What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Projects Coordinator- Construction Special Projects Coordinator position at County of Volusia?
Major Functions
The County of Volusia is seeking a professional, highly experienced, customer service driven individual to join the Office of Recovery and Resiliency (ORR) as a Construction Special Projects Coordinator under the Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) program. This position requires construction experience, and primary responsibilities include supervising construction projects, assisting with pre- and post-construction, attending onsite meetings, and carefully reviewing reports for accuracy. This is a fast-paced work environment which requires excellent soft skills in dealing with the public and the low-income community.
Note: This position is a grant funded position that ends when the scope of the position is complete.
Illustrative Duties
(NOTE: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.)
Seven (7) years of experience in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field and progressively responsible experience in construction management and or residential construction estimating.
OR
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in construction management and or residential construction estimating.
A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum requirements.
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License at time of hire.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License within thirty (30) days of hire.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Mental Demands: Ability to read and comprehend professional manuals, legal documents, ordinances, statutes; instructions, reports, abstracts, financial reports, letters, and summaries. Ability to write reports, evaluations, summaries, letters, financial reports, procedures, and policies. Ability to perform advanced mathematical functions. Ability to speak publicly and extemporaneously, conversant in policies, techniques, and procedures of discipline. Ability to analyze data and develop conclusions. Ability to identify and resolve problems.
Physical Demands: Ability to perform essential duties and responsibilities and meet the minimum qualifications. Ability to speak and hear. Visual acuity (depth perception and peripheral vision) necessary to operate a motorized vehicle. Finger dexterity. Ability to bend, stop, and reach. Ability to push, pull and/or carry 30 pounds.
Environmental Demands: Primarily inside work.
We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes:
HEALTH INSURANCE
The County Of Volusia Observes The Following Holidays Annually
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NOTE: Your response to the following supplemental questions must match the information in the work experience section on your application. If your responses do not match, your application will be deemed incomplete and will disqualify you from further consideration.
Do you possess a current Florida driver's license?
If you answered "No" to the previous question, will you be able to obtain a Florida driver's license within thirty (30) days of hire if selected for the position?
Do you possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field?
If you answered yes to the question above, do you also have at least three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in construction management and or residential construction estimating?
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please indicate the following:
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Do you seven (7) years of experience in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field and progressively responsible experience in construction management and or residential construction estimating?
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please indicate the following:
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Have you ever worked as a temporary/lease employee for the County of Volusia?
If yes, please indicate when, position title and department/division. If no, please indicate N/A.
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Where did you hear about this position?
If you answered "Other" to the previous question, please indicate which specific source.
The County of Volusia is seeking a professional, highly experienced, customer service driven individual to join the Office of Recovery and Resiliency (ORR) as a Construction Special Projects Coordinator under the Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) program. This position requires construction experience, and primary responsibilities include supervising construction projects, assisting with pre- and post-construction, attending onsite meetings, and carefully reviewing reports for accuracy. This is a fast-paced work environment which requires excellent soft skills in dealing with the public and the low-income community.
Note: This position is a grant funded position that ends when the scope of the position is complete.
Illustrative Duties
(NOTE: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.)
- Coordinates, researches, or directs the completion of special construction projects.
- Coordinates projects through meetings, correspondence, and presentations where information is exchanged.
- Prepares meeting agendas and performs all necessary jobs to coordinate meetings.
- Prepares reports on status of construction projects.
- Reviews various reports to include but not limited to; damage assessments, lead based paint assessments, surveys, elevation certificates, etc.
- Reviews construction change orders.
- Reviews cost estimates for accuracy.
- Oversees pre and post construction activities.
- Monitors and ensures compliance with safety regulations.
- Works closely with consultants to keep informed on all latest developments.
- Troubleshoots problems and conducts research as assigned by the Manager or Department Director.
- Conducts studies concerning productivity of operations.
- May be assigned to other county locations based upon operational needs.
- Attends work on a regular and consistent basis.
- Must adhere to Federal, State, County and Local ordinances.
- Responds to emergency situations.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Seven (7) years of experience in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field and progressively responsible experience in construction management and or residential construction estimating.
OR
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in construction management and or residential construction estimating.
A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum requirements.
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License at time of hire.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License within thirty (30) days of hire.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge and ability to accurately review construction documents.
- Knowledge of safety standards and regulations.
- Ability to conduct site inspections and construction meetings.
- Ability to calculate equations relating to construction.
- Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing to groups and individuals.
- Ability to respond to emergency situations.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to work under stressful conditions.
- Ability to interact effectively with others.
- Must be able to relocate to other county locations based upon operational needs.
Mental Demands: Ability to read and comprehend professional manuals, legal documents, ordinances, statutes; instructions, reports, abstracts, financial reports, letters, and summaries. Ability to write reports, evaluations, summaries, letters, financial reports, procedures, and policies. Ability to perform advanced mathematical functions. Ability to speak publicly and extemporaneously, conversant in policies, techniques, and procedures of discipline. Ability to analyze data and develop conclusions. Ability to identify and resolve problems.
Physical Demands: Ability to perform essential duties and responsibilities and meet the minimum qualifications. Ability to speak and hear. Visual acuity (depth perception and peripheral vision) necessary to operate a motorized vehicle. Finger dexterity. Ability to bend, stop, and reach. Ability to push, pull and/or carry 30 pounds.
Environmental Demands: Primarily inside work.
We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes:
HEALTH INSURANCE
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- Florida Retirement System (FRS)
- Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP)
- Deferred Compensation (475 Plan)
- Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability Insurance
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Cancer Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Personal Leave
- Holidays
- Bereavement
- Military
The County Of Volusia Observes The Following Holidays Annually
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King Day
- Good Friday
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Veterans Day
- Thanksgiving (and day after)
- Christmas
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Onsite Wellness/Fitness Center
- Computer Purchase Program
- Direct Deposit Payroll
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NOTE: Your response to the following supplemental questions must match the information in the work experience section on your application. If your responses do not match, your application will be deemed incomplete and will disqualify you from further consideration.
- I have read and understand the above statement.
Do you possess a current Florida driver's license?
- Yes
- No
If you answered "No" to the previous question, will you be able to obtain a Florida driver's license within thirty (30) days of hire if selected for the position?
- Yes
- No
- Not Applicable
Do you possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field?
- Yes
- No
If you answered yes to the question above, do you also have at least three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in construction management and or residential construction estimating?
- Yes
- No
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please indicate the following:
- the number of years,
- position title
- brief description of your experience and
- the name of the agency/organization(s).
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Do you seven (7) years of experience in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field and progressively responsible experience in construction management and or residential construction estimating?
- Yes
- No
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please indicate the following:
- the number of years,
- position title
- brief description of your experience and
- the name of the agency/organization(s).
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Have you ever worked as a temporary/lease employee for the County of Volusia?
- Yes
- No
If yes, please indicate when, position title and department/division. If no, please indicate N/A.
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Where did you hear about this position?
- County of Volusia Website
- Indeed
- www.orlandojobs.cowww.orlandojobs.c
- Social Media sites (i.e. Facebook, Twitter, Linked In)
- Other
If you answered "Other" to the previous question, please indicate which specific source.
- Required Question
