State of Florida
FINAL ESTIMATES SPECIALIST I - 55006923
State of Florida, Orlando, Florida, us, 32885
STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATIONJOB POSTING DESCRIPTIONFINAL ESTIMATES SPECIALIST I - 55006923ANTICIPATED BI-WEEKLY HIRING SALARY:
$2,250.45Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. 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 insurancesState of Florida retirement packageGenerous vacation and sick leave10 paid holidays a yearTuition waiver for public college coursesTraining opportunitiesFlexible work schedules and telework (for designated positions)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)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!SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
You may 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.POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Assists senior staff by performing paraprofessional engineering and administrative work in highly technical assignments using design, construction, and auditing principles as related to creating and checking Final Estimates to ensure that the submittal packages and payments are in compliance with Florida Statutes and the policies and procedures of the Department.Assemble, check, reference and document pertinent field data into the final pay records for all assigned road and bridge contracts. Checks plans, specifications, and special provisions for special requirements and errors that could affect pay records and develop methods or alternatives for the Project Administrators to improve the Final Estimates process.At conclusion of each contract, assist and ensure that the final pay records are compiled along with as-built plans, source records; original and final computations, job files and other pertinent facts are presented as a final estimate package.Reviews earthwork quantities on all appropriate projects assigned and implements the steps necessary to analyze and develop the required survey letters, survey waivers and earthwork checks (original cross-section ground line checks).Assists project personnel by researching and providing guidance for obtaining procedurally correct records and documents, including reviews for accuracy of the field generated project quantities contained in monthly and final estimates. Conducts project field reviews periodically for assigned projects for completeness of Final Estimates documentation and quality assurance. Routinely coordinates with the contractor to review monthly and final estimate quantities proposed for payment. Processes monthly and final estimates.Schedules and participates in meetings as necessary, including a presentation of information at Final Estimates and Contract Administration meetings. Serves as the liaison between the Final Estimates office and project field offices.Runs Progress and Final Estimates for payments or contract closure using Project-PrC and the Electronic Estimate Delivery (EED) Program and coordinates with the Comptroller’s Office and the District Fiscal Office for payment or other issues. Prepares record retention paperwork for disposal of documents at the appropriate time frames. Assists in preparing various monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports for Department management.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of the concepts, terminology, principles and analytical techniques of Final Estimates. Knowledge of engineering design, construction, production and/or operations. Skill in using engineering tools, equipment and/or instruments. Ability to analyze and interpret engineering data. Ability to solve problems relating to engineering. Ability to perform technical engineering inspections. Ability to apply engineering quantitative techniques. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. Ability to communicate engineering information effectively. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Knowledge of Department policies and procedures relating to Final Estimates. Knowledge of the Final Estimates Process and Manuals. Ability to use a personal computer and department used software programs.REQUIRED LICENSURE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION:
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; 2 years' experience in a related field can substitute for the high school diploma or equivalency.AS A CANDIDATE, YOU MAY BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION (I.E. HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENCY, COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS, ETC.) TO VERIFY MEETING THESE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS.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.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.
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$2,250.45Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. 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 insurancesState of Florida retirement packageGenerous vacation and sick leave10 paid holidays a yearTuition waiver for public college coursesTraining opportunitiesFlexible work schedules and telework (for designated positions)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)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!SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
You may 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.POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Assists senior staff by performing paraprofessional engineering and administrative work in highly technical assignments using design, construction, and auditing principles as related to creating and checking Final Estimates to ensure that the submittal packages and payments are in compliance with Florida Statutes and the policies and procedures of the Department.Assemble, check, reference and document pertinent field data into the final pay records for all assigned road and bridge contracts. Checks plans, specifications, and special provisions for special requirements and errors that could affect pay records and develop methods or alternatives for the Project Administrators to improve the Final Estimates process.At conclusion of each contract, assist and ensure that the final pay records are compiled along with as-built plans, source records; original and final computations, job files and other pertinent facts are presented as a final estimate package.Reviews earthwork quantities on all appropriate projects assigned and implements the steps necessary to analyze and develop the required survey letters, survey waivers and earthwork checks (original cross-section ground line checks).Assists project personnel by researching and providing guidance for obtaining procedurally correct records and documents, including reviews for accuracy of the field generated project quantities contained in monthly and final estimates. Conducts project field reviews periodically for assigned projects for completeness of Final Estimates documentation and quality assurance. Routinely coordinates with the contractor to review monthly and final estimate quantities proposed for payment. Processes monthly and final estimates.Schedules and participates in meetings as necessary, including a presentation of information at Final Estimates and Contract Administration meetings. Serves as the liaison between the Final Estimates office and project field offices.Runs Progress and Final Estimates for payments or contract closure using Project-PrC and the Electronic Estimate Delivery (EED) Program and coordinates with the Comptroller’s Office and the District Fiscal Office for payment or other issues. Prepares record retention paperwork for disposal of documents at the appropriate time frames. Assists in preparing various monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports for Department management.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of the concepts, terminology, principles and analytical techniques of Final Estimates. Knowledge of engineering design, construction, production and/or operations. Skill in using engineering tools, equipment and/or instruments. Ability to analyze and interpret engineering data. Ability to solve problems relating to engineering. Ability to perform technical engineering inspections. Ability to apply engineering quantitative techniques. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. Ability to communicate engineering information effectively. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Knowledge of Department policies and procedures relating to Final Estimates. Knowledge of the Final Estimates Process and Manuals. Ability to use a personal computer and department used software programs.REQUIRED LICENSURE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION:
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; 2 years' experience in a related field can substitute for the high school diploma or equivalency.AS A CANDIDATE, YOU MAY BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION (I.E. HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENCY, COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS, ETC.) TO VERIFY MEETING THESE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS.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.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.
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