Construction Project Manager/Administrator - Roadway Specialty

Sarasota County Government

11d•$64,813 - $96,283

About The Position

Start Here. Grow Here. Stay Here. Sarasota County is a premier community where people choose to live, work, and play! The Capital Projects Project Management teams manage a robust program focused on roadway and stormwater infrastructure improvements throughout the county. Our projects include bridge rehabilitation and new construction, roadway widening and expansion, intersection enhancements, stormwater quality improvements, and countywide resurfacing contracts. We are 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! About This Role General Responsibilities include: 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 Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Requirements

To thrive in the Project Manager II role, you must have: 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.
To thrive in the Project Manager III role, you must have: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field AND five (5) years of related CIP experience -OR- Master’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field AND four (4) years of related CIP experience -OR- Project experience can 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

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

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!
Choose one of three great medical plans, including one with a $0 premium option, with completed preventative visits!
Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms 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.

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