Facility Project Specialist II

County of Mendocino•Ukiah, CA

About The Position

Under general direction, manages Mendocino County capital improvement and construction projects from inception through completion. Ensures projects conform to plans and specifications, the public contract code, and prudent construction project management procedures. Performs space assessments and financial and administrative studies related to capital improvement projects, and exercises technical and functional supervision of contractors, consultants, and support personnel. The recruitment list may be used for a limited period to fill regular full-time and part-time open or promotional positions if vacancies occur. Supervisors must participate in the mandatory Supervisor Academy, consisting of nine courses to be completed within two years. Participation is required and takes place during work hours.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent coursework, from an accredited four-year college or university, with major coursework in Construction Management, Facilities Planning, Engineering, Business Administration, Construction Technology, or a closely related field; applicable substitutions are permitted.
Four years of progressively responsible experience in construction project management and capital projects planning, including managing the construction and design of small to moderate capital improvement and construction projects valued at $50,000–$300,000, plus two years managing progressively complex projects exceeding $300,000; alternatively, two years of experience as a Facility Project Specialist I with Mendocino County.
Up to two years of the education requirement may be substituted with related experience at a rate of two years of experience for one year of education. An associate’s degree or equivalent related coursework plus four years of full-time progressively responsible related experience is given as an example.
The education requirement may alternatively be substituted with 10 years of full-time progressively responsible related experience in construction and construction project management.
Valid driver’s license; required licenses, certifications, registrations, and other applicable requirements must be maintained or obtained within specified timeframes.
Knowledge of modern building and facility design, construction, industry standards, and long-term maintenance.
Knowledge of laws, ordinances, and codes related to design and construction; construction methods and materials; construction project management techniques; and the public contract code and other laws governing public-sector construction.
Knowledge of word-processing, spreadsheet, and project-management software.
Ability to use tact, discretion, initiative, and independent judgment within established guidelines.
Ability to use a computer to accurately enter and retrieve data and information.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing, with a variety of individuals.
Ability to read, comprehend, and correctly interpret instructions, correspondence, memos, complex plans, specifications, and schedules.
Ability to manage projects and schedules involving engineers, architects, contractors, and others involved in project programming, planning, and construction; prepare construction and contract documents; and manage multiple projects concurrently.
Ability to make mathematical calculations, analyze situations accurately, choose an effective course of action, and write concise specifications.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, work productively and cooperatively in groups and individually, and address problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Nice To Haves

Experience using computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) applications, MS Project, Timberline, ShureTrak, or Primavera.
Project-management experience with Mendocino County or another municipality.

Responsibilities

Oversee building modification and construction contracts for County buildings from project definition and requests for proposals through construction and the warranty period.
Design and prepare, or direct the design and preparation of, plans and specifications that meet project requirements and comply with County standards.
Monitor construction for conformity with plans, specifications, codes, and ordinances.
Coordinate design teams, consultants, implementation teams, contractors, engineers, estimators, and inspectors; provide direction and supervision to others as needed.
Coordinate with outside agencies, utilities, and others regarding ancillary facility-project needs.
Coordinate approval of materials and shop drawings; review and recommend change orders and construction progress payments to ensure work complies with plans, specifications, and codes.
Review contractor progress reports for accuracy.
Provide regular status reports for assigned projects.
Prepare written correspondence, including cost estimates, project budgets, and operational correspondence.
Prepare or coordinate special research studies and comprehensive reports related to County building facilities.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Complete the mandatory Supervisor Academy within two years if serving as a supervisor.