SUMMARY Coordinate, manage, and monitor facility design and construction provided by outside consultants and contractors for all phases of a construction project in a manner to ascertain that projects are completed within the specified time frame, and according to the plans and specifications within the budgeted funds. Represent the owner during all aspects of a project to protect the best interests of the District. Provide expertise in evaluation of existing facilities to develop scope of work and budgets for capital improvement projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Responsible for extensive coordination during design and construction between the architect/consultants, contractors, utility companies, authorities having jurisdiction, and numerous District personnel.

Coordinate with all contractors, subcontractors, vendors, state and local government entities, and District personnel required by individual projects.

Manage and administer design and construction contracts to include review and approval of consultant and contractor payment applications, change orders, and requests for substitution. Facilitate and coordinate other consultant contracts: survey, geotechnical investigation, 3rd party inspections, special inspections, commissioning consultants, etc.

Monitor project control activities including overall project and construction schedule, project scope, project cost, construction document interpretations, project submittals, and shop drawings.

Assist in establishing overall project budget and schedule.

Facilitate design advisory groups, school administrators, and professional consultants.

Facilitate the technical review of all phases of design documents by the various District stakeholders. Provide quality control of general architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical and special systems for all assigned District projects

Evaluate, select, administer contracts for design consultants, construction contractors and other related consultants necessary for successful completion of a construction project..

Analyze bids and recommend construction award. Negotiate and issue consultant agreements and construction contracts.

Conduct pre-construction conferences and participate in weekly construction meetings with architect and contractor. Arrange and coordinate construction observation and materials testing with independent testing agencies. Review and analyze all results, and make appropriate adjustments and/or recommendations to construction and schedule.

Analyze facility problems and recommend solutions.

Direct the resolution of all contract claims and disputes.

Assist in the reviewing and updating, of the DCAD Drawings, technical and educational specifications.

Coordinate the resolution of warranty issues and initiate the required 11 month inspections with architect, consultants, contractors, and District personnel.

Facilitate final inspections and re-inspections with architect, consultants, and contractors, and coordinate the check out and operation of new equipment and systems and Operations and Maintenance training.

Coordinate the submittal of contract close out documentation and review same for accuracy of as built information.

Monitor the performance of architects, consultants, general contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers and evaluate same at the conclusion of the projects.

Monitor project budgets and provide periodic budget forecast report summarizing all project costs.

Coordinate the owner furnished equipment installation with District staff and the contractors' construction activities. Coordinate the move out and move in of school occupants.

Coordinate the implementation and/or installation of technology.

Review the construction sequencing schedules to coincide with educational activities.

Perform other duties as assigned.

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.

EXPERIENCE 7-10 years total experience in construction of schools or public facilities, engineering, construction management, architecture, design, contract administration, facility programming and design, building systems and bid documents.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING Bachelors degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or closely related field. Equivalent experience will be considered.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Valid Colorado driver's license

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & EQUIPMENT Construction management, estimating, basic computer skills, Internet, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, communication, and writing skills. Experience preferred with estimating and project planning software. Knowledge of International Building Code (IBC), and other building, fire, mechanical and electrical codes, regulations, specifications, construction costs, facility design, construction, and assessment. Knowledge of state and federal regulations related to design and construction: i.e. construction jobsite safety, stormwater management, permitting and inspections,

DECISION MAKING Requires detailed analysis and application of technical and professional knowledge, standards, and experience to determine alternatives, recommendations, solutions, and facilitate consensus building. Decisions include assuring construction completion so schools can open on schedule. On school projects with multiple phases of construction, decisions include minimizing the impact on educational delivery during construction. Standards for the work are loosely defined. Errors could impact the budget, project schedule, quality of facilities, bond funds, and final occupancy and integrity of a facility.

COMMUNITY RELATIONS Daily contact with classified staff to negotiate controversial matters, and with vendors/contractors to set policy. Weekly contact with professional staff within the department to negotiate controversial matters, and with professional staff outside the department to set policy. Weekly contact with advisory committees and citizen committees to negotiate controversial matters. Monthly contact with advisory committees and the school support team to set policy. Annual contact with the Board to set policy. Contact with students, parents, citizen committees, general public, media, public agencies, and local government on an as needed basis to exchange information, negotiate controversial matters, or set policy.

SPAN OF CONTROL This position has no supervisory responsibilities of District employees. Responsible for managing and supervising outside architects, various consultants, and contractors on a project.

EDUCATIONAL DELIVERY Manage construction improvement projects through quality services which result in state-of-the-art facilities and systems to enhance the education environment for students and their community. Maintain project schedules and integrity of facilities so as not to negatively impact educational delivery. Provide support services for facilities, and direct services for construction management.

COMPLEXITY OF WORK Requires independent thinking, judgment, and interpretation of facts in handling deviations outside the defined policies and procedures specified in contract documents.

The physical demands, mental functions, and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. On a daily basis the employee is required to complete a construction site job walk through areas of construction that are not suitable for general public occupancy and require Personal Protection Equipment and may include, but is not limited to, climbing ladders. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.

MENTAL FUNCTIONS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to compare, analyze, communicate, coordinate, evaluate, and use interpersonal skills. The employee is frequently required to negotiate. The employee is occasionally required to copy, instruct, compute, and compile.

WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment varies from quiet to loud.
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Job Status Type is Referenced Above in Job Posting:
Job Status: Ongoing
A successful external applicant will be issued a probationary contract. A successful internal applicant that currently holds a probationary or non-probationary contract with Jeffco Public Schools will maintain that contract status.
Job Status: Temporary
A successful external applicant will be issued a one year, temporary contract. A successful internal applicant currently holding a Jeffco probationary contract will be issued a one year, temporary contract. A successful internal applicant currently holding a Jeffco non-probationary contract, will forfeit their non-probationary status. Please contact Employment Services for questions.

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