Project Manager

About the Department

The Public Works Project Manager/Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing the design, construction, and implementation of public works projects including infrastructure improvements, roadway and drainage systems, facilities, parks, and utilities. This position ensures projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and municipal standards.

Position Duties

• Manage and coordinate multiple capital improvement and maintenance projects from concept through completion.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets and cost estimates; monitor expenditures and progress.
• Assists the P/W Director in preparation and reviewing of plans, specifications, contracts, and bid documents in collaboration with consultants and contractors.
• Assists P/W Director for compliance with local, state and federal regulations, including environmental and safety requirements.
• Performs site inspections to include concrete, asphalt, drainage and landscaping.
• Organizes and participates in progress meetings.
• Prepare and presents reports, updates and recommendations to the Public Works Director.
• Assists the P/W Director with procurement, grant management and project accounting.
• Review change orders, pay applications and project closeout documentation.
• Assists with long-term capital improvement planning and public infrastructure assessments.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or related field a plus and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in public works, construction management or civil engineering projects preferably in a municipal setting. Management experience is highly desired.
Licensure/Certifications: 

• Valid Florida Driver’s License
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
• FDOT certifications in MOT, concrete, asphalt, landscaping inspection preferable.
• FDEP Qualified Stormwater Inspector license preferred.

Additional Qualifications:

• Must be computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD/GIS and specialized project management software programs
• Must maintain high ethical, honesty and moral standards. 
• Must be prepared and available to work during a hurricane in the Village’s EOC.
• Must be fluent in the English language.   Ability to communicate in Spanish is a plus.
• Must be a non-smoker.
• Applicants must complete all requirements established by the Village of Pinecrest for employment. This may include, but not limited to, a written examination, typing test, psychological screening to determine suitability for position, polygraph examination, comprehensive background investigation, and a job-related medical examination including a drug/alcohol screening test.
• The minimum qualifications may be waived by the Village Manager. 
• Ability to prioritize duties and meet department goals and deadlines.
• Ability and responsibility to effectively work independently, exercise discretion and independent judgment and maintain confidentiality and professionalism in the execution of duties.
• Ability to get along with others and work effectively and courteously with fellow workers, officials, other agencies and the public.

Other Qualifications

Instructions:  Please read carefully.  Failure to follow instructions may disqualify you from the selection process.

 Attach all required documents to your application each time you apply for a position with the Village of Pinecrest.  Documents which you may have previously uploaded remain in your profile but will not attach automatically and you will be deemed ineligible without the proper documentation. 

The following documents are required to be uploaded with your application:

1. A valid driver license from any state must be uploaded with application. 
2. Proof of education must be submitted with application.  Either a high school or GED certificate or university diploma.  If submitting transcripts, it must indicate that a degree was conferred. 
3. Complete the Disclosure and Authorization Form and attach to your employment application in pdf format. to obtain the form.  
4. Resumes are Optional and may be attached, but are not required and shall not be reviewed in place of the employment application.

Additionally, applicants must completely detail their work experience on the application, including but not limited to, dates of employment and reasons for leaving prior employment or risk being disqualified.  Veterans Preference: Veterans Preference is awarded in accordance with Florida State Statute 295.07. If veteran’s preference is being claimed, it must be indicated on the application form and proper documentation, including all forms DD-214 must be submitted with the application.  Prior to employment, successful completion of a background investigation will be required.  Depending upon the position, a medical examination and/or drug screen may be required.   Additionally, appointment to certain positions (including promotions or transfers) may be contingent upon submission of official transcripts.    

The Village of Pinecrest is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace

The Village of Pinecrest complies with the Equal Pay Act which requires that men and women in the same workplace be given equal pay for equal work.

The Village of Pinecrest participates in the E-Verify Program