JOB The incumbent, under overall direction of the Architect/Engineer, shall work on major Borough projects and is responsible for performing a variety of technical and administrative professional engineering functions related to the design, construction, and modification of Borough facilities. The incumbent will direct efforts toward electrical, mechanical, architectural, and structural activities for Borough owned facilities with an emphasis on contract administration for various projects. The incumbent will be responsible for coordinating with all department Project Managers and Architect/Engineers to ensure consistent project management on Borough projects.
SALARY: Level III
REPORTS TO: Architect Engineer
POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None EXAMPLE OF DUTIES 1. Serve as Project Manager on Borough controlled construction projects.
2. Coordinate with department Project Managers and Architect/Engineers to ensure consistent project management on Borough projects. Work under the direction of the assigned Architect/Engineer, with the FNSB School District, and other client agencies in confirming accuracy of project scopes.
3. Assist with selection of consulting firms for Borough projects.
4. Negotiate and manage professional service contracts with consulting engineers and architects.
5. Review construction designs, project drawings, and specifications to ensure compliance with applicable requirements. Evaluate cost estimates relative to projects scheduled for bid.
6. Involve other appropriate Borough departments/divisions such as Facilities Maintenance, Rural Services, Solid Waste Landfill, Parks and Recreation, and Digital Services in the design review process.
7. Coordinate activities with local utilities, government, state, and federal agencies.
8. Assist in the development and updating of project management standard procedures, guidelines, and forms; evaluate and recommend various construction and delivery methods.
9. Observe construction projects and act as "owner representative".
10. Prepare reports and provide technical advice on behalf of the Public Works Department on engineering and architectural matters.
11. Maintain observation records on projects.
12. Maintain and control project budgets, schedules, and all project costs (e.g. change orders, payment requests, balance of available funds).
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION JOB CONTACTS:
General public, all levels of Borough staff, and other governmental agencies. Fairbanks North Star Borough School District including administrative staff, teachers, maintenance personnel, and planners. Consulting Engineers and Architects. Contractors including subcontractors, suppliers, and manufacturers.
JOB RESPONSIBILITY:
See basic functions and typical duties.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
General office where conditions are pleasant, good, and clean. Conditions where accidents/hazards are negligible; frequent coordination and inspection visits to job sites with exposure to common construction site hazards; requires short periods of light lifting, pushing, or pulling (1-26 lbs.).
