City of Imperial (CA)
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT COORDINATOR
City of Imperial (CA), San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, performs administrative and technical duties in the inspection and construction of City projects; reviews encroachment permits and traffic control plans; assists in, plans, and coordinates construction and engineering activities relating to City Public Works infrastructure development and repair projects; and performs related duties as assigned. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general direction from assigned supervisory or management personnel. Exercises no direct supervision over staff. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This classification is responsible for the coordination of one or more programs in the Community Development Department. Incumbents have responsibility for independently coordinating and implementing the inspection and construction functions for Public Works infrastructure development and related projects. Positions in this classification rely on experience and use considerable discretion and independent judgment to ensure the program’s efficient and effective service delivery. Assignments are given with general guidelines and incumbents are responsible for establishing objectives, timelines, and methods to deliver program services. Work is typically reviewed upon completion for soundness, appropriateness, and conformity to policy and requirements. EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)
Conducts daily construction inspections for various streets, traffic control, water and sewer facilities, and related projects; observes and records site conditions; monitors construction for conformance with approved plans; documents construction progress against project schedules; visually determines construction material conformance to standards. Supports the grant development process, including researching potential funding opportunities, drafting compelling proposals, and ensuring alignment with the City's vision and departmental objectives. Prepares inspection reports; takes fields notes; records qualitative and quantitative data; calculates statistics; enters data into systems. Researches, reviews, and analyzes legal description records to verify property ownership and rights of way; surveys and stakes property lines and grades; checks existing and future monumentation; operates surveying equipment and updates surveying computerized systems; operates, maintains, and troubleshoots a survey drone. Reviews encroachment permit and traffic control plan applications; receives application documents; retrieves and considers related plans, reports, permits, and files; drafts comments and prepares recommendations for the Construction Project Manager; responds to requests for information. Assists in the preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates for the improvement of Public Works projects; participates in checking and reviewing development plans; reviews specifications and cost estimates. Participates in the review of plans; evaluates compliance with laws, ordinances, and acceptable engineering standards; coordinates design plans to meet accessibility standards within public Right of Way. Assists with receiving, investigating, and responding to difficult and sensitive problems and complaints in a professional manner; identifies and reports findings and takes necessary corrective action; responds to resident requests for service; fosters collaboration in resolving problems; explains priorities, programs, and policies. Maintains accurate records of services and activities. Observes and complies with all City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols. Performs related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of: Construction and engineering principles, methods, and practices as applied to public works, including planning, development, design, and construction. Methods and practices of public works construction management. Proper use of construction materials and equipment. Safety requirements and procedures pertaining to work practices. Principles and methods of cost estimating and evaluating appropriate construction materials for projects. Mathematics through trigonometry as applied to land surveying and pertinent standard engineering calculations. Specialized equipment and technology used in surveying including surveying instruments, scanners, plotters, computed assisted drafting, geographic information systems, drone operation, and associated software and/or database programs. Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations as well as industry standards and best practices pertinent to the assigned area of responsibility. Record keeping. City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols. Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff. The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed. Ability to: Plan and schedule work, set priorities, and monitor work progress. Research and prepare engineering and other related reports. Assist in developing plans to meet future City needs/services. Support the implementation of solutions to difficult construction-related problems. Detect and locate faulty materials and work and determine the stage of construction during which defects are most easily found and remedied. Read and interpret construction and engineering plans and specifications. Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed. Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, documentation, and other written materials. Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments. Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax. Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and procedural guidelines. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, supplemented by college level coursework in engineering or a related field. Experience: One (1) year of experience performing paraprofessional engineering functions in a municipal agency. Licenses and Certifications: Possession of a valid California Driver’s License, to be maintained throughout employment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS
When assigned to an office environment, must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone; ability to stand and walk between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. When assigned to field inspection, must possess mobility to work in changing site conditions; possess the strength, stamina, and mobility to perform light to medium physical work; to sit, stand, and walk on level, uneven, or slippery surfaces; to reach, twist, turn, kneel, and bend, to climb and descend ladders; and to operate a motor vehicle and visit various City sites; vision to inspect site conditions and work in progress.
The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards, with exposure to hazardous materials in some site locations. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects averaging a weight of 40 pounds, or heavier weights, in all cases with the use of proper equipment and/or assistance from other staff. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees also work in the field and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. WORKING CONDITIONS
City employees are expected to work overtime, weekends, evenings, and holidays as required to accommodate the City’s needs, in addition to responding as a Disaster Services Emergency Worker (California Government Code Section 3100-3109).
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Under general supervision, performs administrative and technical duties in the inspection and construction of City projects; reviews encroachment permits and traffic control plans; assists in, plans, and coordinates construction and engineering activities relating to City Public Works infrastructure development and repair projects; and performs related duties as assigned. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general direction from assigned supervisory or management personnel. Exercises no direct supervision over staff. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This classification is responsible for the coordination of one or more programs in the Community Development Department. Incumbents have responsibility for independently coordinating and implementing the inspection and construction functions for Public Works infrastructure development and related projects. Positions in this classification rely on experience and use considerable discretion and independent judgment to ensure the program’s efficient and effective service delivery. Assignments are given with general guidelines and incumbents are responsible for establishing objectives, timelines, and methods to deliver program services. Work is typically reviewed upon completion for soundness, appropriateness, and conformity to policy and requirements. EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)
Conducts daily construction inspections for various streets, traffic control, water and sewer facilities, and related projects; observes and records site conditions; monitors construction for conformance with approved plans; documents construction progress against project schedules; visually determines construction material conformance to standards. Supports the grant development process, including researching potential funding opportunities, drafting compelling proposals, and ensuring alignment with the City's vision and departmental objectives. Prepares inspection reports; takes fields notes; records qualitative and quantitative data; calculates statistics; enters data into systems. Researches, reviews, and analyzes legal description records to verify property ownership and rights of way; surveys and stakes property lines and grades; checks existing and future monumentation; operates surveying equipment and updates surveying computerized systems; operates, maintains, and troubleshoots a survey drone. Reviews encroachment permit and traffic control plan applications; receives application documents; retrieves and considers related plans, reports, permits, and files; drafts comments and prepares recommendations for the Construction Project Manager; responds to requests for information. Assists in the preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates for the improvement of Public Works projects; participates in checking and reviewing development plans; reviews specifications and cost estimates. Participates in the review of plans; evaluates compliance with laws, ordinances, and acceptable engineering standards; coordinates design plans to meet accessibility standards within public Right of Way. Assists with receiving, investigating, and responding to difficult and sensitive problems and complaints in a professional manner; identifies and reports findings and takes necessary corrective action; responds to resident requests for service; fosters collaboration in resolving problems; explains priorities, programs, and policies. Maintains accurate records of services and activities. Observes and complies with all City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols. Performs related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of: Construction and engineering principles, methods, and practices as applied to public works, including planning, development, design, and construction. Methods and practices of public works construction management. Proper use of construction materials and equipment. Safety requirements and procedures pertaining to work practices. Principles and methods of cost estimating and evaluating appropriate construction materials for projects. Mathematics through trigonometry as applied to land surveying and pertinent standard engineering calculations. Specialized equipment and technology used in surveying including surveying instruments, scanners, plotters, computed assisted drafting, geographic information systems, drone operation, and associated software and/or database programs. Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations as well as industry standards and best practices pertinent to the assigned area of responsibility. Record keeping. City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols. Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff. The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed. Ability to: Plan and schedule work, set priorities, and monitor work progress. Research and prepare engineering and other related reports. Assist in developing plans to meet future City needs/services. Support the implementation of solutions to difficult construction-related problems. Detect and locate faulty materials and work and determine the stage of construction during which defects are most easily found and remedied. Read and interpret construction and engineering plans and specifications. Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed. Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, documentation, and other written materials. Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments. Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax. Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and procedural guidelines. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, supplemented by college level coursework in engineering or a related field. Experience: One (1) year of experience performing paraprofessional engineering functions in a municipal agency. Licenses and Certifications: Possession of a valid California Driver’s License, to be maintained throughout employment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS
When assigned to an office environment, must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone; ability to stand and walk between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. When assigned to field inspection, must possess mobility to work in changing site conditions; possess the strength, stamina, and mobility to perform light to medium physical work; to sit, stand, and walk on level, uneven, or slippery surfaces; to reach, twist, turn, kneel, and bend, to climb and descend ladders; and to operate a motor vehicle and visit various City sites; vision to inspect site conditions and work in progress.
The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards, with exposure to hazardous materials in some site locations. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects averaging a weight of 40 pounds, or heavier weights, in all cases with the use of proper equipment and/or assistance from other staff. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees also work in the field and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. WORKING CONDITIONS
City employees are expected to work overtime, weekends, evenings, and holidays as required to accommodate the City’s needs, in addition to responding as a Disaster Services Emergency Worker (California Government Code Section 3100-3109).
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