Job Summary:

Supervises, guides, and/or instructs the work assignments of subordinate staff. Supervises the planning and preparation for the completion of construction projects. Organizes both skilled and general laborers performing construction/renovation projects. Coordinates and/or performs activities related to all facets of the project. May require use of faciliCAD and AutoCAD.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Supervises and plans work for assigned staff
• Assists in planning and preparing budget documents
• Conducts on-site inspections
• Conducts research and prepares studies, analyses, reports, and recommendations for various special assignments
• Coordinates work of contractors and consultants
• Ensures construction projects are completed according to plans, specifications and within budget
• Interprets design drawings and may estimate quantities or volume of components needed
• Maintains property insurance register
• Monitors progress of construction projects to project completion
• Oversees construction, renovation and remodeling projects
• Performs all facets of project (site engineering, grading, building layout, plumbing, electrical, etc.)
• Prepares contract documents and reviews shop drawings. Reviews project plans and specifications
• Coordinates operational/maintenance plants servicing facilities
• Directs through consultants, service contract companies or staff the design and construction of new buildings, perimeter construction around facilities and/or the alteration, modification, or upgrade of existing facilities, buildings, and operational and plant components
• Conducts technical analyses and studies to determine infra-structure, facility, and physical plant needs on a department-wide and/or statewide basis
• Serves as lead to administer the provisions of contracts and works with architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, and construction crews to ensure project and contract requirements are met
• Reviews plans and specifications and conducts onsite inspections
• Will be some traveling to different DJJ facilities.
• Must be able to be on call 24/7

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED and six (6) years of experience in maintenance and/or general building construction, including one (1) year as a lead worker, team leader, or supervisory role.
• Or one (1) year of experience at the lower-level Construction Spec 3 (FEP052) or position equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Five (5) or more years` computer experience including CADD, CMMS, Cost Management Systems, and Kronos or similar use of Project management and/or Microsoft Office Software.
• Five (5) or more years’ experience managing detention renovation projects, all areas of general    construction including site work, MEP system, and Security Systems (Control/Panels/ CCTV Technology).
• Five (5) or more years` experience in managing new detention construction projects from site work to building/structure completion and installation of MEP Systems.
• Knowledge and experience overseeing capital projects and Contract Administration.
• Detailed knowledge of building codes, life safety codes, fire codes, ADA requirements, ACA requirements, and MEP requirements.

Benefits:

In addition to a competitive salary & benefits, GA Department of Juvenile Justice is part of a statewide initiative called Total Rewards that seeks to attract and retain employees by supplementing their base pay and benefits with programs designed to improve the quality of their work environment and lead to greater job satisfaction and work/life balance. Eligible employees are offered generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. We are a qualified employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

For more information, visit https://djj.georgia.gov/Online-Applications/employee-benefits

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