Assistant Project Manager-($1,000 Sign-On Incentive)

Orange County Government; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 104,243,000 - 135,534,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on incentive

Tuition reimbursement

Florida Retirement System (FRS)

Job summary

Orange County Government seeks an Assistant Project Manager to assist the Project Manager in planning, administrative management, project completion, client satisfaction, and financial outcomes for assigned contracts. The role acts as Project Manager in their absence and supervises ten or more staff in the Contracts Section.

Open to candidates in Orlando, FL with a Bachelor’s degree and PM experience. Salary offers pay grade 020 with consideration for incentives; duties include procurement,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of progressive experience in contracts administration, business administration, financial/budget administration and tracking, or construction and inspections of roadways and drainage maintenance work, and two (2) years of project management experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise at least three (3) Contract Administrators and eight (8) Engineering Inspectors, and oversee over 20 service and materials contracts.
• Assist in development of projects/contracts, proposals, cost estimates, budgets, timelines, and schedules.
• Perform administrative management of projects including procuring consultants/vendors, negotiating contracts, reporting, and monitoring.
• Conduct historical data research for effective projects and contracts planning.
• Assist in term contract preparation and management of maintenance and construction retrofit projects.
• Develop and track budgets, performance measures and report tracking for assigned contracts.
• Coordinate daily activities of assigned contracted projects and prepare bid documents; coordinate with Procurement for purchasing/contract issues.
• Coordinate with personnel to complete projects; maintain communications with team members, customers and vendors.
• Interact with citizens for project queries and timely resolution of inquiries.
• Participate in emergency preparation, response and recovery during hurricanes and adverse weather events.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Contract administration

Project coordination

Budget tracking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Building Construction, Business Administration, Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Databases

Job description

Overview

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.

Job Description

The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for assisting their assigned Project Manager in the planning, administrative management, project completion, client satisfaction, and financial outcome of assigned projects. The Assistant Project Manager will work with their assigned Project Manager to help achieve their respective project management objectives. Acts as the Project Manager in his or her absence. Work is performed with independence under the direction of the Project Manager or assigned supervisor and is reviewed on a regular basis through observations, conferences, and results achieved. This position is in the Contracts Section and has supervisory responsibilities of ten (10) or more staff.

Note:

This position is in the Contracts Section and has supervisory responsibilities of ten (10) or more staff.

Representative Duties/Assignments:

• Responsible for the supervision of at least three (3) Contract Administrators and eight (8) Engineering Inspectors, as well as over 20 service and materials contracts.
• Assists in the development of projects/contracts, proposals, cost estimates and budgets, timelines, and schedules.
• Performs administrative management of projects including procuring consultants/vendors, negotiating contracts, reporting, and monitoring.
• Conducts historical data research for effective projects and contracts planning.
• Assists in term contract preparation and management of maintenance and construction retrofit projects, including, but not limited to right of way mowing, landscape maintenance, street sweeping, stormwater pipe repairs and replacements, sidewalk repairs, curb and gutter repairs, stormwater pipe cleaning and inspection, etc.
• Responsible for the development and tracking of budgets, performance measures and report tracking for assigned contracts.
• Responsible for daily coordination of assigned contracted projects, initiations and preparation of bid documents, and timely coordination with the Procurement Division for the resolution of purchasing and contract issues.
• Assists in coordination with personnel (employees, contractors, etc.) necessary to complete projects. Maintains effective and productive communications with team members, internal/external customers and vendors.
• Interacts directly with citizens for specific projects and to ensure timely resolution of inquiries.
• Participation in emergency preparation, response and recovery during hurricanes and adverse weather events, as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Engineering, Building Construction, Business Administration, Management or Civil Engineering, or a closely related field, and three (3) years of progressive experience in contracts administration, business administration, financial/budget administration and tracking, or construction and inspections of roadways and drainage maintenance work, and two (2) years of project management experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

Preferences

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Power Point), and proficiency in computer usage and databases. Knowledge of contract scope preparation, FDOT specifications, management of staff, cost estimates, and budget preparation and tracking. Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing. Possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License.

Application Deadline

Open Date: 09/02/2026

Close Date: 09/11/2026

This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Salary Information

Pay Grade: 020 - From $36.38 to $47.30

FLSA Status: Exempt

Placement based on Education and Experience

This position may be eligible for a Sign-on Incentive. To learn more about our Sign-on Incentive Program visit our website at: http://www.ocfl.net/careers/#incentives Please note that current County employees are not eligible for a sign-on monetary incentive.

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays and up to 2 floating holidays annually.
• 18 days paid time off per year.
• Longevity bonus based on years of service.
• 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
• Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
• Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
• Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
• Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Earn service time to forgive student loans.

Disclaimer: Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements.

For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx

Veterans Preference

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder. Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.

Educational Requirements

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.

Address

Department: Public Works

Division: Roads & Drainage

Location: Public Works Complex

4200 S John Young Parkway

Orlando, FL 32839

Notes

Selected candidates will be required to provide employment references and will be required to complete a pre-employment drug, physical and background check.