Transportation Construct Technician 4

Arizona Department of Administration • Tucson, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position functions as a Construction Office Manager performing a variety of administrative and accounting functions for a construction office unit in the area of highway project construction. The position is responsible for analysis and resolution of problems pertaining to construction contracts and project cost accounting: review for accuracy and completeness all assigned information: execution of policy and direction in the areas of office administration, contracts, procurement of materials, equipment, and services as directed: daily Documentation and payment review; project final and closeout; and other related clerical services. The position is additionally responsible for; monitoring construction project timeliness, quality, and compliance with established standards and contract documents. Overnight travel as needed.

Requirements

• Knowledge of: Google Workspace (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms, Chat, Calendar, and Google Drive), Adobe Acrobat, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• Knowledge of: Spelling, grammar and correspondence.
• Knowledge of: Basic math.
• Knowledge of: Methods, procedures and techniques used on highway construction contract administration.
• Knowledge of: Federal and State statutes and agency Standards, Policies and Procedures.
• Skill in: Work scheduling and time management.
• Skill in: Analysis and interpretation of data.
• Skill in: Written and verbal communication.
• Skill in: Accounting methods.
• Skill in: Interpersonal relations, as applied to contracts with contractors, consultants and other government employees.
• Ability to: Provide exceptional customer service.
• Ability to: Adjust and adapt to changing needs of multiple construction projects.
• Ability to: Prioritize work tasks.
• Ability to: Independently seek out data and reference material or sources to solve problems.
• Ability to: Multi-task; complete assignments to acceptable standards of accuracy and timeliness/meet strict deadlines.
• Must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license.
• Must complete all required training and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks.
• Must maintain acceptable driving records.
• Must complete all required driver training.
• Shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).
• Must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Nice To Haves

• Two years of technical work performing engineering and construction activities to include construction records maintenance and verification; or assisting in the inspection and administration of highway construction projects.
• Related higher education or bachelor's degree will be considered for substitution of up to one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate work unit staff, partnering, and project meetings to ensure timely scheduling, proper stakeholders are included, and appropriate information is discussed and disseminated as needed.
• Ensure appropriate, accurate documentation is maintained in the construction project files.
• Review inspector documentation, diaries, and payments for completeness, timeliness, and accuracy.
• Examine engineering project records, field notes, diaries, computations, contract documents and other documentation to assure that methods of measurement and basis for payment are in accordance with project plans, special provisions, standard specifications, and supplemental agreements.
• Assist Engineers(s) and/or Superintendent in monitoring construction budgets.
• Calculate material quantities and other measurements.
• Review, prepare, and pay contract documents related to line item or standard force accounts supplemental agreements, and documentation for completed projects.
• Review, verify, and provide calculations, test results, and documentation related to office manager processes and assignments.
• Prepare administrative construction budget reports.

Benefits

• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level