Project Manager I (Utilities Engineering)

Seminole County, FL•Sanford, FL

29d•$56,021 - $72,827•Onsite

About The Position

Under limited supervision, is responsible for the management of County contracted design and construction water, wastewater and reclaimed water projects for the Utilities Engineering Division. Salary will be determined depending on qualifications of candidates who exceed the minimum requirements as outlined within the job description. Additional compensation based on licensure.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED, and four (4) years' experience required; and demonstrated water and/or wastewater technical expertise.
Some examples of demonstrated technical expertise, include, but are not limited to: Florida-issued water distribution license or wastewater collection system certification,
Florida-issued water or wastewater operator license (C or higher),
Bachelor's (or higher) Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering from an ABET accredited curriculum., or
4 years of utility (water/wastewater) construction inspection or management experience.
A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and maintain accurate records.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License.
All employees must attend Seminole County Required Trainings.
Department Specific trainings per position may be required.

Responsibilities

Reviews engineering plans and specifications for system improvements.
Maintains compliance of existing utility permits compliance with federal, state, and local entities pertaining to water, wastewater or reclaim systems.
Develops Scope of Services, bid specifications, and oversees procurement requisitions for design or construction contracts. Ensures the appropriate planning, scheduling, design, bidding and construction methods resulting in efficient, regulatory compliant, reliable and operational water, wastewater and reclaim infrastructure.
During the review of utility projects, assists in coordinating utility engineering activities with other departments, divisions, outside agencies.
Enforce contract documents for quality and safe construction practices for all parties inclusive of traversing citizens in public right of ways and construction crews.
Responds to developer or MSBU inquiries, complaints and concerns.
May make recommendations to bring about consistency with established codes and regulations.
Ensures no pollutant discharge to public bodies of water and wetlands from construction activities.
Assists in coordination with regulatory agencies for both the Water and Wastewater sections.
May represent the Division and the Department at various meetings and conferences and may serve on local technical and advisory committees.
Supervises design process managers for water and wastewater design contracts. Manages construction support personnel overseeing the construction contractors, and construction engineering and inspection (CEI) contractors. Ensure compliance with permit clearances, warranty bond conditions and utility assets are put into service.
May utilize CAD, Hydraulic modeling and GIS programs for preparation of engineering drawings, sketches or maps.
Maintains familiarity with computer operations and data entry procedures as they pertain to utility conditional or operational assessment for asset management.
Performs periodic on site assessments of assigned projects. Coordinates and chairs project pre-con, progress and review meetings. Makes recommendations for corrective actions as necessary. Organize, directs, and supervises work activities in the areas of Capital Improvement Projects.
Schedules, coordinates, and directs water and wastewater projects and ensures their completion on schedule and on budget. Administers professional services contracts, negotiates changes in scope of work and approves field changes for capital projects as necessary. Prepares recommendations for the Division's budget and Capital Improvement Program. Has technical responsibility for interpreting, organizing, executing and coordinating assignments. Makes decisions and recommendations on engineering problems and methods, using best engineering practices.
Performs other related work as required.
In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties.

Benefits

County-paid benefits for employees
Competitive Wages: Our compensation system includes competitive hiring salaries.
Paid Time Off: New full-time employees accrue 20 days per year of Paid Time Off (16 days for 24-hour shift personnel). New part-time employees accrue 83 hours per year of Paid Time Off. Accrual rates increase with service time.
Paid Holidays: We observe 12 paid holidays which includes an employee birthday holiday and a floating Work/Life Day.
Bereavement Leave: Employees may receive up to one week paid leave per fiscal year for absence due to the death of an immediate family member.
Florida Retirement System: All employees in regularly established positions are automatically covered from the first day of employment. Seminole County makes contribution on behalf of the employee and the employee is also required to make a 3% contribution.
Employees Assistance Program: Our EAP provider can help employees and their families with issues such as personal/family matters, financial debt counseling, substance abuse, etc.
Training and Development Program: The Employee Learning Center provides training opportunities for employees which promote performance, enhance employees' work life experiences, and support the organization.
Employee Awards and Recognition: A program to reward outstanding performance and enhance service to the citizens of Seminole County.
Wellness Center: Includes exercise equipment, resource library, and educational programs.
Health Insurance: Health Insurance is effective the first of the month after completing 30 calendar days of employment. Seminole County offers a Point of Service (POS) plan. Dependent coverage is also available, the cost is split between the employee and employer. This benefit is not extended to part-time employees.
Life Insurance: Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employees, equal to one times annual salary. Not extended to part-time employees.
Long-Term Disability: Provides 60% of salary after 6 months of disability. Not extended to part-time employees.
Optional benefits (employee-paid) for full-time employees:
Deferred Compensation Plan (457): Employees may choose to have pre-tax payroll deductions made for deposit into this savings plan up to an IRS-established maximum.
Dental Insurance: A choice of 3 plans is available for employees and dependents at employee expense.
Additional Life Insurance: At employee expense, additional life insurance up to five times annual salary; dependent coverage also available.
Short-Term Disability Insurance: 60% of salary for the first six months of disability at employee expense.
Cancer and Specified Disease: Pays a benefit directly to the employee if being treated for this disease.
Flexible Spending Account: A pre-tax account for childcare and un-reimbursed medical expenses.
Pre-Tax Payroll Deductions: Under Section 125 of the IRS Code, certain payroll deductions for insurance coverage may be taken out prior to income being taxed.