Construction Project Coordinator 2 Elko

***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE***

The Department of Wildlife is seeking to fill a Construction Project Coordinator 2 in Elko. Projects and tasks for this position will be focused in the Eastern Region for the department but could assist statewide. The position will include but not be limited to procuring planning directing performing and overseeing minor and major maintenance repairs improvements and new construction spanning all facilities and construction related trades and disciplines in all of NDOWs (Nevada Department of Wildlife) administrative residential and industrial facilities throughout the state. The position requires a significant amount of autonomy but work will be performed in coordination with and under the direction of NDOWs supportive engineering section. The position requires a wide range of knowledge and experience including review and interpretation of construction contracts plans and specifications building codes procurement requirements and contract documents. Preparation and /or knowledge of solicitation documents contracts bidding processes plans specifications and contractor coordination experience is beneficial. Existing business relationships with quality vendors and contractors are also beneficial. The incumbent shall develop and manage a facility management plan to optimize useful life of building systems and ensure timely value-based facility investments. The position will offer opportunities for training (conferences and classes) credentialling and advancement. The incumbent will be allowed some flexibility to create their own mutually beneficial work schedule. There will be ample opportunity to work overtime if desired. NDOW offers a uniform and clothing allowance as well as employee discounts on various goods and services and other special offers.

Associates degree from an accredited college or technical school with major coursework in architecture engineering or related field and two years of building construction experience one year of which included a broad range of construction coordination work involving plumbing heating and electrical systems air conditioning systems earthwork and landscaping requiring the review and interpretation of construction contracts and plan specifications building codes architectural drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with plan design specifications and contract agreements; OR one year of experience as a Construction Project Coordinator I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Coordinate all phases of building construction including coordination with requesting agency or office; solicit outside contractors for project bids; coordinate plumbing heating electrical systems air conditioning and landscaping; review and interpret construction contracts plans and specifications and facilitate resolution of discrepancies; review and approve change orders and pay requests; provide clarification on building code requirements architectural drawings and specifications to ensure completed construction complies with plans specifications and contract agreements.

Coordinate building construction and/or remodeling requests by meeting with requesting agency and reviewing plans or recommendations for new building construction or renovations of existing facilities; conduct meetings with agency representatives to develop project parameters inspect existing site and/or facility evaluate condition of structure obtain necessary data to prioritize agency needs and develop the scope of work; develop descriptions and cost estimates.

Coordinate project activities between design professionals contractors and the requesting agency.

Review architectural design plans including site plan floor plan and exterior elevations involving the building concept and special requirements covering mechanical and electrical systems; ensure design meets agency requests and construction plans meet applicable code and zoning requirements of the local government as well as State and federal mandates; resolve discrepancies and ensure final revisions are completed prior to the construction phase.

Review and interpret construction contracts and plan specifications applying to each phase of the construction process; attend pre-construction conferences and construction meetings with contractors architects and engineers to verify compliance and obtain interpretation of code requirements specifications and building design; monitor construction project schedules by comparing actual work completed with the plan.

Perform periodic field inspections of construction sites to ensure that each phase of construction complies with plan design specifications construction contract building codes State standards and OSHA requirements by comparing completed construction work to contract specifications and industry standards; note discrepancies and take corrective action by issuing written notice and/or oral instruction to the general contractor.

Review requests for changes to construction contract specifications and time frames ensuring legal issues are addressed prior to approval of change orders; complete inspection reports memoranda and other correspondence to document project progress discrepancies and completion dates; review and approve requests by evaluating the actual work completed and comparing to field notes; participate in final inspections of completed projects and ensure a comprehensive evaluation of the final provisions of the construction contract; schedule and coordinate outside service connections with utility companies for gas power water sewer and telephone service.

Act as a first line supervisor and have functional responsibility for drafters inspectors and support staff as assigned.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Under general direction at the advanced journey level incumbents have responsibility for major building construction projects requiring the application of a wide range of building construction principles and practices utilizing considerable judgment and independent decision making.

This class specification lists the major knowledge skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive. Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge skills and abilities from a previous level.

Working knowledge of: contract administration including cost estimating laws ethics specifications and architectural and engineering practices; construction project coordination and inspection techniques; applicable building codes and the application of their requirements.

General knowledge of: policies and procedures for construction projects; functions of relevant governmental offices sufficient to coordinate and research projects; functions of agency divisions sufficient to obtain needed information; materials testing procedures and equipment.

Ability to: establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors suppliers federal State and local officials and co-workers; organize meetings and projects; work independently; add subtract multiply and divide whole numbers fractions and decimals to formulate test results budgets and cost estimates; write technically correct inspection reports and correspondence; adapt to changes in workload and adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate; resolve problems diplomatically with agency representatives contractors property owners public officials and other State agencies; and all knowledge skills and abilities required at the lower level.

Recruiter Contact Information: Melissa Pontillo -

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse inclusive and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race color national origin religion or belief age disability sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy domestic partnership genetic information (GINA) or compensation and/or wages.

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