What are the responsibilities and job description for the Professional On Call Construction Field Rep position at Orange County Government?
Location
Convention Ctr Capital Plan
Overview
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
Convention Center Capital Planning is seeking well qualified applicants to apply for the role of On Call Professional Construction Project Field Representative. This position conducts observations of the assigned Capital Planning projects. Work is performed with considerable independence under the general direction of the Project Manager. Performance is reviewed through observations, conferences, reports and results achieved. Flexible schedule to include nights and weekends based on project schedules.
Representative Duties/Assignments
- Coordinate projects with designated Project Manager throughout the day
- Actively address tasks/assignments delegated by Capital Planning team members
- Conduct observations for compliance with plans and specifications
- Maintain accurate records of inspection activities and violations
- Complete a Daily Construction Observation Report for each assigned Project, including photographic summary, and submit the form to the project file and the Project Manager
- Post shift checklist review based on Project Manager collaboration
- Quality control and mitigate issues related to project responsibilities
- Coordinate with Building Operations (i.e. coordinate device outages for fire alarm, access control, HVAC, etc.)
- Coordinate and facilitate Contractor access to the project site/utilities, parking and laydown area
- Communicate project updates to end users as required
- Coordinate and confirm that punch list items are completed in a timely manner
- Maintain and organize project files
- Utilize Capital Planning computer system
- Perform other related work duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
High School Graduate or equivalent and;
Two (2) years of experience in the construction industry.
Or an Associate¿s, Bachelor¿s, Postgraduate, Technical degree or active contractor license in a construction related field
Mandatory Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida driver¿s license and provide own transportation if necessary
Must be available to work all shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays
Good verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
Preferences
Construction experience in General Assembly facilities such as convention centers, airports, arenas, hotels, hospitals and educational facilities; Construction experience in active facilities.
Application Deadline
Open Date: 05/28/2026
Close Date: 09/30/2026
This posting is subject to close without prior notice.
Salary Information
Pay Grade: 418 - From $22.51 to $33.76
FLSA Status:
Placement based on Education and Experience
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.
Address
Orange County Convention Center
9800 International Drive
Orlando, FL 32819
Notes
Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete the pre-employment drug, physical and background check.
Salary : $23 - $34