About The Position

Sarasota County is seeking a candidate with strong written and verbal communication skills who can effectively convey technical information to non-technical audiences. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and a working knowledge of the Florida Department of Transportation Standard Specifications and Standard Plans are highly preferred. As a Construction Project Manager, you will work under the general direction of the Construction Manager and be responsible for all aspects of the project and oversight of assigned construction contracts. Apply today and be part of a team shaping the future of Sarasota County’s infrastructure!

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field AND three (3) years of related CIP experience -OR- Master’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field AND two (2) years of related CIP experience -OR- Project experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis depending on the type of experience
  • A valid Florida driver’s license at the time of hire.

Nice To Haves

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to effectively convey technical information to non-technical audiences
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Working knowledge of the Florida Department of Transportation Standard Specifications and Standard Plans
  • Possess a valid Professional Engineer (P.E.) license

Responsibilities

  • Contract administration and oversight of contractor operations
  • Conduct frequent field reviews to observe construction operations, temporary traffic control, erosion, and sediment controls, and meet with contractors or residents
  • Conduct preconstruction, progress, and pre-activity meetings
  • Prepare general correspondence, meeting minutes, agenda, etc.
  • Review for compliance and accuracy the construction schedule, daily reports of construction, test reports and material submittals, and permit requirements
  • Make recommendations for the resolution of project-related issues
  • Review and tabulate quantities for the monthly cut-off meeting
  • Provide utility coordination
  • Provide claim negotiation
  • Provide contract status reports for internal stakeholders and public consumption
  • Provide support/mentoring to lower-tiered project managers
  • Participate and/or lead in the Professional Solicitation Review Committee (PSRC), for the selection of Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) firms that provide contract administration and oversight services on highly complex projects
  • Participate and/or lead in negotiations for CEI contract scope, budget, and schedule with the selected firm
  • Monitor the CEI performance, burn rate, and monthly request for payment

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Long-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Florida Retirement System (FRS)
  • Free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations
  • 11 paid holidays
  • 3 personal days
  • 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Mid Level

Number of Employees

501-1,000 employees

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