Capital Projects Coordinator (INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY) Position Available In Broward, Florida

Capital Projects Coordinator (INTERNAL

CANDIDATES ONLY

)
Salary $99,558.64 – $140,675.80 Annually Location Sunrise, FL Job Type Full Time Job Number 2025-116 Department

UTILITIES

Division

PUBLIC WORKS CAPITAL PROJECTS OPERATIONS

Opening Date 04/16/2025 Closing Date 4/30/2025 5:00 PM Eastern Bargaining Unit

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NATURE OF WORK

This classification involves coordinating and monitoring a variety of construction-related functions on capital projects for the City. An employee in this position facilitates the development of specifications and drawings for bids; assists in the bid process; coordinates the development of building and public works construction projects with City departments; monitors progress of work; signs invoices; and conducts inspections. This position also plans and coordinates activities of personnel assigned to inspect construction; oversees those assigned to assist in administrative tasks; and maintains related records and files. Examples of Duties

ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS

Reviews progress of projects through consultation and evaluation of oral and written reports given by the Capital Projects management group. Assists in the coordination of consultants, negotiation of contracts and change orders, bid evaluation, space planning, and resolution of contractual disputes and claims.
Coordinates in the activities of personnel assigned to administer and manage the construction of various public works projects.
Reviews preparation of architectural and/or engineering drawings by technical staff; assists in the review and approval of paperwork such as shop drawings, material submittals, and supplementary drawings during the construction administration portion of architectural projects.
Coordinates in the development of complex and difficult building and public works construction projects; reviews and verifies consultants’ invoices and recommends approval for payment; reviews consultants’ plans and specifications at various stages of development for conformance to budget funding; suggests changes, additions, and corrections; monitors consultants’ cost estimates; and schedules, attends, and writes reports of meetings with consultants and City agency representatives. Coordinates the development of building and public works construction projects with City departments that will occupy, use, or maintain facilities; develops conceptual plans which resolves conflicts between City departments over space allocations.
Coordinates bid advertisements, printing, and distribution of plans and specifications to bidders; attends pre-bid conferences with contractors and consultants on complex building and public works construction projects; assists in the evaluation of bids and makes recommendations for award of contracts.
Coordinates signing of contracts with contractors.
Monitors building construction progress through on-site inspections; solves field problems; expedites construction efforts by evaluating contractor performance and recommending corrections of deficiencies; and keeps user departments informed; coordinates change orders to Prepares performance reports on contractors and consultants; arranges for correction of defects by contractors during warranty period; schedules and conducts inspections at end of warranty period and assures correction of defects; and recommends final acceptance of facilities on behalf of the City.
Plans and coordinates activities of personnel assigned to inspect construction and those assigned to assist in administrative tasks.
Maintains project administrative records and files.
Performs related work as required. Requirements

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school in architecture, engineering, building construction, public administration, or a closely related field.

PROOF OF EDUCATION MUST BE SUBMITTED AS AN ATTACHMENT WITH APPLICATION.

(Applications without attached proof of education will not be processed for consideration.)

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Considerable work experience in the design construction, and management of construction projects.
Registrations desired: Architect, Engineer, or Licensed General Contractor by the state of Florida.
Certifications desired: Maintenance of Traffic Certification; Florida Stormwater Erosion; and Sedimentation Control Inspection Certification.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbent must possess a valid State of Florida driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical:

Moderate work which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials up to twenty (20) pounds.

Work Environment:

Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment. Work hours may vary as operations required and may include evenings, weekends and holidays. Tasks are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions. Duties may require visiting multiple locations throughout the City.

Sensory:

The ability to perceive and differentiate visual cues or signals. Tasks require the ability to communicate orally and in writing. Requires ability to adapt to frequent changes in workload and to adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate while completing tasks within established time frames. It also requires interaction with employees from all City departments/divisions and the public. Supplemental Information

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of building materials, methods, and construction systems.
Knowledge of building codes, laws, regulations, and design standards.
Knowledge of the principles, practices, and methods of architectural, engineering, and public works planning, design, and construction.
Knowledge of federal, state, and municipal rules, regulations, ordinances, and applicable building codes.
Knowledge of building construction technologies.
Knowledge of structural design and air-conditioning/plumbing/electrical systems.
Knowledge of contracts, forms, and procedures relative to building construction activities.
Knowledge of current construction costs.
Skill in using Office and department software.
Ability to inspect complex projects under construction for conformance to contract documents.
Ability to interpret architectural/engineering drawings and specifications related to complex building construction projects.
Ability to review and suggest changes, additions, and corrections in detailed plans and specifications of construction projects.
Ability to interpret pertinent laws/regulations and enforce compliance with building designs and construction schedules.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with consultants, contractors, supervisors, and departmental officials.
Ability to analyze bids and make recommendations for award of contract.
Ability to conduct meetings with consultants, contractors, and representatives of user agencies.
Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing. Employer
City of Sunrise
Address
10770 W. Oakland Park Blvd. Sunrise, Florida, 33351