Senior Construction Specialist

## Senior Construction Specialist Apply locations:
City Hall - Arlington Municipal Building time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Yesterday job requisition :
JR101754
** SALARY**$75,711.00 - $94,639.00
** JOB SUMMARY
** Under general supervision, monitors the activities of architects, consultants and contractors who design and construct major municipal building projects

JOB SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, monitors and directs the activities of architects, consultants and contractors who design and construct major municipal building projects  
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* ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

*** Support the Construction Manager on large projects as a backup to the Construction Manager position.
* Observe and administer construction of City building projects to confirm compliance with or deviation from project requirements; participate in weekly meetings to facilitate timely and effective progress; create and submit field reports from project observations, noting current activities and recording conditions requiring attention by others.
* Communicate with Construction Manager, other City staff, architects and contractors to resolve design and construction conflicts and facilitate progress and solutions in the field
* Review contractors' payment applications to ensure completeness and accuracy with relation to work represented; prepare and review change orders and allowance expenditures.
* Maintain knowledge of current construction practices, materials and systems, and make recommendations with regard to construction issues.

OTHER

JOB FUNCTIONS:

* Review and interpret plans and specifications prior to construction, including attending pre-construction meetings.
* Assist the other Construction Specialists on large projects and fill in for other construction specialists when they are occupied with other projects.
* Ensure that critical requirements are met for final acceptance of construction projects.
* Perform jobsite observations as needed, sometimes at unusual hours such as very early or very late in the day.
* Review insurance coverage for contractors and architects.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
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* MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

*** Knowledge of technical documents such as building codes, construction specifications, etc.
* Knowledge of current construction practices, materials and systems, as well as finishes and details.
* Knowledge of architectural theory, design, graphics, and architectural or construction engineering drafting.
* Knowledge of roles and responsibilities of City staff, architects, engineers, general contractors and subcontractors with regard to municipal construction.
* Knowledge of state and federal regulations for handicapped accessibility. Knowledge of sustainable construction practices.
* Knowledge of office and administrative practices and procedures.
* Skill in the use of proper grammar, spelling and intermediate mathematics.
* Skill in communicating effectively in stressful or adversarial relationships.
* Ability to effectively use Microsoft computer programs including Excel, Word and Project.
* Skill in oral and written communications.
* Skill in using PC Software including current Microsoft Office Suite of applications.
* Skill in communicating professionally and tactfully with other city employees and the public by oral and written means.
* Skill with organization and attention to detail.
* Ability to make judgments or decisions based on known or obtainable standards, characteristics or dimensions.
* Ability to learn or store pertinent information and selectively retrieve or recall information that is relevant to a specific context.
* Ability to generate new or innovative ideas or solutions or select from possible alternative methods the best answer or solution to a problem.
* Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment utilizing knowledge of the organization's policies.
* Ability to work independently under general instructions.
* Ability to perform a variety of physical skills including but not limited to filing, pulling, seeing, sorting, squatting, standing, stooping, twisting body, typing, walking, and writing.
* Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including but not limited to PC, telephone, calculator, scanner, and copier.
* Ability to prioritize deadlines and tasks.
* Ability to learn new systems and procedures quickly.
* Ability to plan, organize, monitor, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to accomplish unit objectives.
* Ability to understand mathematical calculations involving fractions, percentages, and decimals.
* Ability to work within a set schedule.
* Ability to operate a motorized vehicle.
** Qualifying

Education and Experience:

*** Bachelor's degree in construction management, construction engineering
* or architecture plus five (5) years' experience in building construction administration or construction management,
* or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
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* PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

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