Port Construction Project Coordinator

The mission of the North Carolina State Ports Authority is to be the gateway to global markets and to enhance the economy of North Carolina by supporting and improving the state's logistics network. 

Our employees are integral to our mission to help businesses succeed. It takes a team of unified people working together to make our facilities attractive to shippers, carriers and other businesses. Our customer-focused attitude is clearly evident through our people. We invite you to learn more about a career with North Carolina Ports.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

Provide engineering and construction project management services for the construction, repair, maintenance, planning, design, and/ or procurement of facilities and equipment for the waterfront and landside terminals operated by the NCSPA. Facilities include marine docks, berths, and wharfs, warehouses, buildings, roads, cargo handling equipment, railroads and bridges, drainage, utilities, parking areas and any other facilities requiring engineering services. Work is generally performed independently for projects of low to moderate scope and complexity.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES:

·        Coordinate construction related activities with designers and contractors, any outside consultants involved, the State Construction Office, the NCDOT, internal and external customers, and any other organization with a valid interest in ongoing construction projects.

·        Administer design and construction contracts and manage designers and contractors.

·        Prepare contracts for the design and construction of new or modified facilities.

·        Provide direction to Designers on project development and scoping.

·        Assure that designers adhere to the Owner’s requirements and contractors adhere to designer’s project schedules and contract documents.

·        Inspect work being performed under construction contracts and negotiate construction change orders.

·        Monitor schedules and budgets, and report status, on all projects through database, spreadsheet, and online project management and document control software.

·        Assist and provide guidance to the engineering technicians assigned to projects under construction.

·        Arrange for independent testing and inspection of materials, if necessary.

·        Assist the Director of Engineering in the selection of project designers, consultants, and contractors.

·        Participate in the design of projects by the NCSPA Engineering Department. This work includes the preparation of cost estimates, plans, and specifications for the construction of new or modified facilities.

·        Maintain a general knowledge of State statutes and procedures governing building and Port construction.

·        All other duties as assigned by management.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

·        Position requires related post-secondary education in business, engineering technology, or construction management with prior exposure to or experience in construction project or contract administration preferred

·        Experience with marine terminals and/ or commercial ports and Design experience is a plus.

·        Must be capable of learning to manage multiple concurrent projects and follow project through completion about project schedules and budgets.

·        Must be proficient in the use of business software, such as word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, project management, and database applications. Experience with computer- aided design software is a plus.

·        Must have communication and interactive skills suitable for both the office and construction site environments.

·        Strong communication skills, good technical writing, and excellent math skills are required.

·        Must have a valid driver’s license and meet TWIC security requirements.