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JOB DESCRIPTION: Construction Coordinator
JOB LOCATION:
Central Office
DATE POSTED:
Monday, February 9, 2015 – Tuesday , February 17, 2015
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, February 17, 2015
HOURS:
Monday – Friday 8:00 – 4:30
SALARY:
$38,000.00 - $44,000.00
STATUS/GRADE
Exempt
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Applications will be accepted by the Stark Metropolitan Housing Authority, Director of HR/Risk
Management at 400 East Tuscarawas Street, Canton, Ohio 44702-1131
until:
Tuesday, February 17th at 4:30 P.M.
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STARK METROPOLITAN HOUSING AUTHORITY
Job Title:
Reports to:
Department:
Date:
FLSA Status:
Construction Coordinator
Director of Planning and Development
Development Department
July 28, 2014
Exempt
General Purpose:
The primary purpose of this position is the oversight and responsibility for procurement, contracting,
implementation, and other activities necessary for the construction and rehabilitation of the Stark
Metropolitan Housing Authority (“SMHA” or “Agency”) properties. This position also ensures that the
Planning & Development Department remains in compliance with a wide variety of federal, state and
local regulations, policies and procedures, including U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD) funding, Section 3, and the United States Department of Labor (DOL) and Davis
Bacon Act of 1931. The incumbent ensures that all activities under the position purview support the
SMHA’s mission, strategic goals and objectives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed
by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required. Other
duties may be assigned.
Oversees contractors and construction projects; works with the contractor’s filed representative to ensure
the work performed is in compliance with the construction documents and is accurate and of specified
quality; works with contractors to take corrective action when appropriate.
Facilitates approvals and procurement, either independently or as part of a team.
Inspects construction to verify compliance with codes, contract and specifications. Ensures compliance
of construction documents, codes, and procedures. Conducts frequent inspections on contractor work to
verify accuracy and compliance for building code approvals.
Assist in preparing all Bid Documents and Project Schedules. Conduct site visits and Employee
Interviews in compliance with the DOL Davis Bacon Act of 1931.
Monitors work performed to ensure compliance with documented and verbal expectations from the initial
stage through to completion of the project; reviews project schedules and critical paths with regards to
proposed and actual work performed on site; ensures contractor schedule compliance and orders or
organizes corrective action if required. Prepares and submits reports to management as requested
based on project progress.
Reviews construction plans, specifications and drawings to ensure compliance with building and
construction codes and adherence to bid, code, contract, and specifications.
For large scale construction, remodeling, or repair projects; prepares reports, verbal and written,
concerning inspections of the building or construction based on observations, digital images, infrared
images and construction data or concerning project conditions and field issues. May work with project
managers and other technical construction experts such as Architectural & Engineering Design
Consultants on building design and feasibility and to ensure compliance of construction documents,
codes, and proper construction procedures. May be responsible for planning and arranging large, multi
party meetings with internal and external stakeholders or other groups including public agencies. May
conduct pre-bid meetings, pre-construction meetings, site based progress meetings, project close-out
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meetings.
For rehabilitation and weatherization projects; specializes in housing rehabilitation and energy audits.
Inspect homes for structural integrity, health and safety issues, HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems
and/or the presence of lead, asbestos and mold.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability
required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential functions.
Behavioral Competencies: This position requires incumbents to exhibit the following behavioral
skills:
Commitment: Sets high standards of performance; pursues aggressive goals and works hard/smart
to achieve them; strives for results and success; conveys a sense of urgency and brings issues to
closure; persists despite obstacles and opposition.
Customer Service: Meets/exceeds the expectations and requirements of internal and external
customers; identifies, understands, monitors and measures the needs of both internal and external
customers; talks and acts with customers in mind. Recognizes work colleagues as customers.
Effective Communication: Ensures important information is passed to those who need to know;
conveys necessary information clearly and effectively orally or in writing. Demonstrates attention to,
and conveys understanding of, the comments and questions of others; listens effectively.
Responsiveness and Accountability: Demonstrates a high level of conscientiousness; holds oneself
personally responsible for one's own work; does fair share of work.
Job Competencies:
Work requires knowledge of the principles and practices using in various building construction craft
areas; building construction plans and specifications; building materials typically used in construction
of new or remodeled facilities; proper construction inspection techniques; construction scheduling
and the kinds of conditions which may cause delays in construction; effective methods of
communication and interpersonal relations. Work may also require an understanding of energy
issues and audit techniques, ability to operate pressure testing equipment, and the ability to utilize
cost effectiveness software.
Work requires the ability to accurately read, understand and interpret construction plans; accurately
observe the status of construction in the field and determine if contracts and specifications are being
followed; organize work, set priorities and exercise sound professional judgment; exercise tact and
diplomacy when conducting on-site inspections.
Extensive knowledge of federal, state and local regulations, including HUD and Department of Labor
directives, with regard to construction, Section 3, wage and hour laws, and labor compliance;
understanding of SMHA’s strategic goals and structure; extensive knowledge of contracting and
procurement procedures; knowledge of construction inspection techniques and procedures;
accounting and financial skills; knowledge of procurement procedures; ability to analyze property
needs; advanced project management skills; skills in multi-tasking, prioritization and problem
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resolution; familiarity with Authority employment policies and union agreements.
Education, Experience and Certifications:
Associate’s Degree in Mechanical, Architectural Engineering, or a Construction related field. Five (5)
years of working in the office of an architect, contractor, or mechanical engineer; or any equivalent
combination of education, experience, training, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and
abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Must be able to work beyond the normal working
day.
Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should be competent in the usage of Microsoft Outlook,
Excel, Word, and Adobe software. Must be able to learn other computer software programs as
required by assigned tasks.
Physical Requirements: Incumbent(s) must be able to meet the physical requirements of the
classification and have mobility, balance, coordination, vision, hearing and dexterity levels appropriate to
the functions performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Working Conditions: Work is performed primarily outdoors in a variety of weather conditions and is
likely to encounter unsanitary and/or unsafe conditions at the construction site. Safety equipment such
as a hart hat, safety vest, goggles, and steel-tipped safety shoes are work. Drives a vehicle to and from
work sites in a variety of weather conditions.