Construction Project Coordinator; Construction Project Specialsit

Construction Project Coordinator (Construction Project Specialist
2) (2600040W) Overview

The Ohio Facilities Construction Commission (OFCC) oversees capital projects undertaken by state agencies and state-supported institutions of higher education; manages Ohio's school facility programs; and administers community-based cultural and sports facility projects. The commission sets uniform rules, procedures, and standardized documents for state construction under Chapter 153.

• Prepare architect/engineer, consultant and construction vendor contract documents and amendments.
• Process contract documents (receive, review, verify, and enter required information).
• Complete entries to project forms and ensure accurate completion.
• Facilitate approvals for all contracts.
• Prepare controlling board criteria for funding releases.
• Process controlling board requests, distribute contract information to owners, verify submitted data for funding, and coordinate purchase order dispatch upon approval.
• Respond to inquiries from contractors, A/Es, owners, and interested parties.
• Provide direction in completing required forms and documents.
• Process construction schedule of values and subcontractor/material supplier declarations (receive, review, verify, enter data).
• Process invoices and change orders; maintain budgetary control relative to impact of changes.
• Prepare requests to owners for retainage escrow funds and issue authorization for release upon contract completion.
• Review and process liability insurance certificate updates.
• Compile, organize, and maintain project documents.
• Follow up and respond to problems/issues arising during the project life cycle.
• Research project information and prepare analyses using MS Excel and Word.
• Create PowerPoint presentations and conduct informational presentations as assigned.
• Monitor and assist all aspects of the bid process to meet scheduled deadlines.
• Establish bid dates.
• Prepare legal advertisements for publication in newspapers and on the commission website.
• Notify all parties involved (owners, A/E’s, construction managers).
• Attend pre‑bid conferences and advise contractors on process and procedures.
• Conduct public bid openings and prepare bid tabulations.
• Assist the construction team in verifying submitted documents.
• Verify bidders’ bonds.
• Prepare recommendations for award letters.
• Prepare contracts and verify documents.
• Act as a Prevailing Wage Coordinator.

Minimum of 12 months experience as Construction Project Specialist 1, or equivalent, or 3 months training or experience in one of the following: shop math, geometry, trigonometry or calculus; and 3 months training or experience in reading blueprints/specifications. Must be able to provide own transportation.

Job

Skills:

Construction maintenance.

• Medical coverage.
• Dental, vision and basic life insurance premiums after eligibility period.
• Paid time off: vacation, personal, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays per year.
• Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave.
• Education and development opportunities (development funds, public service loan forgiveness).
• Public retirement systems (OPERS, STRS, SERS, HPRS) and optional deferred compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation).

OFCC is committed to providing access, inclusion, and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities per the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Salary will be set at the lowest rate of the salary range with gradual increases in accordance with the Ohio Revised Code or OCSEA/AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Applicants must clearly indicate how they meet the minimum qualifications and document any relevant experience, education, or training.

Background Check Information

The selected candidate will be required to undergo a criminal background check and other investigative reviews. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude consideration unless restricted by law.

The State of Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, and employment opportunities per the Americans with Disabilities Act.

The State of Ohio prohibits the use of recreational marijuana and non‑medical cannabis in a drug‑free workplace. This position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug‑Free Workplace Policy.