Contract Coordinator I – Maintenance Contracts

State of Florida; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is hiring for a Contract Coordinator I in Palm Beach County. The role ensures contract compliance, administers work documents, and coordinates with vendors and internal teams to support timely contract execution.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications, possess a valid driver license, and may be involved in pre-work meetings and document preparation for renewals and maintenance agreements. CAD provides additional pay differentials.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 12 months of infrastructure design, construction, or maintenance experience; or an associate degree or higher.
• Valid Class E driver license with acceptable driving record.
• Be able to drive a state vehicle as required.
• Meet the qualifications in Title 49 CFR Part 391.11.

Responsibilities

• Oversees contractor activities on maintenance contracts to ensure contract documents and administration procedures are followed.
• Creates, issues, and verifies work documents indicating locations, pay item quantities, and start/end dates as required by contract.
• Conducts field reviews with contractors as needed.
• Assists with development of preliminary plans, specifications, and estimates for assigned contracts.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

MS Word & Excel

Contract oversight

Engineering terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree or higher

Job description

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is hiring for a Contract Coordinator I in Palm Beach County. The role ensures contract compliance, administers work documents, and coordinates with vendors and internal teams to support timely contract execution.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications, possess a valid driver license, and may be involved in pre-work meetings and document preparation for renewals and maintenance agreements. CAD provides additional pay differentials.