Construction Project Manager

Responsible for the management and coordination of contractors and professional resources for the purpose of developing and delivering assigned Capital Improvement Projects. Have the ability to articulate project needs in written format and possess an acute knowledge of the Florida Building Code, budgets, project scheduling and procurement procedures. Work is performed under supervision of department director or designee.
This professional and administrative position involves a moderate to complex level of understanding as it relates to knowledge of standard municipal procurement practices, planning, design and construction of capital improvement projects, (CIP). Projects generally include infrastructure as it relates to the job, city buildings, fire stations, parks, restroom buildings, boardwalks, ramps, seawalls or any other city assigned CIP project. Oversight and management of engineers, architects and contractors is essential.
Work is performed independently under general supervision. A high degree of enthusiasm and self-reliance is expected. This position reports to the Capital Improvements Manager and/or City Engineer.

• Preparation of procurement documents such as Invitations to Bid, (ITB), Requests for Proposals, (RFP), Requests for Qualifications, (RFQ), general Work Orders, (WO), Job Order Contracts, (JOC) and other essential procurement processes in compliance with municipal, state and federal requirements such as but not limited to the Consultants Competitive Negotiation Act, (CCNA).
• Create project budgets and schedules having the knowledge to provide project estimates.
• Provide technical guidance as it relates to plan development and city process.
• Support the procurement process in providing contract documents as required, creating bid advertisements, attendance of pre-bid meetings, evaluation of bids, input during the selection and vetting process, making recommendations and finalizing the contract documents.
• Coordinate the development of projects with the departments that will ultimately occupy or maintain the facilities being planned.
• Prepare, negotiate, execute and manage consultant task work orders.
• Assist the consultants with preparation of regulatory permitting and reports.
• Prepare for present and attend city council, zoning, parks and recreation or other board meetings as required for project approval.
• Manage the engineering and architectural consultants from the planning and design process throughout the construction contract administration phase of their work orders.
• Assist the consultants with preparation of regulatory permitting and reports.
• Review, approve and execute pay applications and invoices.
• Manage contractors on city projects, resolve conflicts and monitor progress of construction projects through the use onsite inspections and meetings as required.
• Manage the contractor's contract and performance through recommending corrective actions, coordinating change orders to contracts and contingencies and keeping stakeholders informed.
• Attend substantial and final inspections.
• Review project closeout documentation and warranties.

Knowledge of:

• Considerable knowledge in principles and practices of building construction.
• Procurement methods to include ITB, RFQ, RFP, JOC contracts and work orders
• Site infrastructure and design, (earthwork, dry utilities, wet utilities etc.).
• Considerable knowledge in Contract Administration.
• Regulatory Permitting and of Building Permitting
• Good knowledge of Florida D.O.T. Standards
• Strong knowledge of the Florida Building Code
• Understanding of Americans with Disabilities Act, (ADA).

Skilled in:

• Use of a variety of Microsoft Office Suite products to include Word, Excel, Project and Outlook, at an intermediate level.

Ability to:

• Work a flexible work schedule that includes weekdays, weekends and evenings as needed.
• Produce construction estimates and rough orders of magnitude with current pricing
• Produce construction schedules
• Interpret civil, structural and architectural drawings.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with consultants and contractors.
• Drive a city-owned vehicle per the established policies and procedures with regular safety training.

• Must possess a bachelors degree in project management or engineering.
• Three (3) years of direct experience managing three (3) or more verifiable complex projects with a public entity. Public entities shall be city, county, state, or related governmental authorities.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possession of a State of Florida license as an Architect, Engineer, or General Contractor.
• Possession of a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Additional experience is accepted as a minimum requirement in lieu of the postsecondary degree on the following basis: additional four (4) years in lieu of the bachelors degree, and additional two (2) years in lieu of an associate degree.

POST OFFER PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS :
Final offer and employment are contingent upon successful completion of the following post-offer, pre-employment screening items:

• Criminal Background Check
• Employment Verification
• Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) Check
• Physical Exam
• Drug and Alcohol Screening

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :

• Must possess a valid State of Florida Class "E" driver's license