PROJECT MANAGER III

Job Title

Under limited supervision, provides leadership and supervision for professional, technical, and administrative tasks associated with the design and construction of the Department's capital improvement projects and private (residential and commercial) development projects.

Salary: $38.03 Hourly

Location: 101 Church Street, 34741, Kissimmee, FL

Job Type: Full-Time

Closing Date: Continuous

Job Description

General statement of job: Under limited supervision, provides leadership and supervision for professional, technical, and administrative tasks associated with the design and construction of the Department's capital improvement projects and private (residential and commercial) development projects. This will involve the following:

• Managing the planning and design stages of construction projects.
• Contributing technical expertise to project drawings and designs.
• Performing cost calculations and preparing financial projections.
• Preparing work schedules in collaboration with the project manager and engineering manager.
• Liaising between contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers.
• Working with other government agencies including FDOT, DEP, SFWMD, Counties, Cities, etc.
• Overseeing construction engineering processes.
• Performing regular tests on materials and procedures to ensure compliance with industry regulations.
• Ensuring that the construction project is completed on time and within budget.
• Documenting processes and keeping detailed construction logs.
• Presenting construction project progress updates to senior managers.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions: Oversees engineering consultants, construction sites, general contractors, and workers to ensure a high level of quality and safety. Creates and reviews Requests for Information and Requests for Proposal and Change Orders. Guarantees that all work is performed in accordance with approved manuals and procedures. Ensures that the project is constructed and documented in accordance with the contract documents and good engineering practices. Provides technical support to Project Managers. Develops and maintains project cost/change controls, and project budget and accounting records. Performs change order estimating and assists the Project Manager in change order negotiations. Coordinates and monitors schedule updates, invoices, and submittals. Assists in managing and reviewing the progress of contractors' construction schedules. Reviews weekly and monthly reports on the status and progress of the contracts, including project costs and potential changes. Reports the status of projects to the engineering manager. Attend City Program meetings as needed including participation Metroplan. Manages plans review ensuring compliance with City code and ordinances. Reviews request for waivers from City code, right-of-way vacation requests, right-of-way utilization permits, underground utility and excavation/fill permit applications, as needed. Oversees the development of plans and specifications by the City's consultant and prepares periodic project status reports. Reviews development and/or design plans to provide interpretations of City code and ordinances and to ensure design plans are in compliance with City code and ordinances; performs site inspections to ensure project compliance with specs, contracts, schedules, codes and standards of quality & safety. Coordinates activities with other department divisions and City departments, developers, engineers, contractors, regulatory agencies, other utilities, customers, etc. Interprets ordinance and provides instruction and guidance to engineer technicians and inspectors for specific projects. Keeps abreast of regulatory changes, construction trends and technologies, participates in technical/professional society activities, and makes public presentations. Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns and complaints from City employees, agencies, and the general public regarding division activities and projects. Receives, reviews, prepares and/or submits various records and reports including plans and specifications, engineering drawings, technical reports, permit applications, contracts, pay requests, studies, analytical reports, field orders, work directives, impact assessment letters, project acceptance certificate, project reports, memos, correspondence, etc. Operates a vehicle and a variety of equipment such as a computer, calculator, two-way radio, telephone, fax machine, copier, auto-level, rod and other various survey equipment, etc. Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, other City department heads and employees, engineers, developers, utility companies, contractors, State and County government departments, regulatory personnel, business leaders, consultants, customers, and the general public. Conducts meetings with consulting engineers, contractors, citizens, and other governmental agencies to explain City Code, policies, and other related questions; prepares written responses to questions, inquiries, and problems, as necessary. Serves as the Department's representative on the MetroPlan Orlando Traffic Advisory Committee (TAC), attending monthly meetings and coordinating regional transportation initiatives, policies, and projects affecting the City. Serves as the Department's representative on the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Traffic Signal Management Operations (TSMO) Committee, attending monthly meetings and coordinating regional traffic signal operations and transportation system management initiatives. Administers the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Local Agency Program (LAP) for the Engineering Division by maintaining the agency organizational chart, coordinating required staff certifications, managing the GAP system, supporting agency certification requirements, and ensuring compliance with all applicable LAP policies, procedures, and training requirements. Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Education and Training

Requires a Bachelor's degree in environmental or civil engineering supplemented by a minimum of six (6) years of supervisory experience to include civil engineering project management, development engineering plan review, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must be licensed as a Professional Engineer in the State of Florida. This position is required to obtain FEMA 100,200,700, and 800 certifications within twelve months from the date of employment

Minimum Qualifications and Standards

Required Skill Requirements: Has thorough knowledge of the methods, procedures and policies of the Public Works and Engineering Department as they pertain to the performance of duties of the Engineer III. Has thorough knowledge of the organization of the Department and of related departments and agencies. Has considerable knowledge of the functions and interrelationships of the City and other governmental agencies. Is knowledgeable in the laws, ordinances, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Has thorough knowledge of civil and environmental engineering as applied to public infrastructure and utilities. Has knowledge of and skill in engineering design for municipal projects. Has thorough knowledge of the systems, equipment and resources required in the provision of municipal street and storm water services. Has thorough knowledge of all applicable codes and regulations, and is able to ensure compliance with such in all department projects. Is able to make sound, educated decisions. Has the ability to plan and develop department goals related to City purposes. Is able to provide effective leadership and limited supervision as assigned. Has the ability to offer assistance to co-workers and employees of other departments as required. Is able to take the initiative to complete the duties of the position without the need of direct supervision. Has the ability to plan, organize and prioritize daily assignments and work activities. Has the ability to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency. Is able to read and interpret complex materials pertaining to the responsibilities of the job. Is able to assemble and analyze information and make written reports and records in a concise, clear and effective manner. Has knowledge of the terminology and various professional languages used within the department. Knows how to maintain effective relationships with personnel of other departments, professionals and members of the public through contact and cooperation. Has the ability to communicate professionally in confrontational situations. Knows how to make public presentations. Has thorough knowledge of proper English usage, vocabulary, spelling and basic mathematics. Has knowledge of modern office practices and technology. Has knowledge of and skill in the use of computers for data and word processing, and engineering design. Has knowledge of applicable occupational hazards and safety precautions. Knows how to react calmly and quickly in emergency situations.

Physical Requirements

Must be physically able to operate a variety of machines and equipment including a computer, telephone, etc. Must be able to exert up to five pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for periods of time. Must be able to lift and/or carry weights of five to ten pounds. Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable functional, structural or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people or things. Requires the ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information. Includes receiving assignments and/or direction from supervisor. Requires ability to read a variety of technical, financial and legal documents, policies and procedures, manuals, contracts, etc. Requires the ability to prepare budget documents, engineering designs, project reports, correspondence, specifications, etc., with proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar, using all parts of speech. Requires the ability to speak with and before others with poise, voice control and confidence. Requires the ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; to deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Requires the ability to apply influence systems in staff