Transportation / Stormwater Design - Project Manager/administrator I - R14422

Job Title

Entry Level Transportation/Stormwater CIP Construction Project Support

About Our Job

This is entry level work responsible for support and assistance on small Transportation/Stormwater CIP construction projects with potential assistance on some large, major projects; this position has oversight of construction and design contracts as well as single or multiple small projects with similar size and scope parameters, and budgets. Projects may also involve other areas such as site work, utilities and stormwater, as well as some assistance in the design phase of projects. For the most part, the work and technical functions will be in-support of the Transportation/Stormwater Design Manager and other higher level Project Managers.

Manages small capital and operational designing projects within the Transportation/Stormwater Design group. Responsible through the Design Manager for the oversight of design contracts and projects as assigned by the County's administrative agent and capital projects management team. Responds as County representative throughout construction in regards to issues and is responsible for implementing County direction through contractual procedures. Manages construction and design contracts to ensure fulfillment of contractual obligations by engineers, architects, construction contractors, and consultants.

With assistance from the Design Manager and higher-level Project Managers, participates in teams consisting of internal stakeholders, engineers, inspectors, operational groups, and provides input to project team.to resolve disputes. Develops and maintains effective working relationships with inter-departmental agencies. Confers and coordinates with contractors, engineers, architects, inspectors and other parties to ensure County design/construction standards are adhered to. Assists in providing on-site resolution of construction or design problems and coordinates with other agencies for permitting and project certifications as needed.

Assists the Project Managers and works with Procurement to prepare solicitation for Professional Services, reviews proposals. Participates in the Professional Solicitation Review Committee (PSRC) as needed to select professional consultants. Helps to negotiate contract scope, budget, and schedule with selected consultant. Ensures contracts include all necessary work scope to complete project. Prepares project related correspondence. Coordinates notice-to-proceed with stakeholders, contractor, and consultants. Reviews design and construction proposals and approved contracts and coordinates consultant recommendations.

About You

Minimum Qualifications: A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Construction, Project Management or related field. Project experience can substitute for the required degree on a year-for-year basis depending on the type of experience. A valid Driver's License is required.

Preferred Qualifications: A minimum of 1- 2 years experience in project management or capital improvement project (CIP) management is preferred. Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification is preferred.

Job Competencies: Comprehensive experience in construction, contract administration, project management, and supervision of transportation projects. Sound judgment and decision making.

About Everything Else

Pay: $50,523.20 - $85,321.60

This Posting is currently Open Until Filled

Benefits

Enjoy great benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more!

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Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms and classes at multiple Sarasota County Government locations.

Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!)

Sarasota County Government promotes diversity and inclusion in its workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identification or expression, genetic information, religion, national origin, marital status, age or disability. A job applicant with a disability who requires reasonable accommodation to participate in the application/selection process is requested to make known the need for an accommodation to Human Resources or appropriate county staff members. For assistance with the application, please call 941-861-5353.

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