HOUSING AUTHORITY OF COLUMBUS, GEORGIA
Position Description
Classification:
Real Estate Development Construction Coordinator
Supervisor:
Chief Real Estate Officer
Effective Date:
January 1, 2012
Position Summary
Responsible to the Chief Real Estate Officer for the efficient day-to-day operations of Real Estate
Development and Redevelopment construction contract administration activities. Given broad objectives
for implementation of Authority policies and procedures, performs responsible administrative and
technical work in directing real estate construction and related activities of the Authority.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
1. Plans, organizes and coordinates real estate construction programs for the Authority. Coordinates the
preparation and issuance of all related contract documents such as construction and bid documents,
requests for proposals, contract awards, contract changes, and time extensions.
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Oversees design and implementation of construction work schedules, providing the Chief Real Estate
Officer and others with progress reports.
3. Facilitates appropriate relationships between architects and contractors during the construction phase
of a project, providing options for Authority decisions where necessary.
4. Monitors and reviews all information received from architects and contractors for accuracy,
timeliness, relevancy and thoroughness. Helps establish time frames, budget parameters, completion
dates and other needed project parameters.
5. Assists architects and engineers with the preparation of drawings and specifications for bid packages.
6. Reviews drawings, specifications and scope of work in bid packages prior to pre-bid conferences.
7. Prepares pre-bid conference and provides information to prospective bidders.
8. Receives and reviews bids and prepares recommendations for the Chief Real Estate Officer and the
Executive Director.
9. Coordinates the preparation of contracts, letters of intent, and notices to proceed.
10. Prepares required HUD documents and records.
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11. Communicates to architects and contractors all project and organizational requirements, e.g.,
insurance, liabilities, etc., and ensures that these requirements are mutually observed in all contractual
relationships.
12. Monitors all construction progress for observance of contract requirements and timetable.
13. Conducts follow-up inspections with contractor on development and redevelopment activities.
14. Coordinates changes to contract, materials, and field conditions with architect or engineer.
15. Oversees contract settlement documents, assuring appropriate warranty delivery.
16. Resolves disputes and claims or refers to the Chief Real Estate Officer for resolution.
17. Monitors and ensures that target dates are met.
18. Estimates percentage of work completed; reviews and verifies amounts of the contractor’s periodic
payments.
19. Develops cost estimates for construction activities.
20. Prepares budgets for development activities.
21. Monitors the expenditures against budgets and advises the Chief Real Estate Officer of areas of
concern.
22. Assists the Chief Real Estate Officer in developing financial proformas for development and
redevelopment projects.
23. Assists the Chief Real Estate Officer in identifying and securing appropriate sources of funding for
development and redevelopment activities.
24. Assists the Chief Real Estate Officer in identification and evaluation of developed and undeveloped
real property for potential purchase by Authority.
25. Assist the Chief Real Estate Officer in the preparation of Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC)
applications and mixed income housing proposals as well as demolition/disposition applications and
related documents.
26. Secures drawings, blueprints, specifications, technical manuals and warranties for all developed and
redeveloped properties, including as-builts.
27. Must maintain extensive knowledge of development in the building trades, and related codes to assure
efficient and safe construction practices.
28. Assist Chief Real Estate Officer in generating development fees in order to make the Real Estate
Acquisition and Development Department self-sustaining and producing additional revenue and
program income for Authority.
29. Performs other related duties as required.
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Preferred Knowledge and Abilities
1. Knowledge of the general operations and procedures of a Public Housing Agency (PHA).
2. Knowledge of the purposes, policies, and regulations of the Housing Authority as established by the
Board of Commissioners.
3. Knowledge of all phases of housing construction, planning, and costing. Must be an effective
contract and project manager.
4. Knowledge of building design and construction.
5. Knowledge of the objectives, programs, budgetary needs, and organizational structure of the Housing
Authority.
6. Knowledge of the layout of Housing Authority facilities.
7. Knowledge of all applicable building codes and housing standards.
8. Knowledge of applicable HUD rules and regulations concerning development, redevelopment,
procurement, and contract administration.
9. Knowledge of modern office equipment including copiers, personal computers, mainframe terminals,
calculators, facsimile machines, etc.
10. Ability to understand, act on, and interpret policies, regulations, and procedures as set forth by the
Housing Authority and/or HUD.
11. Ability to plan, organize, and develop a variety of operational and management programs and
procedures.
12. Ability to estimate building and repair cost and to prepare specifications for new purchases for
equipment and supplies.
13. Ability to read plans, inspect grounds and dwellings, and evaluate quality of construction in
accordance with prescribed specifications.
14. Ability to plan, organize, review, and administer construction contracts.
15. Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
16. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, vendors,
consultants, contractors, architects, residents, HUD, and local, state, and federal officials; ability to
communicate with people from a broad range of socio-economic backgrounds.
17. Ability to work in less than ideal conditions, e.g. noise, high traffic areas, etc.
18. Protective equipment: hard hat, safety glasses, and ear protection.
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Physical Requirements
1. Ability to physically walk and survey construction sites in order to conduct inspections.
2. Ability to work/inspect in wet, damp, hot, cold, high, or dusty places.
3. Ability to climb ladders up to 28 feet tall.
4. Ability to stoop and kneel in order to gain access to work areas.
5. Ability to work while standing for extended periods of time.
6. Ability to lift up to 30 pounds from floor to over head.
Minimum Education, Training and/or Experience
Graduation from an accredited four year college with major course work in architecture, engineering,
building construction, construction management, or related, with at least three (3) years of experience
managing capital improvement projects and/or supervising building construction. Any equivalent
combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities may
be considered sufficient. Previous public housing experience is preferred.
Special Requirements
1. Possession of a valid driver's license.
2. Must be bondable.
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