Project Manager

In this role, you'll spearhead Major Maintenance (MM) and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget. You'll lead these projects from inception to completion, exercising creativity and technical expertise while making independent decisions that shape successful outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Leadership: Drive projects from the conceptual phase through to final acceptance, leading with innovation and precision.
• Team Oversight: Supervise and evaluate a dedicated team, guiding them through each phase of the project to ensure optimal performance.
• Agency Coordination: Collaborate with local and state agencies to streamline project execution and compliance.

• Project Management: Oversee projects from start to finish, including defining the scope of work, selecting consultants, reviewing design and construction plans, handling permits, and ensuring successful completion.
• Consultant Selection: Lead the process for choosing consultants with the Procurement Department, review bids and qualifications, and interview shortlisted vendors.
• Negotiations: Negotiate the scope and fees for professional services related to your projects.
• Technical Research: Conduct detailed technical research and find practical solutions to project challenges.
• Coordination: Work with County Departments and other stakeholders to advance projects. Serve as a liaison with local municipalities and third-party stakeholders.
• Oversight: Review pay applications from consultants and contractors, and visit project sites during design, permitting, and construction stages to ensure everything is on track.
• Customer Service: Provide excellent service while interacting with the public and addressing their concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

• Education & Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, or Structural Engineering, Architecture, Interior Design, or a closely related field, plus 2 years of relevant experience.
• Driver's License: Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Background Checks: Must pass an NCIC background check and obtain a fingerprint-based security clearance from the Lee County Sheriff's Office and State Attorney's Office.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional License: A professional license and degree in one of the fields listed (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Structural Engineering, Architecture, Interior Design, or a closely related field) is preferred.

• Building Codes & Regulations: Familiar with Florida Building Code (FBC), Life Safety, and ADA rules.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Project Management: Experience in managing building remodeling and construction projects is highly recommended.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of engineering principles, architecture, capital improvement projects, and construction management.
• Contract Documents: Ability to prepare, review, and interpret contract documents, plans, and specifications.
• Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office and other relevant software.
• Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Salary : $61,612 - $100,000