Project Manager - Public Works

Our City is home to the Seminole Casino Coconut Creek, Butterfly World, and the Coconut Creek Promenade.  Every one of our business owners and 59,000 residents rely on our awesome 400 employees.  Are you ready to be one of us?

If you are interested in making a difference in the lives of others and serving the public; if you are innovative, progressive, dedicated, and looking for a workplace where you belong, consider applying to join our Coconut Creek family.   

GENERAL PURPOSE: 

Performs senior-level and experienced professional work in the Public Works Department.  Responsible for the management of capital projects and outlays. Work is performed under direction with considerable latitude.   Position relies on advanced level experience and exercises independent judgment to determine best approach by using and interpreting policies and procedures.  Position seeks technical guidance only on unusual or complex problems or issues.
 
* Please note the salary depends on qualifications. 

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the classification. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
 

• Manages multiple Capital Improvement Projects at all stages from planning through implementation which includes consultant selection, design, permitting, bidding, selection of contractors, coordination with regulatory agencies, construction management, contract administration, inspection, project closeout and warranty administration
• Authorizes and monitors the work of architectural and engineering consultants during the development of construction plans and as necessary during the construction phase of projects
• Supervises and coordinates the activities of Contractors engaged in a wide variety of new construction and renovation projects
• Assist with identifying potential grant opportunities, preparing and submitting grant applications, and manages grant-funded projects to completion and final closeout.
• Assist with coordinating and preparing cost estimates, specifications, and scope of services for the department's capital projects
• Prepares a wide variety of written documents to include project reports, project updates, cost analysis, correspondence, and City Commission agenda items
• Organizes and conducts community outreach to ensure community awareness of projects, allow for community input, and to address community concerns 
• Reviews shop drawings and change order requests to verify need and price
• Verifies and approves pay application requests from contractors and consultants, and ensures receipt of Final Releases of Liens 
• Performs other duties as assigned and/or required

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related discipline; supplemented by five (5) or more years’ experience in construction related project management; or an Associate’s degree supplemented by seven (7) or more years in construction management.

Must have a state of Florida driver’s license. Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Construction Manager (CCM), and/or LEED Green Associate credential is desirable.
 
*The City reserves the right to consider alternate combinations of education, certification, training, and/or experience.
 
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 
 

• Knowledge of the methods and practices of construction management
• Knowledge of construction law, regulations, and codes
• Skill in Microsoft Office products (Word, Outlook, and Excel) and government financial programs
• Skill in providing good customer service
• Ability to multi-task, assign, and prioritize assignments within the department
• Ability to analyze and define problems, identify alternative solutions, estimate consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals
• Ability to delegate, manage, and supervise effectively
• Ability to use critical thinking skills to arrive at solutions and suggest improvements to processes
• Ability to clearly communicate and understand information in English, both orally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Ability to regularly attend work and arrive punctually for designated work schedule

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 
Depending on functional area of assignment, tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort usually involving some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (up to 20 pounds). Usually involves some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, walking or standing. Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station and extended periods of time standing and/or walking.
 
ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS: 
Tasks are regularly performed inside and/or outside with potential for exposure to adverse conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, fumes and/or poor ventilation, wetness, humidity, rain, temperature, and noise extremes, machinery and/or moving vehicles, vibrations, electric currents, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, gases or chemicals, oils and other cutting fluids, violence and/or disease, or pathogenic substances.
 
SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:
Some tasks require manual dexterity, in addition to visual and hearing acuity. Some tasks may involve identifying and distinguishing colors.

Salary : $78,083 - $99,570