Specifications Coordinator
Location
Houston, TX | United States
Job description
Position Description
The Technical Services group is a multi-disciplinary team of engineers, architects, landscape architects, and designers providing design and construction support services to Harris County. The Specifications Coordinator will be part of a program for reimagine the County’s standard specifications, regulations, and design manuals to reflect the current state of practice in the industry. The Specifications Coordinator will be responsible for championing the program both within and outside of Harris County, driving the project to completion. After the reimagination process is complete and will lead an on-going review and revision cycle in order to keep the County’s standards and specifications on par with those used by peer organizations.
JOB DUTIES:
- Take ownership and champion the reimagining of Harris County’s construction specifications, design manuals, and other relevant standards. Act as the “face” of the program to Harris County staff and external stakeholders.
- Act as the internal Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the development and application of design and construction specifications, providing guidance in the resolution of design and construction issues as they arise.
- Lead, in conjunction with other technical staff, the development of Special Specifications and revisions to standards as required in response to lessons learned in Harris County projects and changes industry standards and practices.
- Undertake research into the potential application of cutting-edge construction practices and materials that improves the functionality and/or serviceability of roadway and drainage infrastructure.
- Brief Harris County Engineering Department (HCED) and Precinct senior management on the progress of the standard and specifications reimagining program, and as needed for other items of interest.
- Prepare and present information sessions to HCED and Precinct staff to bring awareness of changes to standard specifications, design standards and other relevant documentation.
- Lead procurement of professional consulting services, as required, for the development and/or revision of various standards, specifications, and other relevant documentation. Once procured, manage the activities of the consultants engaged, ensuring project budgets and schedules are followed.
- Adapt when emergencies or short turnaround projects arise.
- Perform other duties as assigned, including emergency or disaster event support.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email [email protected].
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering, Construction Management
Experience
- Five (5) years of experience in the development and application of design and construction standards and specifications.
- Two (2) or more years of experience in the preparation of Plan, Estimate and Specification (PS&E) packages for roadway and/or drainage construction projects.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
- Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Texas, or ability to obtain licensure within six (6) months of hiring.
- Exceptional personal organizational skills, ability to identify and prioritize assigned tasks independently with minimal oversight.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to undertake public speaking roles with ease.
- Exceptional interpersonal and conflict resolution skills, and the ability to deal tactfully with a diverse group of people in a professional manner in a complex organization.
- Ability to exercise flexibility in accommodating shifting priorities, demands, and schedules
Proficiency in all Microsoft Office suite of applications. - Valid Texas driver's license upon hire.
- Ability to drive a county vehicle to various job sites as needed to accomplish tasks and projects.
NOTE : Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation
but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
Preferences
PREFERENCES
Education
- Master’s degree in civil engineering, or related field.
Experience
- Three (3) years of experience in researching and evaluating products/services and preparing reports.
- Two (2) or more years of experience in construction inspection and/or management on heavy civil, roadway, drainage, land development or other related projects.
- Supervising small (i.e., three (3) people or fewer) technical teams, providing mentorship and guidance in the
- development of their skill sets.
- Exposure to government purchasing procedures and requirements.
General Information
General Information
Position Type
Regular Full-time
Salary Information
Commensurate per 26 pay periods
Typical Hours Of Work
WORK HOURS / SHIFT
- Monday through Friday
- Subject to Early Mornings, Evenings, Weekends & Holidays as needed.
Location
1111 Fannin St, 12th Floor, Houston, TX 77002
Physical Demands: N/A
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
BENEFITS
Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan.
The following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular (full-time) positions:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Wellness
- Life Insurance
- Long-term disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 10 days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service. Accrual rates increase based on years of service.
- 10 county holidays plus one (1) floating holiday
- Professional development opportunities
- Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
- Healthcare Reimbursement Account
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
The following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employment and may be available to part-time employees:
- Retirement pension (TCDRS)
- Flexible schedules (varies by department)
- Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website:
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