Project Manager II - Engineering

City of Fort Lauderdale•Fl 33301, FL

About The Position

The Public Works Department is hiring an Engineering Project Manager to lead engineering initiatives, particularly water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This professional and administrative role involves planning, designing, and overseeing capital improvement and other municipal projects, including managing and inspecting engineering construction projects. A major emphasis is monitoring engineering and architectural consultants and contractors engaged in project design and construction. The position is in the bargaining unit represented by the Federation of Public Employees and is classified as Management Category III, with six additional Management Vacation Days and a $250 monthly vehicle allowance. The Project Manager II manages complex public works and utility projects through planning, design, permitting, bidding, construction, inspection, and warranty phases. The role oversees consultants and contractors, project scope, budget and schedule, procurement and contract administration, technical and regulatory reporting, and coordination with City departments and external parties. The employee may be required to work immediately before, during, or after an emergency and must be available for shifts assigned by department leadership. The position is generally sedentary, with periods of walking or standing.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or another related field.
At least three years of experience in construction management and/or public works engineering involving water and wastewater infrastructure.
Additional qualifying experience or job-related coursework at an accredited college or university may substitute year-for-year for one year of required experience.
To claim Veterans’ Preference, submit military separation papers (DD214) and service-connected disability documentation, if applicable, as required by Florida law.

Nice To Haves

Current Florida-registered Professional Engineer license, Certified Construction Manager credential, or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Responsibilities

Manage engineering consultants and contractors during design and construction of Community Investment projects; conduct site inspections and help ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and with quality assurance.
Manage multiple complex municipal public works and utility projects across planning, design, permitting, bidding, construction, inspection, and warranty phases, with a focus on water and wastewater infrastructure.
Develop construction-level engineering design plans and calculations.
Prepare, negotiate, execute, and manage task orders for professional consultants and contractors.
Prepare and oversee Requests for Proposals, Requests for Qualifications, and other bidding documents in compliance with municipal, state, and federal requirements.
Analyze and evaluate bids and recommend contract awards; prepare projects for bid by reviewing plans, specifications, and estimates.
Review and approve contractor and consultant pay requests.
Develop and monitor project scope, budgets, and schedules.
Prepare reports for upper management and stakeholders.
Provide technical information and guidance on municipal projects and resolve project-related issues.
Prepare required municipal, state, and federal reports for construction projects, as well as reports, memorandums, and correspondence related to contract and regulatory compliance.
Produce construction documents and specifications.
Coordinate projects with other City departments, external agencies, and applicants.
Draft commission memorandums for Commission approval.
Develop presentations and speak on behalf of City projects to homeowners associations, committees, and City Commission officials.
Perform related work as required.
Be available to work assigned shifts and, if required, immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency.