Construction Project Manager - 55003726

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility, and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system.

The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state's economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida's environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state's communities.

As one FDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

Construction Project Manager/ District 1/District Maintenance/Bartow Operations Center

In this position, you will oversee highway and infrastructure construction projects to ensure they are completed safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with all specifications and regulations. You will manage contractor performance, coordinate with consultants and utility agencies, monitor construction progress, resolve field issues, and maintain clear and accurate documentation. You will also supervise field staff and consultants, participate in project planning and reviews, and communicate with stakeholders to ensure project goals are met efficiently.

Through cooperation, coordination, and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication.

FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency's learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based trainings and instructor-led courses.

District 1/Bartow Operations Center

2740 State Road 60 W. Bartow, FL 33830

$3,409.25 /biweekly

Your specific responsibilities include performing highly advanced engineering work on multiple major projects of high complexity, visiting construction projects regularly to review the progress of contract work and manage subordinate staff, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with all specifications and regulations, and ensuring that clear, accurate records are kept of all construction-related activities.

The successful candidate will have the following required knowledge, skills, and abilities: knowledge of concepts, terminology, principles, and analytical techniques of an engineering specialty area; skills in using engineering tools, equipment, and/or instruments; and the ability to analyze and interpret engineering data, plan, design, evaluate, and investigate engineering works and systems, apply engineering quantitative techniques, direct, monitor, and inspect engineering projects, solve problems relating to engineering, supervise people, determine work priorities, and communicate engineering information effectively.

This position requires certification in Final Estimates Level I, Final Estimates Level II, and QC (Quality Control) Manager through the Construction Training Qualification Program (CTQP) and Advanced Maintenance of Traffic. Must obtain within six (6) months and maintain thereafter. Other job-related requirements include driving a state-owned or leased vehicle, being responsive to emergency situations, adhering to the provisions and requirements of section 215.422, F.S., and maintaining an acceptable driving record.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or its equivalent, 2 years of experience in a related field, and a valid Class E driver license with an acceptable driving record.

The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including health insurance, life insurance, dental, vision, and supplemental insurances, state of Florida retirement package, 10 paid holidays a year, generous vacation and sick leave, career advancement opportunities, tuition waiver for public college courses, a variety of training opportunities, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

The Florida Department of Transportation values the service veterans and their family members have given to our country and supports the hiring of returning service members and military spouses. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 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 must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). 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.