Temporary - Project Coordinator

Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to engineering, planning, architecture or related field plus three (3) years of experience in construction, engineering, architecture or related work.
• Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years.

Licenses or Certifications:

• May require a valid Texas drivers license.

Notes to Applicants

This is a Temporary position that is expected to last between six to twelve months. As a temporary position, it is not benefits eligible.

When completing a City of Austin employment application:

• Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
• A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job titles and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered.
• A resume is required, but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Please include contact information from previous employers.
• A cover letter is also required. In the cover letter candidates should describe, in concise detail, their interest in this position and highlight any prior experience that is relevant to this position.

If you are selected as a top candidate:

• Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution.
• If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.

Travel:
If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program , you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

Effective October 1, 2014, all Austin Water worksite locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any AW worksite - including construction sites, parking lots, garages or in any personal vehicle located on the premises.
Pay Range
$32.23 - $40.20 per hour

Hours
Monday - Friday
7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Job Close Date 10/07/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Water Utility Regular/Temporary Temporary (No benefits) Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location Various Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:

• Experience working in a municipal water/wastewater industry.
• Experience with ArcGIS and creating and maintaining GIS Databases.
• Experience with Utility Conflict Reviews or plan reviews during permit review to protect city infrastructure assets.
• Experience interpreting Utilities Criteria Manuals, TCEQ (or other state Environmental Regulatory Agency) rules, and Land Development Codes related to waster and/or wastewater.
• Experience using Amanda, ProjectDox, Bluebeam or other municipal permitting and plan review software.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Software, including designing and maintaining complex. spreadsheet and database models.
• Ability to travel to more than one work location.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Communicates project and/or program information to internal and external customers Assists in the development and monitoring of project and/or program budgets by completing assignments that may include processing a pay application or monitoring and updating the assigned project budget. Assists in the development of short/long range plans on projects or work on routine projects whereby techniques used are well known and present no unusual engineering problems. Assists in the development and implementation of operating policies and procedures by providing input as a team member of an established process improvement team. Ensures compliance with City and other regulatory agency requirements and policies by verifying that regulatory/permitting processes have been identified and permits or approvals acquired for assigned project. Coordinates development/reviews construction or engineering related contracts, contract documents and Developer Agreements by reviewing preparing and processing project change orders to projects if change orders are appropriate and in compliance or applying technical quality control review. Coordinates and evaluates plans, criteria, schedules, etc. for a variety of projects, Programs, and plans or a division and/or section activities. Assists in the resolution of conflicts and difficult situations by providing supporting documentation, policies and procedures. Develops, maintains, and improves City of Austin design and construction standards. Provides technical advice and assistance

Responsibilities - Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

• May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of basic engineering and architectural design principles, practices, procedures, and estimating techniques.
• Knowledge of project accounting, architectural and construction methods and the principles, methods and practices of project management.
• Knowledge of laws, rules, regulations and codes associated with project assignment.
• Knowledge of budget policies and principles.
• Knowledge of contract management principles, methods, and practices.
• Skill in adapting, interpreting and applying guidelines and standards.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with internal and external customers.
• Skill in using available software packages.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, tact, and diplomacy in all public contacts.
• Ability to schedule and coordinate activities between various parties and planning specific aspects of a project.
• Ability to communicate in oral or written format to a variety of audiences.

Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for the Project Coordinator position are: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a related field, plus three (3) years of experience in construction, engineering, architecture, or related work. Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a valid Texas driver license. Do you have a valid Texas driver license or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a valid Texas driver license by your hire date?

• Yes
• No

* The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that External New Hires meet the City’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No (disqualifying)

* How many years of experience do you have in planning, organizing, and managing the delivery of construction and/or utility projects

• 0 years
• 1-2 years
• 3-4 years
• 5+ years

* How many years of experience do you have coordinating, collaborating and working effectively with other departments or units within an organization to meet business objectives?

• 0 years
• 1-2 years
• 3-4 years
• 5 + years

* Were you referred to this opportunity by an Austin Water employee? If yes, please provide the employee’s full name.
(Open Ended Question)
* Will you require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B visa) either now or in the future?

• Yes
• No

Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Cover Letter

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• City of Austin

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