JOB This position assists with the coordination of the construction management of Berkeley County capital projects from inception through completion; and to perform other administrative, community service and supervisory work as required; works within broad policy and organizational guidelines and does independent planning and implementation, reporting progress of major activities through periodic conferences and meetings; and be able to deal courteously and effectively with fellow employees and citizens.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
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Coordinating the construction of County facilities including the construction, renovation, and/or repair of buildings, recreational facilities and all other County projects except roadways.
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Assists in development and preparation of written project scope of work (program statement) and other concept phase documents.
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Review plans, specifications, and submittals for new and remodeled building projects for code compliance and building standards.
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Assists in preparing, administering and monitoring a project budget and anticipate future budgetary needs.
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Develops reports, memoranda, letters and other documents regarding project issues for both internal and external distribution; works with engineers, architects and construction contractors regarding normal and unusual project problems and phases; ensures the maintenance of detailed records of project activities, findings, progress and results.
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Federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations regarding public works construction and interpret and apply complex rules, regulations, laws and ordinance.
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Assists in the coordination of projects with staff engineers, project engineers, County maintenance personnel and other County departments and government agencies.
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Assists in the maintenance of records of inspection, maintenance and/or for enforcement actions for all projects under construction and post construction projects.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or closely related field;
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Five (5) years related construction or maintenance experience;
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Or equivalent combination of experience, training, or advanced education may be accepted;
Special Requirements:
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Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license for South Carolina with a safe driving record;
- Lean Six Sigma and/or PMI PMP Certification(s) preferred;
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Departmental testing may be administered during interview;
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A criminal background check will be completed on selected applicant if a current one (less than 3 years old) is not on file;
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
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Skilled in communicating effectively with others, both orally and in writing, using technical and nontechnical language to respond to inquiries from employees and/or the public.
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Skill in using small office equipment and computers.
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Able to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures and instructions.
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Able to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and/or speed, at times, under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines.
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Able and willing to quickly learn and put to use new skills and/or knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology.
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Able to serve in confidential work relationship and to handle confidential material with tact and discretion.
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Able to accurately prepare legal documents, correspondence, reports and/or memorandums.
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Able to interpret accounting reports and/or records, and to analyze accounting data for control and/or reporting purposes.
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Able to exercise critical thinking and to correct or propose solutions to existing problems, and to propose better and/or more efficient methods of organizing or performing tasks.
- Able to exercise tact, discretion and sound judgment in addressing sensitive or confidential matters.
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Able to use integrity, ingenuity, and inventiveness in the performance of assigned tasks.
- Ability to manage inventory and property.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION The work is regularly performed in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities and needs. Thirty-seven and one half (37.5) hours per week. Normal operating hours are Monday through Friday 8:00am until 4:00pm with the ability to work flexible hours when necessary. Scheduled hours/days, job location, duties and any other information contained herein is subject to change. May be required to work extra hours and to perform extra or different duties during emergency situations.
