Construction Specialist
City of Arlington
SALARY: $62,620.00 - 77,900.00 Salary USD
JOB SUMMARY:
Monitors and directs the activities of architects, consultants and contractors who design and construct major municipal building projects.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
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 and interpret plans and specifications prior to construction, including attending pre-construction meetings.
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.
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 wen 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 accessibility, including Texas Accessibility Standards.
Knowledge of sustainable construction practices.
Skill in oral and written communications.
Skill in the use of proper grammar, spelling and intermediate mathematics.
Skill in communicating effectively in stressful or adversarial relationships.
Ability to effectively use project management software.
Ability to effectively use Microsoft computer programs including Excel, Word and Project.
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 operate a motorized vehicle.
Ability to manage time to accommodate meetings or objectives on short notice.
Qualifying Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in construction management, construction engineering or architecture plus four years’ experience in building construction administration or construction management, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Possession of a valid Texas Operator's License, Class C. Prefer experience with American Institute of Architects (AIA) contract documents and implementation, building construction practices, building code plan review and inspection, field observation, specification work and project close-outs. Must successfully complete required pre-employment screens including criminal background check and motor vehicle record review.