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General Description

Responsible for the administration and coordination of construction, renovations, services, materials or maintenance of County facilities. Involves the preparation of various contracts and specifications, administration, and coordination of outside contractors and vendors, and assists in scheduling and estimating assigned projects.

Essential Job Functions

Develops and prepares specifications for construction, renovation, services, materials or maintenance for various County departments and assigned projects. Estimates building construction projects and complex renovation projects and determines whether to utilize in-house trades workers versus outside contractors. Develops and prepares contracts for the construction, renovation, and maintenance functions at various County facilities and assigned projects. Organizes, leads and controls construction/renovation progress meetings. Evaluates vendors products and capabilities to provide goods or services. Researches prices, product sources, and other relevant information. Sets up and assists in prebid conferences. Evaluates contract bids and makes recommendations. Assists in the preparation of construction and renovation schedules for assigned projects. Assists in the coordination of construction, renovation, and maintenance contractors, vendors, and in-house personnel on special or assigned projects. Assists in the department's long-term planning and budget preparation.

Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of site, architectural, building, mechanical, and electrical plans and specifications, contract and specification preparation, building trades, construction schedules, and construction/renovation estimating.
• Knowledge of commodities and services common to local government, including sources of supply, commodity markets, price trends, grades, and qualities.
• Knowledge of common business practices relating to the purchase, pricing, terms, shipment, taxes, and payment for commodities and services.
• Ability to provide clear, verbal and written instructions and reports.
• Ability to take off, order, and expedite materials for required projects.
• Ability to establish effective working relations with contractors, vendors, County employees, and the public.

Minimum Requirements

PHYSICAL SKILLS: Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication. Ability to climb ladders and access all site and building areas.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in building construction, civil engineering, or related field. Two (2) years' experience in the preparation and administration of contracts and specifications. Experience with personal computers with spreadsheet and database software. Proficient in computer skills using word processing and spreadsheet programs. Microsoft Word and Excel experience preferred.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid Florida driver's license. State of Florida Class "A" or "B" Contractor's License preferred.

ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.

• Florida Retirement System (FRS) retirement plan
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Paid holidays
• Group insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Deferred compensation
• Medical leave pool
• Annual medical leave buy-back
• Mid-management/Professional grade, and management personnel may receive 40 hours of admin leave per calendar year.