Contract Coordinator II - 55009433
The Florida Department of Transportation is looking for a Contract Coordinator II in Ocala, Florida. This role involves overseeing contractor activities focused on the upkeep of state roadways in Marion County, Florida. Key among the duties is ensuring all procedures and specifications are followed by the contractors with pay items properly reviewed and processed. Administratively, there are a variety of required contract-related work documents to generate, manage and verify. Contract renewals, agreements with municipalities, and utility survey gathering also fall within the scope of the job responsibilities. While much of the effort is completed within an office environment, instances of onsite visits require interaction with the contracted management / workers, local residents, city officials and business owners.
The successful candidate will have the following required knowledge, skills, and abilities :
- Knowledge of engineering concepts and repair inspection.
- Skills in verbal and written communications.
- Using computer programs such as Word, Excel, and other department mainframe programs.
- Ability to oversee and administer contracts.
- Interpret contract plans, standard specifications, design standards and a general understanding of engineering terminology.
- Plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
- Maintain accurate records.
- Analyze and resolve problems using plans, specifications, contract documents and engineering judgment.
- Interpret field data.
- Maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Use procedures and specifications to develop maintenance contracts.
- Effectively supervise subordinate employees.
Other job-related requirements include :
While on-duty status, the position's incumbent may be required to drive a state owned or leased vehicle to perform the duties of this position.A valid Class E driver's license is required.Employee may be required to work with or around hazardous materials.Responsible for adhering to the provisions and requirements of section 215.422, F.S., related State Comptroller's rules, and Department of Transportation's invoice processing and warrant distribution procedures.The incumbent is required to complete the following self-study courses within 11 months of being appointed into the position : Construction Math and Plans Reading.Minimum qualifications include :
High School Diploma or Certificate of High School Equivalency and two years of infrastructure design, construction, or maintenance experience or an Associate's Degree.This position requires a valid Class E driver license with an acceptable driving record in accordance with the Department's Driver's Record Requirements Policy.