Requisition No: 839789 

Agency: School for the Deaf & Blind

Working Title: CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS CONSULTANT II - 48008154

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 48008154 

Salary:  $49,890.36 - $57,390.36 

Posting Closing Date: 12/02/2024 

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Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind (FSDB)

Construction Projects Consultant II (Career Service)

Position Number 48008154

Department: Safety & Facilities

Who are we?

FSDB is a state public school available at no cost to eligible pre-K and K-12 students who are deaf or hard of hearing, blind/visually impaired or deafblind, including boarding and transportation services. FSDB is nationally recognized for its comprehensive educational services, designed for the unique communication and accessibility needs of students. FSDB also provides educational outreach programs for children ages 0-5 and their families. The FSDB experience provides students with the edge to do more, be more, and achieve more.

How you will make an impact

The incumbent of this position is responsible for performing architectural plan reviews and field surveys related to the design, construction, and fire safety of school facilities.

• Reviews the plans and specifications submitted to the Department of Education.  Reviews plan submissions in stages (CON, schematic, preliminary, and construction document), specifications and revised documents, including change orders, etc., for new construction, remodeling, renovations and additions of school facilities for compliance with FSDB’s Construction Standards, Florida statutes and state and federal codes and standards. Prepares written comments of deficiencies and submits them to the Assistant Director of Construction. Makes recommendations to the facility owners, administrators, their consultants (architects, engineers, contractors, and vendors) and other interested persons concerning deficiencies or problems in complying with all applicable laws, standards, rules, codes, and regulations. Reviews project files in accordance with a pre-approved schedule.  Conducts construction surveys of the School’s facilities, both during and upon completion of construction, to confirm that construction of the architectural systems are in compliance with the approved plans and specifications. Coordinates findings and submits written reports to the Assistant Director for review. Conducts independent construction surveys that may include the survey for compliance of all technical disciplines as required. Functions as the facility coordinator for assigned projects, conducts the entrance and exit meetings, and coordinates the survey process of the other team members. Responsible for team reports, survey comments, and all required paperwork are forwarded to the Assistant Director. Responsible for keeping Assistant Director routinely informed concerning the timely review of all projects in the assigned facility and for notifying the Assistant Director if time limits as set by the office are in danger of being exceeded. Understands and enforces state and federal codes and standards as they pertain to these facilities. Prepares reports of findings/deficiencies for the provider and assists with technical drafts or memorandum or other correspondence as necessary. Reviews and approves the plan of correction of the facility and conducts follow-up visits to the job site within a specified time frame to survey the corrective action.
• Answers all correspondence with supervisory review within established time frames.  Conducts research on technical aspects of the discipline. Acts as Contract Manager for contracts assigned to the position.  Maintains maps, plans, FISH Survey and assists with the development and maintenance of the Facility Condition Index.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of architecture, construction and project management;
• Knowledge of the architectural and construction process including project budgeting, documentation, bidding and contract administration;
• Knowledge of the methods of compiling and analyzing data;
• Ability to plan, develop and implement construction programs to meet the short and long term goals of the school;
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communication; Knowledge and ability to utilize problem-solving techniques;
• Ability to probe and obtain critical facts pertaining to the progress of projects in the pre-construction, construction, and post construction stages;
• Ability to review and evaluate the status of projects;
• Ability to process the estimates of contractors;
• Ability to survey and develop masterplans for site, buildings and system needs to ensure reliability and life cycles of capital assets;
• Ability to analyze and resolve complex issues dealing with systems efficiencies including environmental, air quality and life safety;
• Ability to communicate with staff, administration, governmental (local, State and Federal) and various planning, design and construction professionals;
• Ability to formulate and implement policies and procedures for the improvement of the construction and facilities department;
• Ability to compile data based on technical reports and contacts with other agencies;
• Ability to communicate effectively;
• Knowledge of computerized systems for the design and construction programs required to support departmental operations and knowledge and skills with a personal computer.
• Ability to attain sign language proficiency level in accordance with FSDB O.P.P.1.24.
• Ability to complete training and administer skills acquired during CPR and CPI.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree from a college or university with a major in civil, construction, mechanical or architectural engineering or architecture and four years of experience in the field of building construction.
• A master's degree from a college or university in one of the areas described above and three years of experience in the field of building construction.
• Experience in the field of building construction can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education.

Sign Language Requirements

Applicants who are selected for hire will be encouraged to learn American Sign Language.

Please note: The Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind provides education to acquire sign language skills.

Hiring Salary Range: 12-month position, $49,890.36 - $57,390.36 annually. This range is inclusive of verified experience and education.

Hours: Monday – Friday 7:30am to 4:00pm

Vision

FSDB will prepare each student for a lifetime of success.

Mission

The mission of FSDB is to utilize all available talent, energy, and resources to provide free appropriate public education for eligible sensory impaired students of Florida. As a school of academic excellence, the school shall strive to provide students an opportunity to access education services in caring, safe, unique learning environment to prepare them to be literate, employable, and independent lifelong learners. The school shall provide outreach services that include collaboration with district school boards and shall encourage input from students, staff, parents, and the community. As a diverse organization, the school shall foster respect and understanding for each individual. (Section 1002.36, Florida Statutes)

Values

Integrity & Respect – The FSDB community is a cohesive group that serves with honor, care, kindness and responsibility.

Safety & Security – The FSDB community is committed to the protection and well-being of stakeholders.

Innovation – The FSDB community welcomes change and embraces a continuous improvement mindset to encourage new methods to solve problems and foster creativity and growth.

Trust – The FSDB community is committed to high quality services and accountability through honest, reliable and consistent actions.

Our benefits include:

• Automatic enrollment into the Florida Retirement System.
• Medical insurance coverage is $90 per pay period for family coverage; $25 per pay period for employee only.
• Life insurance $25,000 is provided by the state at no cost to you for all FTE positions. Employees may purchase additional coverage.
• Low-cost supplemental benefit packages that include dental, vision, and much more.
• Professional development opportunities and ability to learn American Sign Language on campus at no cost.
• Tuition waiver program – earn up to 6 credit hours per semester at state universities.
• Biweekly accrual up to four (4) hours of sick leave and annual leave.
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year.

How You Will Grow

FSDB provides staff members with opportunities to grow professionally, enhancing their ability to support students' growth. School- and state-required training and skills development is offered both online and in-person for academic and non-academic staff members.

TO APPLY: 

Applications accepted through People First only.

An attached resume is not a substitute for the information required on the application. It is the responsibility of all applicants to keep their application current.

All members of the Florida Retirement System are required to contribute 3% of their salary on a pre-tax basis.

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Take this opportunity to make a difference in a student’s life and become part of a great School. Apply today!

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

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 (1-866-663-4735). 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.