Contract Support Specialist II - 55003954

Contract Support Specialist II - 55003954

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system. To ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work. Unless explicitly requested, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited, and any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration. Candidates must be United States (U.S.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers. Visa sponsorship is not available.

The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state's economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida's environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state's communities. As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication. FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency's learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses.

FDOT - Lake City Operations/Construction

710 NW Lake Jeffery Road, Suite #102

Lake City, Florida 32055

Your specific responsibilities include managing construction general assigned consultant contracts, identifying needs and providing consultant resources by coordinating with the staff and prioritizing needs. Perform related functions including budget management, contract administration, authorizing work orders, approval of invoices, and procurement of new contracts. Provide Quality Assurance for the Construction Engineering Inspection (CEI) operations to ensure compliance with CEI contract documents, CEI grading, CEI Evaluations, Department procedures, and coordinating contract administration related activities between the Department and the Consultant CEI.

The successful candidate will have the following required knowledge, skills, and abilities: Knowledge of the documents used to establish Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) construction contract changes and Consultant Engineering Inspection (CEI) contract changes. Knowledge of concepts, terminology, principles of road and bridge construction and maintenance. Skilled in interpretation of FDOT "Standard Specifications" and "Roadway and Traffic Design Standards". Skilled in the use of personal computers, Windows, Word Processing, spreadsheets, email, and web based system applications. Ability to effectively communicate (orally and in writing) with contractors, FDOT and CEI staff, and the public. Ability to work independently and effectively with little supervision. Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to Equal Employment Opportunity/Disadvantage Business Enterprise/On the Job Training programs. Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques. Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Licensure/Registration/Certification Requirements: This position requires certification in Final Estimates Level I and Level II through the Construction Training Qualification Program (CTQP). Must obtain within six (6) months and maintain thereafter.

Minimum qualifications: A high school diploma or its equivalent; 2 years' experience in a related field can substitute for the high school diploma or equivalency.

The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including: Health insurance (over 90% employer paid) $25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid) Dental, vision and supplemental insurances State of Florida retirement package 10 paid holidays a year Generous vacation and sick leave Career advancement opportunities Tuition waiver for public college courses A variety of training opportunities Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Location: LAKE CITY, FL, US, 32055