The City of Springfield is seeking to fill the Design and Construction Coordinator position. Under the direction of a Program Manager or Supervisor, this position will provide project delivery work and team coordination related to procurement of consultant services, design review, project permits, construction bidding, construction coordination, inspections, system startup/training, warranty follow-up, and project documentation. This position will lead project delivery work related to infrastructure owned by the Metropolitan Wastewater Management Commission (MWMC) and/or the City of Springfield, Oregon.

If you would like to learn more about the Design & Construction Coordinator position, please click here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/springfieldor/classspecs/1441444?keywords=design&pagetype=classSpecifications

If you are a Professional Engineer and are interested in the Design and Construction Coordinator position, we also encourage you to apply!  The City would love the opportunity to speak to you about the job possibilities around this position.

To learn more about the Professional Engineer position, click here: 
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/springfieldor/classspecs/1600509?keywords=engineer&pagetype=classSpecifications

The ideal candidate for this position would have project management experience with complex projects that have multiple disciplines such as: infrastructure planning, civil, environmental, structural, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, cost estimating, document management, effective communication, etc.      

To learn more about the Metropolitan Wastewater Management Commission, please visit the website at: https://mwmcpartners.org/

Training & Experience:
The City will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications.  Such a way to meet minimum qualifications could include:
•    Bachelor’s degree in the field of construction management, engineering, architecture, public works infrastructure, or a closely related field/education, and;
•    A minimum of 2 years of experience in project management/coordination related to planning, procurement/contracting, design review, project permits, bidding and construction. (Design and Construction Coordinator I)
•    5 years of progressively responsible experience leading the planning, design, construction, and inspection of large scale, complex capital improvement projects with multiple stakeholders (Design and Construction Coordinator II)

*Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Oregon may substitute for some of the required years of experience.

Preferences may be given for knowledge and experience:
•    Registered Professional Engineer (PE)
•    Certified Construction Manager (or in-training documentation) 
•    Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Licenses and Certifications:
•    Valid Oregon Driver’s License by time of appointment

Selection and Interview Process:
Top candidates will be invited to interview, and candidates will be emailed directly with additional information.

As a part of our selection process, it will be necessary for candidates to provide the names and email addresses of up to five professional references (including two managers) that can provide information on work performance.  To avoid any delay in the process, we ask candidates to start gathering reference information now (name, email address, contact info and time period you worked together).  Additional information regarding reference checking will be emailed to candidates at a later date through the SkillSurvey Pre-Hire 360 system.

The selection process will include: reference checks and criminal background check.

All testing and selection processes will be done in accordance with the Oregon Veteran’s Preference in Public Employment Law.

Please do not indicate ‘See Resume’ in the ‘Work Experience’ part of the application. The information you provide in the application ‘Work Experience’ and ‘Job Duties’ will be used to determine if you will proceed to the next phase in the selection process.  Information related to education and experience must be verifiable on your application to be given credit.

NOTE: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

How to Apply:
Please visit our website at https://www.springfield-or.gov/city/human-resources/careers/ and click “Apply for Jobs” to learn more about this job and how to apply.

About City of Springfield

The City of Springfield offers a dynamic landscape for career growth, fostering opportunities across diverse industries. Our professional landscape thrives on ambition and innovation, and the desire to give back to the community. Our city’s ethos of collaboration and excellence fosters an environment where ambitious individuals can thrive, supported by a robust network of businesses, educational institutions, and community organizations. Whether you’re forging a path in established industries or pioneering new frontiers, Springfield provides a fertile ground for career advancement and personal fulfillment, bringing a sense of community to your professional career. The City of Springfield has over 400 employees over seven departments. Benefits include enrolled employees and dependents have access to a FREE, on-site health and wellness center, generous medical package that includes $1,200 health reimbursement account, sick leave, vacation, holidays, gym membership, and participation in Oregon Public Employee’s Retirement (PERS).

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