CONTRACT SUPPORT SPECIALIST II

Contract Support Specialist II - 55007222

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.

Our Mission 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.

Our Vision 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.

The Work You Will Do: Contract Support Specialist II - District Four/Director of Operations/District Construction This position is a vital role for the Department to properly administer construction contracts for the Operations Center. Some of the important functions that this role provides is managing consultant contracts that provides for our staffing needs to properly inspect and make accurate payments for work being performed by our contracting partners. Oversee processing and execution of all Contingency Supplemental Agreements and Field Supplemental Agreements on road and bridge construction projects in accordance with Construction Project Administration Manual (CPAM).

The Difference You Will Make: 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.

How You Will Grow: 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.

Where You Will Work: FDOT Palm Beach Operation, 7900 Forest Hill Blvd., West Palm Beach, FL 33413

Annual Salary Range: $58,953.68 - $76,292.99 A Competitive Area Differential (CAD) additive in the amount of $1,976.00 will be added to the annual salary.

Your Specific Responsibilities: Manage Palm Beach Operations construction general assigned consultant contracts. Identify needs and provide 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. Responsible for coordination, development and management of CEI consultant work orders for the CEI contracts and responsible for reviewing and approving the CEI monthly invoices. Responsible for processing vendor invoices as required. Oversees processing and execution of all Contingency Supplemental Agreements and Field Supplemental Agreements on road and bridge construction projects in the Palm Beach Operations Construction Section in accordance with Construction Project Administration Manual (CPAM). Prepares encumbrance of funds, completes additional required pages and/or forms, performs a final review of the complete package for accuracy, and prepares the package for final submission to the District. Reviews the Ad-Hoc Report System (Construction Dashboard) for change order and pay item discrepancies for Supplemental Agreements and Work Orders. Inputs required data into the Contract Change Tracking System (CCTS) in Site Manager as obtained from the CCTS forms to resolve the Discrepancy Reports, while also reviewing the reason codes for accuracy. Oversees staff using the Electronic Document Management System (EDMS) to ensure that all documents are properly scanned, filed, attributed and distributed. This duty requires the incumbent to plan with and motivate employees to effectively utilize the system while maintaining current efficiencies. Track and participate on Technical Review Committees for construction projects at Palm Beach Operations Construction office. Evaluates the CEI scope of services for future CEI contracts and any CEI contract changes. This includes assisting in the negotiation of Supplemental Agreement to Consultant CEI Contracts and preparing supplemental agreements, change orders, and contract amendments to cover unforeseen problems during construction of the projects.

The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of: documents used to establish Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) construction contract changes and Consultant Engineering Inspection (CEI) contract changes concepts, terminology, principles of road and bridge construction and maintenance Skills in: interpretation of FDOT "Standard Specifications" and "Roadway and Traffic Design Standards". 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 work independently and effectively with little supervision utilize problem-solving techniques plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

Other Job-Related 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; Two years' experience in a related field can substitute for a 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)

For additional benefit information available to State of Florida employees, visit: SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS), unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES THE SERVICE VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS HAVE GIVEN TO OUR COUNTRY AND SUPPORTS THE HIRING OF RETURNING SERVICE MEMBERS AND MILITARY SPOUSES. If you are a preference-eligible applicant who receives notice of a hiring decision and believe that you were not afforded employment preference in accordance with applicable Florida law and regulation, you may file a written complaint within 60 calendar days from the date you receive the notice, requesting an investigation to the Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs, Division of Benefits and Assistance, 9500 Bay Pines Boulevard, Room 214, St. Petersburg, Florida 33708.

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES AND SUPPORTS EMPLOYMENT OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES. QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. In accordance with Section 110.112, Florida Statutes, and the Florida Department of Transportation's Individuals with Disabilities Affirmative Action Plan, the agency is committed to ensuring affirmative action and equal employment opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities. Upon request and as appropriate, reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities may be provided. Please contact the Florida Department of Transportation's Human Resources Office at View phone number on click.appcast.io for assistance. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center View phone number on click.appcast.io). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

Location: WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33413