Maintenance Project Coordinator - 5593

ATHENA Finance & Accounting • Contract • Fairfax, VA, US • $18 - $20 / hour • 2d ago

OVERVIEW OF ATHENA:

ATHENA Consulting is an award-winning staffing firm serving state and local governments. Our mission is to make lives better! We make our Clients’ Lives Easier by engaging and supporting our clients and partnering with them to be the most knowledgeable staffing partner. We make our Employees’ Lives Better by identifying and cultivating their talents and matching these talents with our customers’ needs. ATHENA places a high value on customer service, accountability and getting the job done.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are seeking a dedicated Contract Monitor to oversee and document all phases of contractor maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with contract specifications and safety regulations. This position involves regular field inspections, coordination with contractors and utility companies, and preparation of detailed reports and documentation. The ideal candidate will have experience in roadway maintenance and construction, contract administration, and emergency response operations. Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills are essential, along with the ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently. This position starts at $18-$20 per hour and is located in Fairfax

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Maintain Documentation and Communication: Prepare and review documentation covering contract activities, quantity and cost of work, progress, etc. Check and prepare progress reports and daily and weekly pay documents and submit them to the appropriate staff. Ensure contractors meet work zone safety and other safety requirements during maintenance operations. Communicate with contractors, public and utility companies. Respond to inquiries and concerns.
Emergency Operations: Operate light, medium, and heavy-duty equipment and perform heavy manual labor in emergency operations to include snow and ice removal, storm debris clean-up, accidents, etc.
Work Management: Demonstrate ability to manage several assignments at the same time. Occasionally, we will need to perform tasks outside of our normal role of responsibility. Encourage team building environment in the execution of duties. Keep supervisor updated on important developments and on work assignments. Skill in the use of automated construction management and financial software.
Thorough knowledge of roadway construction, maintenance, and repair techniques, practices and equipment.
Knowledge of inspection procedures is preferred.
Participate in developing department goals, objectives, and systems.
Participate in staff meetings and attend other meetings and seminars as assigned.
Recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures, to continually improve efficiency of the department and services performed.
Efficiently performs duties as assigned and works as a team within division and company.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Contract administration. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret contracts, road and bridge specifications, and associated regulations in highway maintenance.
Technical Knowledge. Ability to obtain Work Zone Safety and Flagging certification within 6-12 months of employment with the agency.
Contract specifications. Ability to understand contract specifications, scopes of work, engineering estimates, and perform mathematical calculations.
Leadership skills. Detailed knowledge of the management of people and their responsibility to communicate effectively and work together in teams with contractors and crew operations.
Experience in roadway maintenance, construction and equipment operations.
Experience in monitoring and inspecting contractors or overseeing the work of others.
Ability to collect and analyze data and prepare reports.
Skill in the use of computers and software programs.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and use sound judgment in making decisions.
Ability to communicate effectively in English with others orally and in writing and to resolve contract issues and inquiries proactively.
Proven, high-quality customer service (internal and external customers).
Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills within the English language.
Proven, high-quality customer service (internal and external customers).
Ability to work collaboratively.
Solid ability to analyze situations carefully and adopt appropriate courses of action.
Ability to understand and adhere to the duties, methods, and procedures required by the position.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize tasks.
Ability to effectively communicate to large and small group audiences.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

· High school diploma or equivalent is required; coursework or a degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field is a plus.

· 1-2 years of experience in roadway maintenance, construction, inspection, or contract monitoring.

· Hands-on experience with equipment operation and field documentation in a transportation or public works environment is preferred.

· Familiarity with interpreting contract documents, specifications, and safety regulations.

Physical Requirements:

· Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds at times.

· Standard hours of work: Monday through Friday, 7:00AM–3:30PM. Hours may vary during Spring/Summer seasons.

Must be able to lift and move up to 25 pounds at times.
Standard hours of work Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.
Travel may be required up to 10% of the time.

Successful ATHENA employees will display the following characteristics:

You strive to be the best in your field currently and in the future.
You like to make your employer look good.
You find solutions, where others only see problems.
You are proactive, you make and meet commitments, and you perform your duties exceedingly well.
You are aware of the employer’s needs at all times and are well-versed in what you personally and ATHENA can offer them as a whole.
You can work with diverse, integrated, deliverable-driven teams to accomplish the larger mission.

The benefits of working for ATHENA include:

Support from a team of professionals committed to making your life better.
Medical, dental and vision insurance.
Medical and dependent flexible spending account.
Pet insurance.
Mass transportation benefit for the Maryland and Washington, D.C. area.
401k with a generous employer match.
Easy to use employee self-serve HR portal.
Paid time off varies by contract – be sure to inquire with your Recruiter.
Holiday pay varies by contract – be sure to inquire with your Recruiter.

The statements in this Job Posting are intended to describe the general nature and minimum level of work required. The content should not be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required to meet the criteria for this position. Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Application for employment is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment and if hired, employment with the company is on an at-will basis and could be terminated at the will of either party.

ATHENA Consulting LLC does not discriminate in hiring based on federally protected classifications to include but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other characteristics protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Temporary

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

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