PROJECT MANAGER III

Job Posting Description Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website. Requisition No:878671 Agency: Department of Transportation Working Title: PROJECT MANAGER III - 55005204 State of Florida Department of Transportation Internal Agency Only current department of transportation employees will be considered for this position. Employment Type Full‑Time Contact Phone Number: View phone number on click.appcast.io Salary Range (Biweekly) $2,378.56 - $3,078.13 biweekly range Salary Range (Annual) $61,842.45 - $80,031.41 annual range Location Lake City FL 32025 Your Specific Responsibilities Manages design projects under close supervision of a unit manager. These projects are assigned to consultant firms and are rural highway capacity projects, interstate resurfacing projects, urban arterial resurfacing projects, intersection improvement safety enhancement, bridge painting, drainage improvement, landscaping, maintenance repair, bike/pedestrian improvement and other similar type projects. Manages projects in the production phase having minimal project visibility, impact, or risk; and requiring reporting and communication with the department senior management. Coordinates phases of work between consultants and other disciplines (Right of Way, Testing Lab, Traffic Operations, Planning, Drainage, etcetera) to maintain schedules and projected production letting dates. Coordinates review of work packages of consultants such as Line & Grade submittals, Initial Plans Review, Final Plans Review, Structure Plans, Bridge Development Report, Bridge Hydraulic Recommendation, Pond Siting Report, Pavement Constructability, and other various technical report and submittals as required from the Design consultant. Serves as a contract manager for design projects assigned to consultant firms. Develop contract scope of services and coordinate activities related to initiation, advertisement, rate negotiation and execution of contracts. Coordinate with discipline Project Managers for the preparation of project-specific scope of services, staff hour estimates, consultant staff hour negotiations, contract execution and maintenance. Coordinates, reviews and approves invoices. Prepares, coordinates and negotiates Supplemental Agreements as required. Coordinates with Professional Services Unit to ensure all contractual processing meets Department criteria. Stays up-to-date on current design processes and procedures, administrative and engineering policies relative to consultant contracts and plans production. Advises and assists consultants in application and determination of geometric design, traffic analysis, plans quantity calculations, cost analysis, pavement structure design and interpretation of engineering policy and overall plans preparation. Monitors projects for construction costs increases throughout the design phase. Teams with Program Management Department to ensure Work Program implementation. Attends meetings and field reviews, communicates with public and private parties as required. Provides periodic project status reports to management. The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: Florida Department of Transportation (Department) Project Management policies and procedures. Principles, practices, laws and regulations governing the project development and design of transportation facilities. Engineering design, construction, production and/or operations. Problem solving and research techniques. Skills in: Using engineering tools, equipment and/or instruments. Monitoring project schedules and coordinating phases of design. Reviewing, analyzing and negotiating contracts, claims or time extensions. Managing multiple priorities and making timely decisions to keep projects within budget and meet department requirements. Developing scope of services and staff hour estimates and negotiating staff hours. Reviewing technical data. Ability to: Work with the public, consultants, government officials and regulatory agencies to maintain effective working relationships. Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Analyze and interpret technical data. Utilize a personal computer. Prepare and review technical reports. Other Job-Related Requirements This position will be required to respond before, during, and following emergency situations. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or its equivalent and two years of continuous employment experience or two years of higher education with a cumulative of 48 semester hours or 72 quarter hours. Schedule and Compensation Includes 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 Tuition waiver for public college courses Special Requirements You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS), unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. Veterans Preference and Support The Florida Department of Transportation values the service veterans and their family members have given to our country and supports the hiring of returning service members and military spouses. If you are a preference‑eligible applicant who receives notice of a hiring decision and believe that you were not afforded employment preference in accordance with applicable Florida law and regulation, you may file a written complaint within 60 calendar days from the date you receive the notice. Accommodation for Disabilities Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center View phone number on click.appcast.io). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. Drug‑Free Workplace Policy The State of Florida supports a Drug‑Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug‑Free Workplace Act. General Information For assistance, call the People First Service Center at View phone number on click.appcast.io Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time. Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr