Construction Project Coordinator - $1000.00 Sign-On Incentive

Overview

• May have the ability to perform duties in a remote hybrid setting**
  
  
  

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.

Job Description

General Functions

Performs professional and administrative work coordinating design and construction projects. Assists the Project Manager in observing and monitoring consultants' and contractors' work, services, and activities to determine conformance, compliance and completion of contract requirements. Supervision is received from the Project Manager and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and results achieved.

Representative Duties/Assignments

• Demonstrates knowledge of principles, techniques, materials, and equipment used in building construction.
• Monitors progress of both design and construction services.
• Prepares construction observation reports relating to all aspects of design and construction projects.
• Conducts routine site inspections.
• Assists with substantial completion, final inspection, and warranty repairs of projects.
• Assists in the approval process of requisitions and payments to architects, engineers, contractors, and other contracting parties.
• Assists in ensuring fulfillment of contractual obligations by architects, engineers, and contractors.
• Assists with the purchase coordination of necessary products not specified in the construction contract bid that will be required to complete the project.
• Assists in solving problems and administrative matters for the Project Manager.
• Drafts reports and assists in the review of programming, design development, and construction documents.
• Understands and applies pertinent County rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as required.
  
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Building Construction, Architecture, Engineering or a closely related field and one year of responsible experience as: an owners' representative, project facilitator, construction manager or design and construction contracting experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant education, training or experience.

Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, and has the ability to effectively facilitate meetings.

Preferences

Experience in construction including new buildings, interior alterations, facility improvements (HVAC upgrades, re-roofs, etc.), parks, etc.

Experience with construction software, preferably e-Builder.

Application Deadline

Open Date: 03/17/2026

Close Date: 03/31/2026

This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Salary Information

Pay Grade: 017 - From $28.21 to $36.66

FLSA Status: Exempt

Placement based on Education and Experience

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays and up to 2 floating holidays annually.
• 18 days paid time off per year.
• Longevity bonus based on years of service.
• 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
• Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
• Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
• Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
• Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Earn service time to forgive student loans.
  
  
  

Disclaimer: Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements.

For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx

Veterans Preference

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder.

Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.

Educational Requirements

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense. #INDHP

Address

400 E. South St.

Orlando, FL 32801

Notes

Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete the pre-employment drug, physical and background check.

May have opportunity to be a assigned a company vehicle.

• This is a reposting previous applicants need not reapply to be considered***