Construction Coordinator - (New Orleans, LA)

Incumbent will be an integral part of the daily operations, long range planning, and budgetary process for the department of Property and Facilities and will perform highly responsible, professional-level duties requiring a high degree of initiative and independent judgment. Duties include: design and write specifications for renovation and construction projects; coordinate pre-construction meetings with design consultant, contractor, subcontractors, and various deans, directors, and department heads; obtain cost estimates for projects; determine the scope, cost and feasibility of maintenance / construction projects; monitor construction safety; coordinate final inspections; prepare submittals for approval by State agencies, such as Office of Fire Marshall, for renovations and construction; interact with City and State safety officials in matters regarding the safety and conditions of buildings and equipment; direct the completion of construction projects, resolve problems, review work schedules