PROJECT MANAGER - ROADWAY INFRASTRUCTURE

Job Overview This is professional engineering and project management work dealing with the planning, designing, coordinating and construction of all activities of roadway infrastructure, drainage, and other public right-of-way capital projects to ensure that goals and objectives are accomplished within prescribed time frames and funding parameters. Responsibilities Manage roadway infrastructure project work order proposals to determine project time frame, funding, procedures required to complete the project, staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources for various phases of the project. Review status reports prepared by project personnel and modify schedules or plans as required. Review professional services consultants’ proposals for completeness, scope appropriateness and compliance with City standards and specifications; negotiate proposals and manage contracts throughout the project life cycle. Develop scopes of work, resources, schedules, and cost estimates for projects with stakeholders, consultants, and project team. Control and track projects using Project Management Software (e.g., eBuilder) from planning to design, construction, and close-out. Identify risks to schedule, budget, or performance, and engage management to resolve issues and mitigate risks before they impact project delivery. Prepare project reports for the director or designee. Provide on-site project support as required. Visit and inspect project sites during different phases to ensure compliance with building plans and codes. Conferring with project personnel to provide technical advice and resolve problems. Manage the design and construction process through architects, engineers, and contractors, and coordinate with inspectors, design engineers, consultants, construction managers, and contractors to resolve on-site issues. Plan, assign, and review work of professional staff to ensure successful monitoring of architectural and engineering consultants and contractors engaged in the design and construction of roadway improvements and related public right‑of‑way projects. Conduct research of past practices, prepare reports, and provide recommendations. Assist with the development and implementation of contract processing procedures to ensure projects are completed in a timely manner and in compliance with applicable standards. Provide input into the development of the division’s budget and other special projects as assigned. Coordinate project activities with those of other governmental agencies. Serve as a liaison between the city, public utilities, permitting agencies, and other internal and external stakeholders for assigned projects. Support and participate in the public involvement and outreach process during the project lifecycle. Perform other related work as required. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field and four (4) years experience in the management of the design or construction of roadway infrastructure, drainage, or other public right‑of‑way engineering projects. Active or inactive registration as a Professional Engineer or a General Contractors license in the State of Florida is desirable. Experience in transportation projects is desirable. An equivalent combination of education and experience beyond a high school diploma or its equivalent and two (2) years of the required experience satisfies the minimum qualifications. Special Requirements Valid driver’s license: a State of Florida driver’s license (Class E or higher) must be presented prior to appointment and maintained throughout employment. Employees in this classification will be required to work various shifts, including nights, holidays, and weekends. #J-18808-Ljbffr City-of-Miami,-Fl