Junior Construction Specialist

**SALARY** $61,733.50 - $77,166.85 **JOB SUMMARY** Under general supervision, monitors the activities of architects, consultants and contractors who design and construct major municipal building projects. **ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:** * Observe design and 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 * Assist the Construction Manager in reviewing contractors' payment applications to ensure completeness and accuracy with relation to work represented; 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. * 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 two 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. * 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.