Project Manager - Capital Improvement

Project management and construction oversight of specific Capital Improvement Plan roadway, bridge, building, storm water, parks, and utility projects. Primary function is to manage and review the various activities, and more specifically County Code, Specifications and Standards compliance of contractors, consultants, and staff in the planning, design, and construction of capital improvement and infrastructure preservation projects.  Complex technical and professional work requires considerable contact with grant agencies, utilities, and other County departments as well as public and private individuals and organizations. A good level of independent professional judgment and decision making is essential.
 In the event of a natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.(Note: The listed duties are illustrative only and are not intended to describe each and every function, which may be performed in the job class. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.)
 
Reports to and assists the division manager in planning and administering the activities of division and department objectives.
 
Reviews site plans, construction plans, storm water reports, geotechnical engineering reports, environmental impact reports, traffic studies, and cost estimates.
 
Coordinates permit application process and requirements with other divisions, agencies and departments.
 
Checks project construction plans for conformance with County, FDOT standards; and industry standards.
 
Identifies proposed right-of-way needs and coordinates acquisition of temporary and permanent easements.
 
Liaisons with utility companies and their agents in the construction and relocation of facilities. Oversees the preparation of construction drawings and specifications and prepares bid documents.
 
Responsible for all project reviews including design, quality control, value engineering and constructability.
 
Prepares scope item quantity calculations cost estimates and prepares request for proposals; Reviews and negotiates proposals. 
 
Negotiates various proposals, contracts, agreements and change orders necessary for the successful completion of the project. 
 
Conducts planning and design meetings, pre-bid meetings, pre- construction meetings, construction progress meetings. 
 
Monitors construction schedules for expenditures and timeliness and compliance with capital projects budget.  Directs the activities of the project from start to finish; develops progress reports and analysis to insure that the project is on schedule and within budget. 
 
Conducts assistance of field engineering and provides cost and time efficient solutions to the Project Manager for assigned projects.
 
Shall have thorough knowledge of County Code & Standards, regulatory & permitting requirements, and Contract requirements to make Contract decisions in the field on behalf of the Division.
 
Performs extensive field engineering and oversight of construction.
 
Performs Quality Control assistance to the design team during the design phase of construction drawings development for bidding and construction.
 
Experienced in the area of project management and administration from the development phase through implementation phase. 
 
Performs project close-out, including reviewing As-Builts drawings, warranties, construction permit certifications, and coordinating with maintaining agencies for project turnover into operation.
 
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
(Note: The knowledge, skills, and abilities identified in this class specification represent those needed to perform the duties of this class. Additional knowledge, skills and abilities may be applicable for individual positions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
 
Knowledge of grant oversight, design, bidding, and construction for roadway, drainage, utility, building, and parks capital projects.
 
Knowledge of construction processes and procedures, materials, methods, and equipment as they relate to civil engineering projects.
 
Knowledge of local, state and federal permitting criteria. 
 
Knowledge of construction inspection methods, change orders, review and processing of pay requests.
 
Knowledge of computer hardware and software programs utilized in the performance of job related tasks. 
 
Ability to plan and direct the work of professional engineers, technicians, contractors, and inspectors in a manner conducive to effective performance.
 
Ability to apply engineering knowledge of specific administrative and technical problems.
 
Ability to identify or make changes to projects as needed in response to unanticipated events that may affect the success of the project.   
 
Ability to understand planning studies and to analyze information and formulate substantive recommendations based upon such studies. 
 
Ability to interpret construction plans for roadway, bridge, drainage, storm water treatment area, building, utility, parks, and landscape projects. 
 
Ability to estimate quantities and costs for construction of proposed projects. 
 
Ability to review and recommend approval of plans and specifications prepared by others. 
 
Ability to present ideas and design proposals graphically, verbally, and in writing to Elected Officials, Administration, County staff, other governmental agencies, and the public.

Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field and five (5) years responsible experience in review, design, and/or construction of public works projects.

Additional qualifying education and/or experience which provide the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted one for the other on a year for year basis.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License

Florida Department of Transportation Temporary Traffic Control Certification within one (1) year of hire.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction)

Acceptable hearing (with or without correction)

Ability to sit for long periods of time

Ability to navigate construction sites 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed frequently indoors and outdoors.

Work involves frequent interaction with people.

Salary : $69,862 - $115,272