Project Coordinator

Project Coordinator - Technical

Are you energized by tackling complex engineering challenges, coordinating large-scale utility infrastructure projects, and working with diverse technical and operational experts? Join our team and help advance critical capital improvement initiatives that directly support our community's water, wastewater, reclaimed water, and related utility systems.

This role is responsible for oversight of field-based projects, multidisciplinary utility projects from concept through design, permitting, construction, and commissioning. You will collaborate with engineers, field operations staff, regulatory agencies, contractors, and municipal partners to ensure delivery of high-quality, technically sound, and operationally reliable infrastructure.

In this role, you won't just manage projects - you'll help shape them. You'll guide multidisciplinary utility projects from concept through design, permitting, construction, and commissioning. You will collaborate with engineers, field operations staff, regulatory agencies, contractors, and municipal partners to ensure delivery of high-quality, technically sound, and operationally reliable infrastructure.

This Project Coordinator - Technical (Project Coordinator) position is located at: 14 South Fort Harrison Avenue, Clearwater, FL 33756

Work Schedule: Monday Friday; 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Up to 2 days per week remote work is available.

What You Will Do

Project Management & Technical Coordination

• Lead and coordinate large-scale utility capital projects, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, and technical quality requirements are met.
• Review engineering plans, specifications, technical submittals, and construction documents to identify conflicts, design gaps, constructability concerns, and operational impacts.
• Work closely with engineering consultants, operations staff, inspectors, and contractors to resolve technical issues and reach consensus on design or field changes.
• Track project progress, anticipate issues, and recommend corrective actions to avoid delays or cost impacts.
• Provide technical evaluation of alternatives based on engineering analysis, operational realities, regulatory requirements, and long-term system needs.

Construction & Field Coordination

• Coordinate construction activities that may affect ongoing utility operations, customer service, or system reliability.
• Work with operations, maintenance, and field crews to minimize disruptions, plan shutdowns, sequence work, and ensure safe and efficient implementation
• Monitor construction progress, participate in field inspections, and verify adherence to approved plans and specifications.

Regulatory, Environmental, and Safety Oversight

• Identify project risks involving permitting, environmental compliance, safety, and regulatory exposure before they become significant issues.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies (e.g., DEP, EPA, FDOT, municipalities) to ensure timely approvals, compliance, and communication.

Stakeholder & Contractor Management

• Serve as a primary liaison with contractors, consultants, and partner agencies.
• Facilitate resolution of disagreements among project participants by grounding discussions in technical data, field conditions, and operational requirements.
• Represent PCU's interests and ensure contractual compliance, quality standards, and safety requirements.

Budgeting & Documentation

• Develop, track, and manage project budgets; perform cost estimates and evaluate change orders.
• Maintain accurate project schedules, records, and documentation in utilities project management software.
• Prepare reports and updates for management on project status, risks, and milestones.

Continuous Improvement

• Evaluate industry best practices, technologies, and emerging methods in utility engineering, construction, and operations.
• Participate as a technical contributor on cross-functional teams and internal working groups.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

What You Need

Education and Experience

Experience: Technical and professional Utilities Operations, including at least one (1) year of lead or supervisory responsibility.

Degree: Engineering, Environmental Science, Information Technology, Economics, or related field.

• 8+ years relevant experience (no degree).
• Associate's degree + 6+ years relevant experience.
• Bachelor's degree + 4+ years relevant experience.
• Master's degree + 2+ years relevant experience.
• Doctoral degree + some relevant experience.
• An equivalent combination of training and experience.
• CAPM or equivalent certification required.
• Valid Florida driver's license required.
• Must be able to work varied schedules during emergencies or special situations.

Highly Desirable

• Project Management Professional (PMP).
• Experience with utility capital improvement programs, construction management, engineering design review, or municipal infrastructure projects.

Why Choose Pinellas County?

When you join Pinellas County, you're not just taking on a jobyou're investing in your future. We believe in supporting our employees with exceptional benefits that help you thrive both professionally and personally. Here's why our benefits stand out as some of the best in the area:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy affordable medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and more that meet the needs of you and your family.
• Florida Retirement System (FRS): Secure your financial future with a robust retirement plan that gives you peace of mind as you plan for tomorrow.
• Generous leave time: Take advantage of time off to recharge and enjoy life outside of work.
• Wellness Program: Access to county gyms 24/7 and wellness programs as part of our commitment to employee wellness.
• Deferred compensation: Build your savings and plan for the future with flexible deferred compensation options tailored to your financial goals.

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