FINAL ESTIMATES SPECIALIST - 55011971

State of Florida

13d•Onsite

About The Position

This position ensures that the Department’s construction contracts are efficiently and accurately paid. Helps the agency meet federal and state program requirements by assisting with the development of procedures and processes for the preparation and submittal of Final Estimates Documentation. Serves as the technical expert for topics pertaining to Final Estimates documentation in area of assigned specialty. Conducts thorough District reviews to ensure compliance with Final Estimates Quality Control/Quality Assurance plans. Assists in the development and delivery of Final Estimates training, participates on task teams, and assists internal and external customers with Final Estimates questions.

Requirements

Knowledge of Department policies and procedures related to Final Estimates.
Final Estimates process and manuals.
Preparing and presenting training classes.
Engineering concepts, terminology, principles, and analytical techniques of Final Estimates.
Skills in the use of a personal computer and the Department used software packages.
Effectively communicate technical information, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to Perform process reviews.
Manage diverse assignments simultaneously and track status of assignments.
Develop and interpret specifications.
A high school diploma or its equivalent.
This position requires qualification in Final Estimates Level I and Level II through the Construction Training Qualification Program (CTQP). Must obtain within six (6) months and maintain thereafter.

Responsibilities

Develops specifications and update additional assigned policy and procedures to ensure compliance with Department polices, Florida Statutes, Federal Laws, Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and other agency requirements. Responsible for assigned chapters in the Construction Project Administration Manual (CPAM), Review and Administration Manual (RAM) and forms. Reviews specifications in area of expertise; including Final Estimates.
Serves on task teams and other working groups that involve FHWA, Industry, and Districts in assigned areas of expertise. Provides technical assistance to the Districts and others when required. Keeps abreast of technology in areas of expertise. Makes recommendations for process change in the final estimates process. Reviews requirements to reduce or eliminate excessive paperwork/documentation.
Assist in the development of training material for Final Estimates as needed. Participate as instructor in assigned areas as needed. This duty requires qualification in areas of expertise.
Review Districts in areas of expertise to ensure compliance with Quality Assurance/Quality Control.(QA/QC) plans. Review/update guidelines for compliance with latest specifications and polices. Conduct routine process reviews within the Districts.