Consruction Manager - DCAT Construction Services - Facilities Management Department

The Construction Manager is a professional leadership role, responsible for overseeing the repair, renovation, and construction of County facilities. This position provides comprehensive project oversight, including design and construction document review, regulatory and code compliance, contract administration, schedule and cost control, and personnel and consultant management. The incumbent serves as a key liaison among contractors, design professionals, County departments, and regulatory agencies to ensure the successful delivery of capital improvement projects that meet the County's quality, operational, budgetary, and safety expectations. This is a "mandatory-testing" position that requires Drug Testing.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Provides direct supervision to assigned staff, including work prioritization and delegation, performance management, and professional development Ensures adherence to County policies, procedures, workplace safety standards, and division objectives Makes recommendations regarding hiring, discipline, and personnel actions Administers all aspects of construction contracts by reviewing/approving payment applications, monitoring work progress, managing change orders, issuing contracts, and certifying project completion Conducts pre-bid, bid openings, and pre-construction meetings Facilitates project submittal reviews, progress meetings, and field coordination Responds to Requests for Information (RFIs) and contractor inquiries in a timely manner Prepares and executes contractor performance evaluations Monitors construction activities for compliance with contract documents, project scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards Conducts regular on-site inspections to evaluate conformance with plans, specifications, building codes, and all governing regulatory and safety requirements Manages warranty follow-up, deficiency identification, and contractor corrective action Collaborates with architects, engineers, consultants, and contractors throughout all design and construction phases Manages design consultant contracts, including procurement, fee negotiation, task assignments, performance evaluation, and invoice review Reviews and provides quality control/quality assurance (QC/QA) for design and construction documents and technical specifications Participates in design review meetings and provides recommendations on constructability, technical issues, and cost-saving opportunities Performs construction cost management, including detailed cost estimating, project budgeting, invoice review, and financial tracking Negotiates claims, amendments, and change orders to ensure equitable and fiscally responsible outcomes for the County Assists in preparing scopes of work and cost projections for budget development and project planning Assists internal departments, elected officials, and other County stakeholders in defining project needs, goals, and facility requirements Ensures effective communication and coordination throughout the project lifecycle Represents the Facilities Management Department professionally in all public, interdepartmental, and external interactions Receives and coordinates resolution of construction warranty issues Prepare detailed reports, project documentation, and administrative records Performs other duties as assigned

TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, Public Administration, or a related field, and at least six years of progressive experience in the construction field, including at least three years in a supervisory and/or project management capacity; or, a combination of education and experience equivalent to these requirements.

Licenses and Certifications:

Must possess a valid driver's license from state of residence Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics (KSAOs) principles and practices of construction management, engineering, and architecture construction contract administration, bidding, procurement, and project delivery methods governmental purchasing laws, regulations, and procedures construction cost estimating and budgeting practices federal, state, and local codes, statutes, ordinances, permitting, and regulatory requirements construction safety regulations and best practices basic accounting and financial tracking principles supervising, training, and evaluating employees managing multiple capital projects simultaneously within defined schedules and budgets reading, interpreting, and evaluating technical drawings, specifications, and design data negotiating contracts, claims, and change orders preparing technical reports, project documentation, and correspondence facilitating meetings and communicating complex technical information clearly analyze technical problems and develop practical, cost-effective solutions apply applicable laws, rules, and regulations to project decisions coordinate and collaborate effectively with contractors, design professionals, regulatory agencies, and internal customers establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

County-wide Employee Responsibilities:

All Escambia County BCC employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Escambia County BCC's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies. All Escambia County BCC employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.

Emergency Management Responsibilities:

During emergency conditions, the incumbent of this position will automatically be considered an emergency service worker. This employee is subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and is expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

Requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, and inspect active construction sites.

Light Work:

exerting up to 20 pounds occasionally and up to 10 pounds frequently. Work environments may involve exposure to dust, heat, odors, chemicals, noise, mechanical equipment, and electrical systems. Visual and auditory acuity required for field inspections and communication.

Benefits/Compensation Package:

Medical / Dental / Vision plans Prescription coverage Employee health clinic Employee fitness centers Employer-sponsored retirement plan or an investment plan Deferred Compensation Plan Flexible Spending Account(s) Employee Assistance Program Annual/Sick Leave or Paid Time Off (PTO) Group Life Insurance