PROJECT MANAGER IV - 55003055

State of Florida • FL

75d • $74,641 - $96,595

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. 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. As a Project Manager IV in the Corridors Program Office, you will manage various projects with general supervision and serve as a contract manager for projects assigned to consultant firms. You will stay up-to-date on current processes and procedures, administrative and engineering policies relative to consultant contracts and plans production.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or its equivalent and four years of continuous employment experience or three years of higher education with a cumulative of 72 semester hours or 108 quarter hours.
• Knowledge of Florida Department of Transportation Project Management policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of principles, practices, laws and regulations governing the project development and design of transportation facilities.
• Knowledge of engineering design, construction, production and/or operations.
• Skill in using engineering tools, equipment and/or instruments.
• Skill in monitoring project schedules and coordinating phases of design.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in managing multiple priorities and making timely decisions.
• Skill in communicating effectively orally and in writing.
• Skill in developing scope of services and staff hour estimates.

Responsibilities

• Manages various types of Corridor Planning, Concept Development, Project Development, and Environmental (PD&E) Studies.
• Oversees, interacts, plans, and directs the work of concept development addressing multi-modal transportation needs.
• Coordinates phases of work between consultants and other disciplines to maintain schedules and projected production letting dates.
• Serves as a contract manager for projects assigned to consultant firms.
• Develops contract scope of services and coordinates activities related to initiation, advertisement, and execution of contracts.
• Coordinates, reviews and approves invoices.
• Prepares, coordinates and negotiates Supplemental Agreements as required.
• Conducts briefings for upper management, other Departments, elected and appointed officials, and the general public.
• Monitors projects for construction costs increases throughout the design phase.
• Provides periodic project status reports to management.
• Stays up-to-date on current processes and procedures, administrative and engineering policies relative to consultant contracts and plans production.

Benefits

• Health insurance (over 90% employer paid)
• $25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)
• Dental, vision and supplemental insurances
• State of Florida retirement package
• 10 paid holidays a year
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Career advancement opportunities
• Tuition waiver for public college courses
• A variety of training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees