Program Project Coordinator Senior - Construction
Fort Lauderdale, FL 
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Posted 16 days ago
Job Description
REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Program/Project Coordinator, Senior - Operations Construction.

This job announcement will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received.


Benefits of Broward County Employment
High Deductible Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums:
Single $10.39 / Family $76.94
Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2400 Annually
Consumer Driven Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums:
Single $78.64 / Family $273.13
Florida Retirement System (FRS) - Pension or Investment Plan
457 Deferred Compensation employee match
Eleven (11) paid holidays each year
Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 weeks per year
Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K annually)
Paid Parental Leave

The Broward County Aviation Department which operates the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and North Perry Airport is seeking a highly-motivated and energetic Program\Project Coordinator, Senior to oversee the daily functions of the Constructions projects in the Operations division. This position involves administrative and management work on behalf of the BCAD Operations Division, involving both large and small scale projects, in airport construction activities to include Airside, Landside and Terminal functional areas. This class works independently, under limited supervision, meeting with contractors, engineering firms, FAA, TSA, FDOT, BSO, airport tenants, and airport employees. The Program/Project Coordinator will report activities and issues through various means of communication and periodic meetings and will work closely with all agencies in the oversight and coordination of activities related to construction, maintenance, repair and/or renovation of airport facilities. The Program/Project Coordinator, Senior will maintain effective working relationships with airport tenants, general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and is expected to coordinate and manage operations with considerable independence and initiative. The Program/Project Coordinator, Senior must be able to communicate effectively and be able to read, review, analyze, and draft contracts using proper language, punctuation, grammar, and style. Supervision is received through conferences with an administrative superior and by adherence to established policies and procedures. Work is reviewed through individual and team conferences, reports, and program achievements. For operational efficiency, some projects are installed and/or constructed during off-peak periods requiring weekend and/or evening and midnight shift coverage.

All Aviation Department employees must possess the ability to interact courteously with the public, Airport vendors, contractors and fellow employees to maintain a professional work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that promotes a positive work environment.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Business, Public Administration, Aviation, Engineering, Architecture or closely related field.
(One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.)

Requires four (4) years of experience in a staff or administrative capacity managing special projects, programs or business operations appropriate to construction project management in an airport environment or closely related field.


Special Certifications and Licenses Required
  • Must obtain and maintain Airport Ramp Driving Privileges.
  • Must possess a valid Florida driver's license during employment and maintain authority to drive on County business.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge and Customs Seal.

Preferences
  • Master's degree in business, Aviation, Engineering, Architecture or closely related field.
  • Demonstrated progressive field experiences performing project management responsibilities on airport construction programs.
  • A.A.E., CM, ACE, I.A.P. designation or ACI Operations Diploma.
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD.
  • Field experience performing construction project coordination in an airport environment.
Per the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, Part 1542, all airport employees must undergo a Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) and a Security Threat Assessment (STA) in order to obtain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge, as required by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class.

Besides the responsibilities listed in the Classification Description, the incumbent must be able to:

  • Coordinate and attend weekly construction meetings with contractors, impacted airport tenants and airport project managers.
  • Negotiate Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) terms and conditions with the contractor to ensure they are following all airport rules and regulations and any federal, state, and local agency requirements.
  • Review project submittals for all airport construction projects with a focus on operational impact, compliance with FAA Advisory Circulars and TSA regulations.
  • Inspect construction sites to evaluate work progress against project schedules and verify the contractor adheres to the approved MOT.
  • Monitor and promptly respond to compliance issues.
  • Evaluate project activities and interact with project managers, contractors, engineering firms, airline station managers, concession managers, and other airport personnel.
  • Produce and distribute construction alerts to airport stakeholders.
  • Acts in the absence of the Airport Manager, Construction.

Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.

Plans, develops, authorizes, implements, supervises and evaluates programs/projects, activities and services on a large scale with County-wide impact; facilitates inclusion, prepares reports, and analyzes and interprets data.

Coordinates and manages all aspects of a program or project which has operational responsibility of a major scope, a large-sized budget and provides a critical County service.

Assists Director and Agency Leadership by researching issues, creating memorandums, policies, procedures, reports, etc. and monitors/advises on staff compliance with policy and procedures.

Conducts special research in conjunction with a project/program, analyzes data, and makes recommendations based upon research.

Identifies and understands agency/business needs, contractual business requirements, and regulations governing local, state and other requirements, confidentiality obligations, warranties, liabilities, indemnification, termination clauses, breach, and remedies.

Communicates business risks to project manager, senior/executive management, and approving authority for assessment and approval, while focusing on comprehending client-agencies' needs and business processes.

Coordinates with state and local agency partners on projects and programs, community outreach, media relations and regional and various services; may assist with press releases and responses to media.

Advises and assists the Department and Division Directors on all operational and technical matters related to the section(s) or function(s) assigned.

Defines agency goals and objectives, develops and recommends policies and operating procedures.

Administers internal/external communications and public outreach activities for Division; manages and coordinates outreach efforts with other County divisions as well as other local and state governments, and partnering agencies.

Prepares Commission agendas, including editing, posting and planning.

Provides assistance and training of agency staff and contracted services providers. May oversee the Agency's training program; schedules and/or delivers training and outreach opportunities for employees and the vendor community respectively.

Plans, organizes and implements a compliance and monitoring program, conducts contract central audits, field documentation reviews, investigations or management studies.

Performs related work as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Demands

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Typically performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations. May vary by work location.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

Varies by work location.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

Competencies

  • Manages Complexity
Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Looks at complex issues from multiple angles; explores issues to uncover underlying issues and root causes; sees the main consequences and implications of different options.

  • Decision Quality
Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Ensures that people's decisions comply with policies and standards. Integrates analysis, experience, and other inputs to make effective decisions. Accepts workable decisions and also seeks better alternatives.

  • Strategic Mindset
Seeing ahead to future possibilities and translating them into breakthrough strategies. Provides a clear picture of the organization's vision and strategy and what the team needs to do to realize them. Develops longer-term strategies that capitalize on the organization's distinct capabilities and emerging trends in the market.

  • Plans and Aligns
Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Stays focused on plans and improvises in response to changes, including risks and contingencies. Aligns own team's work with other workgroups'. Looks ahead to determine and obtain needed resources to complete plans.

  • Communicates Effectively
Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Tailors communication content and style to the needs of others. Pays attention to others' input and perspectives, asks questions, and summarizes to confirm understanding.

  • Situational Adaptability
Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Sees even subtle cues to adapt; deploys a wide range of behaviors to stay effective. Exemplifies flexibility and resourcefulness; responds deftly to a variety of challenges and situations.

County Core Values
All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.
  • Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
  • Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
  • Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
  • Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance
Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request.

Emergency Management Responsibilities
Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.

County-wide Employee Responsibilities
All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.

All Broward County 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.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Salary and Benefits
$73,378.12 - $117,111.32 Annually
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
1+ years
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