STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Building Construction Specialist 1 (Durational)

Recruitment #241007-2116FT-001

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Introduction


Department of Economic and Community Development

Do you have experience with the review and inspection of large scale building projects for building code compliance?
If so, apply today!

The State of Connecticut, Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD),  is currently recruiting for a Durational Building and Construction Specialist in Hartford, CT with some remote work and travel required. 

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:
  • Full Time, 40 hours per week
  • Monday through Friday
  • Location:  Hartford, CT
  • The incumbent will be required to travel and possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
  • The incumbent will be required to possess or obtain a license as a construction inspector or a higher license category within six (6) months of appointment.
THE ROLE:
  • This position is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in supporting grant administration on capital construction projects.  We are seeking a highly-motivated, collaborative individual with construction and inspection experience. 
  • The position is within the Office of Community Development and works alongside a team to oversee and steward the appropriate use of state funds awarded to municipalities and non-profit organizations for capital construction projects. 
  • This position will support the work of the Office of Community Development. This includes all capital projects administered by the agency, including the Community Investment Fund 2030, Connecticut Communities Challenge, Urban Act, STEAP and Special Act, which will oversee bonding funds for various economic and community development projects.
  • Project work involves the review of state funded economic and community development capital projects with municipalities and non-profit organizations. Capital improvements projects include areas such as brownfield remediation, affordable housing, mixed-use commercial and public space, water, sewer, roadway infrastructure, and public facility construction or renovation.
  • This position works in conjunction with project managers and other technical specialists to ensure oversight and compliance with state regulations for construction activities and procurement, permitting, and ensuring compliance with department policies and procedures. Part of each week is spent on-site in the field reviewing projects, with the remainder of the week performing the administrative work required to document project progress and DECD requirements.
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NOTE:  The applicant will be initially placed in a vacancy under durational appointment with an anticipated end date 18 months from their hire date. This appointment may be extended. Benefits and leaves will be subject to the appropriate collective bargaining contract language and Connecticut General Statutes.

    Selection Plan

    • For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.
    • These positions will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. 
    To Apply:
    • In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on this job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.
    • The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
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    • Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.
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    • The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
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    • Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Anamaria Giangarra at Anamaria.giangarra@ct.gov.

    PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

    In a state agency this class is accountable for independently conducting field inspections of building construction and building rehabilitation or renovation and/or improvement projects in order to assure completion of projects in conformance with contract requirements and all applicable building codes, standards and regulations.

    EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

    • Inspects all phases of construction and building rehabilitation or improvements for compliance with building codes, departmental regulations and/or statutory requirements; 
    • Reviews shop drawings and proposed changes to approved building plans; 
    • Evaluates field work for adherence to contract documents and/or codes and national standards; 
    • Determines necessity for specification and design changes and makes recommendations; 
    • Evaluates site conditions for construction safety including observation of soil, rock, ledge, water and other local conditions; 
    • Inspects methods and quality of workmanship including performance and observation of testing of construction materials; 
    • Consults with in-house staff, other agencies, architects, engineers, construction personnel and local building code enforcement officials on problems encountered; 
    • Prepares technical reports of field conditions; 
    • Reviews and evaluates schedules of values and payments to contractors; 
    • Provides technical advice to in-house staff and public or private organizations regarding building projects as required; 
    • Prepares specifications and construction costs; 
    • Serves as liaison with state and local housing officials; 
    • Reviews plans and specifications for compliance with agency and industry requirements; 
    • Reviews bids and quotes; 
    • Conducts field visits of proposed projects with applicants; 
    • Assists with technical feasibility determination; 
    • Assists and coordinates with receipt of state permits and certifications related to construction projects; 
    • Reviews payment applications for consistency with project budget and project progress; 
    • Assists in preparation of proposals for professional services; 
    • Assists in consultant and construction management duties for agency; 
    • May testify at administrative hearings or in state and federal courts of law; 
    • May assist in preparation and presentation of education programs mandated by statute to local code enforcement officials, state agencies and professional organizations; 
    • May perform limited code compliance plan review; 
    • Performs related duties as required.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

    • Considerable knowledge of principles, methods, materials and equipment used in building design and construction; 
    • Knowledge of
      • and ability to interpret contracting, zoning and building codes and related regulations; 
      • major trades areas relative to building construction and maintenance (e.g., plumbing, heating, electrical, structural); 
      • fire protection practices and procedures; 
    • Skills
      • interpersonal skills; 
      • oral and written communication skills; 
    • Considerable ability to inspect and supervise construction work for compliance with plans and specifications; 
    • Ability to
      • read and interpret building plans and specifications; 
      • utilize computer software.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

    Five (5) years of experience with construction projects involving all building trades (e.g., plumbing, heating, electrical) OR as a Municipal Building Official.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

    One (1) year of the General Experience must have included the review and inspection of large scale building projects for building code compliance.

    NOTE: Large scale building projects are interpreted as buildings exceeding 12,000 square feet in size and more than one story in height not including apartment buildings and single family residences.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

    College training in architecture, civil, mechanical or electrical engineering or a related field may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's Degree

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    • Experience reviewing construction procurement documents.
    • Experience conducting field inspections of construction and renovation projects.
    • Experience applying building codes and construction standards.
    • Experience documenting compliance efforts with laws, codes, regulations, ordinances or ADA Standards.

    SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

    • Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess or obtain a license as a construction inspector or a higher license category within six (6) months of appointment.
    • Incumbents in this class will be required to travel.
    • Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as be able to perform the duties.

    WORKING CONDITIONS

    Incumbents in this class may be exposed to some risk of injury or physical harm from exposure to building construction sites, fire scene or structural failure environments and a moderate degree of discomfort from exposure to year round weather conditions.

    Conclusion

    AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

    The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

    ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

    As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes.  As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.




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