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SALARY $75,711.00 - $94,639.00 JOB SUMMARY Under general supervision, monitors the activities of architects, consultants and contractors who design and construct major municipal building projects JOB SUMMARY: Under general supervision, monitors and directs the activities of architects, consultants and contractors who design and construct major municipal building projects ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: • Support the Construction Manager on large projects as a backup to the Construction Manager position. • 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 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. OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS: • Review and interpret plans and specifications prior to construction, including attending pre-construction meetings. • Assist the other Construction Specialists on large projects and fill in for other construction specialists when they are occupied with other projects. • Ensure that critical requirements are met for final acceptance of construction projects. • Perform jobsite observations as needed, sometimes at unusual hours such as very early or very late in the day. • Review insurance coverage for contractors and architects. • Perform other duties as assigned. 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 well 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 handicapped accessibility. Knowledge of sustainable construction practices. • Knowledge of office and administrative practices and procedures. • Skill in the use of proper grammar, spelling and intermediate mathematics. • Skill in communicating effectively in stressful or adversarial relationships. • Ability to effectively use Microsoft computer programs including Excel, Word and Project. • Skill in oral and written communications. • Skill in using PC Software including current Microsoft Office Suite of applications. • Skill in communicating professionally and tactfully with other city employees and the public by oral and written means. • Skill with organization and attention to detail. • 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 exercise discretion and independent judgment utilizing knowledge of the organization's policies. • Ability to work independently under general instructions. • Ability to perform a variety of physical skills including but not limited to filing, pulling, seeing, sorting, squatting, standing, stooping, twisting body, typing, walking, and writing. • Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including but not limited to PC, telephone, calculator, scanner, and copier. • Ability to prioritize deadlines and tasks. • Ability to learn new systems and procedures quickly. • Ability to plan, organize, monitor, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to accomplish unit objectives. • Ability to understand mathematical calculations involving fractions, percentages, and decimals. • Ability to work within a set schedule. • Ability to operate a motorized vehicle. Qualifying Education and Experience: • Bachelor's degree in construction management, construction engineering • or architecture plus five (5) years' experience in building construction administration or construction management, • or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: • 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. • Experience in producing construction documents for projects under the direct supervision of an architect’s office. • Preferred Education and Experience: • 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. Employment Screenings Required: • Criminal background check • MVR • Drug and Alcohol City of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.