PROJECT MANAGEMENT ENGINEERING SPECIALIST IV- 55009842

State of Florida

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system. To ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work. Unless explicitly requested, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited, and any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration. Candidates must be United States (U.S.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers. Visa sponsorship is not available. Our Mission The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities. Our Vision As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free. The Work You Will Do: Project Management Engineering Specialist IV /Office of Design/Production Support Office This position will assist with the development and implementation of a project performance monitoring program and assist with the identification of key performance indicators and metrics. Monitor, assess and report project performance data. Identify trends, performance issues, best practices, and lessons learned. Assist in managing Project Performance dashboard and reporting. The Difference You Will Make: Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication. How You Will Grow: FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses.

Requirements

Knowledge of Project Management concepts, principles and functions in the delivery of Transportation Systems.
Knowledge of basic training methods, principles and practices.
Knowledge of engineering and design standards, concepts, principles, and terminology in the delivery of Transportation Systems (from Planning through Maintenance).
Knowledge of Department’s production process for developing and delivering the Work Program.
Skilled in preparing written guidelines and procedures and other data and preparing said items in a clear and concise manner for the purpose of reporting.
Skilled in scheduling and coordinating meetings including online conferencing and statewide meetings.
Skilled in communicating technical information clearly, accurately and effectively both verbally and in writing.
Skilled in preparing clear and concisely written guidelines, procedures and other reports.
Skilled in developing and delivering training.
Ability to use a personal computer and applicable software for the collection, evaluation and presentation of data, procedures and training materials.
Ability to manage programs.
Ability to develop technical scope of services and staff hour estimates, negotiate staff hours, and manage a contract.
Ability to effectively communicate with individuals as well as groups.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with various personnel inside and outside of the Department.
Ability to work effectively in teams either as a participant, facilitator or leader.
Ability to identify training needs and prepare a training plan.
Ability to develop, assess and present quality training materials, and analyze training evaluations.
Ability to work independently and proactively, schedule resources effectively, plan, organize, manage and prioritize multiple work assignments, manage time, and meet deadlines.
Ability to adapt to and support various needs of the Project Management and Performance Section and the Office of Forecasting and Performance.
Two years of work experience and a high school diploma or its equivalent.

Responsibilities

Assist with the development and implementation of a project performance monitoring program.
Assist with the identification of key performance indicators and metrics.
Monitor, assess and report project performance data.
Identify trends, performance issues, best practices, and lessons learned.
Assist in managing Project Performance dashboard and reporting.
Assist with managing, monitoring and reporting for various Project Management programs including Errors and Omissions, Consultant Evaluations, Quality Assurance initiatives, and Scope of services, Staff Hour Guidelines and Staff Hour Forms.
Manage key performance indicators (KPIs) those programs, and assist with developing and managing associated websites, SharePoint sites, Teams pages, and any reporting dashboards.
Conduct Quality Assurance Reviews (QARs) as required.
Support special projects by providing project management support to other project managers.
Serve as Project Manager on special projects when assigned, keeping management informed of project schedule, budget, issues and status.
Assist with the development and delivery of Project Management training programs to support Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) project management activities for both in-house and consultant personnel.
Assist with the development, participation, and coordination of project management program activities in conferences, meetings, and trainings hosted by the Project Management and Performance Section and/or other FDOT offices.
Serve as backup to Statewide Administrator(s) of project management systems and programs.
Assist with responding to user questions and account issues, monitoring for system issues, and development of related training, tools, guidelines, help documents, and other resources, to inform and educate Department and consultant project managers on information related to project management systems and programs.