Project Manager II - Stormwater

Project Manager II

Drive projects. Deliver impact. Join us as a Project Manager II. The employee in this role performs advanced professional and administrative work of more than average difficulty, which will involve project management, design, permitting, contract negotiations, and construction engineering services for various stormwater and seawall projects. This position handles regulations and design in addition to project design/construction management.

Work requires advanced project management and technical skills and the ability to effectively communicate with consulting firms, contractors, and city property owners. Responsibilities include the management of numerous projects, simultaneously, in various stages of development including planning, consultant selection, design, construction management, inspection and warranty administration. This employment class is distinguished from the Project Manager I position by the larger scope and complexity of assigned projects, the additional experience and licensing requirements, and the level of independent decision-making required. Employees in this class perform a broad range of work assignments requiring the exercise of considerable initiative and independent judgment in assuring that activities meet high standards of service, are performed with the maximum effective use of resources, and that work is accomplished in accordance with accepted technical standards and in compliance with applicable rules, regulations and laws.

This job classification is included within the bargaining unit represented by Federation of Public Employees and therefore is subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Federation of Public Employees.

This is a Management Category III position which includes six (6) additional Management Vacation Days and a Vehicle Allowance of $250/month.

Essential job functions include preparing engineering designs, calculations, specifications, estimates, and technical reports for in-house design projects; preparing reports, memorandums, and related correspondence pertaining to contract and regulatory compliance; reviewing permit applications, specifications, shop drawings, and engineering plans developed by engineering consultants for city infrastructure projects to ascertain that the design meets city standards; monitoring and directing the work of engineering consultants and contractors engaged in the design, permitting, and construction of City utilities and various other infrastructure projects; managing, reviewing, and authorizing the engineering design and construction of complex municipal utility projects with a specific focus on stormwater improvements, as well as city-wide master planning/modeling; coordinating with other City departments, external agencies, and project stakeholders on City projects; providing input for developing/modifying City code provisions, engineering standard details, standard specifications; proposing solutions for problems of design, construction, or maintenance of municipal public facilities, preparing reports and making recommendations relating to the project and construction activities; providing direction to consultants, contractors, departments, stakeholders, and other appropriate staff to ensure communication with all parties from design of a project through construction and completion; working with inspectors to ensure that construction work is performed on schedule and in accordance with permit requirements and in compliance with established design, specifications, and contract agreements; preparing reports for upper management and stakeholder information; responding to inquiries from the public concerning drainage related matters; and performing related work as required.

Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or other appropriate technical field, and three (3) years of progressively responsible post-graduate experience in one or more of the following areas: planning, design and construction of public works projects; planning, design and construction of utility projects; planning, design and construction of private development projects; or other closely related project or construction experience. Preferences include at least three (3) years of experience in designing or managing municipal stormwater projects; or managing water, wastewater, or roadway projects; possession of a current license as a registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Florida (or EIT); possession of a current certification as a Certified Construction Manager (CCM); and possession of a current license as a General Contractor or certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP).

Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, inclusive employer and a Drug Free Workplace. The City of Fort Lauderdale does not discriminate based on age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Veterans' preference per Florida law.