Agency: Department of Transportation
Working Title: CONSTRUCTION SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER - 55010719
Pay Plan: SES
Position Number: 55010719
Salary: $83,198.57-$107,668.73
Posting Closing Date: 01/05/2024
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STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION
854 / Construction
OPEN COMPETITIVE
SELECTED EXEMPT SERVICE
CONTACT PERSON: David Schweiger
CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: 954-934-1119
CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS: david.schweiger@dot.state.fl.us
ANTICIPATED BI-WEEKLY HIRING SALARY: $3,764.64
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The States total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
- Health insurance (over 90% employer paid)
- $25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)
- Dental, vision and supplemental insurances
- State of Florida retirement package
- Generous vacation and sick leave
- 10 paid holidays a year
- Career advancement opportunities
- Tuition waiver for public college courses
- Training opportunities
- Flexible work schedules and telework (for designated positions)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
For additional benefit information available to State of Florida employees, go to
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: You may be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS) unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.
THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES AND SUPPORTS EMPLOYMENT OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES. QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
In accordance with Section 110.112, Florida Statutes, and the Florida Department of Transportations Individuals with Disabilities Affirmative Action Plan, the agency is committed to ensuring affirmative action and equal employment opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities. Upon request and as appropriate, reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities may be provided. Please contact the Florida Department of Transportations Human Resources Office located at 605 Suwannee Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399, or call (850) 414-5300 for assistance.
This position requires a valid Class E driver license with an acceptable driving record in accordance with the Department's Drivers Record Requirements Policy. An unacceptable driving record is defined as any of the following: * three (3) or more moving violations in the past 3 years that accumulate 3 or more points per violation;
- any 2 convictions of reckless driving in the past 3 years;
- a suspension or revocation of the driver license for moving violations in the past 3 years; and
- a suspension or revocation for refusal to take a sobriety test, or any suspension or revocation for a DUI conviction in the past 4 years
POSITION DESCRIPTION: Performs highly advanced engineering work on multiple major projects of high complexity. Reviews the progress of contract work and manages contract staff assigned to respective projects. Assists in training and developing contract staff assigned to projects. Ensures contract staff properly administers all contract work for compliance with contract documents and Department policies and procedures. Ensures that projects are properly signed, and traffic is maintained satisfactorily by the approved Traffic Control Plans. Ensures that clear, accurate records are kept of all construction-related activities. Reviews and makes recommendations on construction-related claims. Provides technical assistance and related coordination activities to utility companies in construction phases.
Responsible for carrying out the program's strategic initiatives aimed at aligning the Departments goals with the program and ensuring resources are effectively utilized to create maximum value.
Participates in the review and selection of Consultant firms. Participates in the contract negotiation with selected Consultants. Performs consultant evaluation and provides expectations to staff for meeting program objectives. Develops manpower estimates, scope of services, technical questions, and other necessary materials for consultant selection. Reviews and recommends approval of monthly invoices and personnel action requests within the required timeframes.
Develops and manages training plans for staff to meet program needs such as internship program and/or construction trainee. Assigns work to contract staff and follows through on assignments to ensure timely completion by communicating regularly. Motivates, coaches, and guides contract staff to perform effectively and efficiently in their job duties.
Assists the Construction Office in reviewing, analyzing, and making decisions or recommendations on contract and engineering specification interpretation, scope and intent of contracts, time extensions, plans review, supplemental agreements, and claims or disputes.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of the concepts, terminology, principles, and analytical techniques of an engineering specialty area. Knowledge of engineering design, construction, production and/or operations. Skill in using engineering tools, equipment and/or instruments. Ability to analyze and interpret engineering data. Ability to plan, design, evaluate and investigate engineering works and systems. Ability to apply engineering quantitative techniques. Ability to direct, monitor and inspect engineering projects. Ability to solve problems relating to engineering. Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and schedule work assignments. Ability to determine work priorities, assign work, and ensure proper completion of work assignments. Ability to communicate engineering information effectively. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
REQUIRED LICENSURE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION: Registration as a Professional Engineer in accordance with chapter 471, Florida Statutes
OTHER JOB RELATED REQUIREMENTS: While on duty status, the incumbent of this position may be required to drive a state owned or leased vehicle to perform the duties of the position. A valid Class "E" driver's license is required
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.