Coastal Environment Project Manager

St. Johns County • Vilano Beach, FL

22h • Onsite

About The Position

St. Johns County residents enjoy a healthy quality of life with many perks including one of the top rated public school systems in the State of Florida, miles of beach shoreline, peaceful estuary scenery of the St. Johns River, long established agriculture and equestrian scene, and the nation’s oldest city, historic St. Augustine. In 2019 St. Johns County was ranked the 10th fastest growing county in the United States showcasing that there is truly something for everyone in St. Johns County! The St. Johns County Coastal Management Team is under the direction of the Emergency Management Department, which is responsible for 42 miles of beach. The Coastal Environment Project Manager will provide day-to-day oversight on beach projects as well as manage multiple contractors conducting beach restoration operations. The ideal candidate must possess St. Johns County’s core values of Dedication, Openness, Adaptability, Visionary, Fiscal Responsibility, Integrity, Humility, and must work well in a collaborative team environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field such as environmental science, engineering, or construction management.
• Two to three years of relevant experience, such as coastal or environmental project management or related internships, sufficient to understand and support project activities independently or under supervision.
• Valid Florida driver’s license and ability to operate a truck with an attached trailer.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, proficiency in English (spoken and written), and competence using office and project management software.
• Three to five years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated leadership of at least three major projects.
• Experience in grant management, budget oversight, and team mentorship.
• Five or more years of progressively responsible experience in coastal or environmental project management.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related course of study.
• An equivalent combination of education, related credentialing and certifications, and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the work of subordinate positions to be able to answer questions and resolve problems, associated with two to four years of experience or service.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license and any other endorsements necessary to legally operate vehicles used while assigned to this position.
• Must possess good interpersonal and communication skills to serve others.
• Must be able to comprehend, speak and write the English language.
• Must be able to operate a computer.

Nice To Haves

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (preferred).
• A Master’s degree (preferred) and PMP certification (required).
• Additional certifications or higher education degree, such as PE, PhD, CEP, CRC, CFM, PWS, ERP, or LEED credentials.
• Proven leadership in managing complex, high-profile projects and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from initiation to completion, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and under budget.
• Serve as the main point of contact for clients, contractors, and local authorities to ensure smooth project operations.
• Manage Project Specialists, providing mentorship and ensuring their professional development.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure the successful delivery of projects.
• Oversee compliance with local, state, and federal environmental laws, ensuring projects meet regulatory standards.
• Prepare project budgets, monitor expenditures, and ensure financial reporting is accurate and timely.
• Assists with special projects in coordination with County Departments and other governmental agencies.
• Presents to the Board; represents the County at public meetings; addresses the concerns of elected and appointed officials and members of the public regarding special projects; produces presentations, reports, maps, and GIS data layers.
• Assists with the preparation of permits and regulatory documents.
• Researches, prepares, monitors, and manages grant applications and grant-funded projects.
• Develop requests for proposals and qualifications.
• Coordinates project records and documentation management.
• Coordinates recovery efforts and documentation following emergencies and disaster events.
• Maintains a full-time presence on the job.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Develop, implement, and manage project plans including scope, objectives, timelines, deliverables, and resource allocation.
• Monitor and track projects progress, ensuring goals are met and adjusting as necessary.
• Coordinated cross-functional project teams, including staff, consultants, contractors, and external partners.
• Prepare and present project status reports, updates, and recommendations to management, elected officials, and stakeholders.
• Manage project budgets, monitor expenditures, and ensure compliance with funding and procurement requirements.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize project impacts.
• Facilitate meetings, public presentations, and stakeholder engagement sessions as required.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations and policies.
• Conduct post-project evaluations and recommend process improvements for future initiatives
• Maintains a full-time presence on the job.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• St. Johns County Coastal Management offers a structured project management career track that includes three progressive levels: Junior Project Manager, Project Manager, and Senior Project Manager.
• drug free workplace
• equal opportunity employer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level