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Building Construction Supervisor


Job Location:

Newington, CT - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 96508 - 126007
Posted: 1 September 2026 (10 days ago)
Application Deadline: 2 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Introduction


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Job Highlights:
  • Full-time 40 hours per week
  • Monday through Friday
  • 7:00 am 3:30 pm
The Role:
The individual filling this position will be accountable for the daily supervision of the Code Enforcement Unit relative to building and fire safety code compliance for the agencys facility and related site construction renovation maintenance and occupancy. Included are all electrical services tied into the agencys infrastructure for code compliance and accuracy including traffic signals along state roads from design review and preconstruction through construction and subsequent maintenance activities. It is preferred that this person is experienced with interpreting and enforcement of the intent of contract plans and specifications.

This person will ensure the agencys compliance with state and federal accrediting bodies including the Federal Railway Administration (FRA) Amtrak OSHA the physical attributes of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) State Building and Fire Safety Codes (OSBI and OSFM) and DEEP fueling regulations.

Position Details:
  • The incumbent will be required to be present on project sites and resolve disputed information promptly and accurately. Overtime may be required.
  • Candidates will be issued a State vehicle cell phone and tablet. A considerable amount of driving is involved and the individual filling this position is required to maintain a valid Connecticut drivers license.
  • Note: Applicants invited to interview will be required to supply a copy of their Drivers License.
Selection Plan

In order to be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee of the agency listed above for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service absent any applicable collective bargaining language and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.

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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In a state agency this class is accountable for supervising Building Construction Specialists in thereview of development and construction planning of projects the inspection of construction and thecoordination of subsequent maintenance activities.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
  • Schedules assigns oversees and reviews work of staff;
  • Provides staff training and assistance;
  • Conducts performance evaluations;
  • Determines priorities and plans unit work;
  • Establishes and maintains unit procedures;
  • Develops or makes recommendations on development of policies and standards;
  • Acts as liaison with other operating units agencies and outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures;
  • Oversees review of plans and specifications;
  • Processes change orders for construction projects;
  • Oversees inspection of contractors performance;
  • Provides technical advice on construction and maintenance matters;
  • Reviews building materials and techniques;
  • Develops specifications for construction and maintenance projects;
  • Evaluates schedule of values and payments to contractors;
  • Reviews construction plans and specifications to ensure compliance with agency requirements;
  • Recommends approval of construction and maintenance projects;
  • Reviews bids and quotes;
  • Reviews staff reports to determine progress of projects;
  • Conducts field visits of proposed projects with applicants;
  • Assists with technical feasibility determination;
  • Assists and coordinates with receipt of state permits and/or certifications related to construction projects;
  • Reviews payment applications for consistency with project budget and project progress;
  • Performs developmental project management and other duties;
  • Supervises design and construction activities;
  • May prepare housing damage assessments and supervises construction of temporary housing during disasters;
  • Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE SKILL AND ABILITY
  • Considerable knowledge of
    • relevant agency policies and procedures;
    • relevant state and federal laws statutes and regulations;
    • principles methods materials and equipment used in building construction;
    • zoning and building codes;
    • major trades areas relative to building construction and maintenance;
  • Knowledge of principles and practices of architectural design;
  • Considerable
    • interpersonal skills;
    • oral and written communication skills;
  • Considerable ability to read and interpret plans and specifications;
  • Ability to utilize computer software;
  • Supervisory ability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Seven (7) years of experience with construction projects involving all building trades (e.g. plumbing heating electrical) or as a Municipal Building Official.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE
One (1) year of the General Experience must have been in a lead capacity in construction projects.

NOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of a Building Construction Specialist 2.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
  • Licensure as a Municipal Building Official may be substituted for four (4) years of the General Experience.
  • Licensure as an Assistant Municipal Building Official may be substituted for three (3) years of the General Experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Building Official Licensure by the State of Connecticut.
  • Fire-Safety Code Official Licensure by the State of Connecticut.
  • Supervisory experience.
  • Experience managing multiple diverse projects of varying scale.
  • Experience working on large facility projects and/or multiple commercial and/or industrial buildings.
  • Experience with prioritizing and managing assigned projects to ensure compliance and to effectively meet critical deadlines.
  • Experience with interpreting and enforcement of contract specifications.
  • Experience in documenting all efforts taken to ensure compliance with laws codes regulations ordinances and the Americans with Disabilities Act standards.
  • Experience in reading understanding interpreting and applying municipal/state codes rules and regulations in conjunction with report writing.
  • Experience using Microsoft 365 including Outlook Excel Word and TEAMS.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
  • Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operators license.
Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women minorities and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

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