Project Administrator - Transportation

Stanleygroup; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Member‑Owned

Paid Time Away

Health Insurance

Financial Health

Professional Growth

Stock ownership and 401(k)

Job summary

Stanley Consultants in Sarasota, FL is seeking a Project Administrator / Project Engineer to manage construction projects onsite. Responsibilities include directing inspectors, coordinating meetings, ensuring quality, and tracking progress and estimates.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree or equivalent experience, CTQP certifications, and a PE license. Strong communication, documentation, and safety focus are essential for successful client satisfaction and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or eight years of responsible and related engineering experience.
• Minimum two years of engineering experience in primary control of the construction of major road or bridge structures, overseeing two or more inspectors and support staff.
• Excellent visualization, communication and documentation skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet) and an individual capable of performing in an unsupervised capacity.
• Proven ability to distribute learned knowledge to client, contractor, other project personnel, inspectors, and material testing technicians.
• Ability to assist Senior Project Engineer / Construction Manager with many of their tasks and fill this role temporarily in their absence.
• Aptitude to act as a positive representative of Stanley Consultants and active participation in an outside professional organization or internal committee (e.g., Group Safety Committee, MAC).
• CTQP Final Estimates Level I and II
• FDOT Advanced MOT
• CTQP Quality Control Manager
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Quality control experience
• On time, on budget performance
• Safety orientation
• Client satisfaction focus

Responsibilities

• Receive general instructions regarding assignments and exercise initiative in solving construction problems.
• Direct and assign tasks to inspectors and assist in all phases of the CEI construction project.
• Prepare reports and coordinate project meetings.
• Assure the quality of the contractor’s work.
• Manage progress and final estimates throughout the project duration.
• Recognize construction problems and apply standard techniques to solve them.
• Recommend field changes to drawings and specifications.
• Supervise field inspection staff and assign tasks.
• Maintain daily contact with client and contractors to discuss activities.
• Attend construction meetings with client and contractors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication

Documentation

Unsupervised work

Safety orientation

Client satisfaction

PE license

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Internet

Job description

Project Administrator / Project Engineer

Location: Sarasota, Florida
Job Type: Onsite

Responsibilities

• Receive general instructions regarding assignments and exercise initiative and independent judgment in the solution of construction related work problems
• Direct and assign specific tasks to inspectors and assist in all phases of the CEI construction project
• Prepare reports and coordinate project meetings
• Assure the quality of the contractor’s work
• Manage progress and final estimates throughout the construction project duration
• Recognize construction problems and apply standard techniques and procedures to solve them
• Recommend field changes to drawings and specifications
• Supervise field inspection staff, directing and assigning specific tasks
• Maintain daily contact with client and contractors to discuss construction activities
• Attend construction meetings with client and contractors
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Key Skills

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or non‑degreed individuals must have eight (8) years of responsible and related engineering experience
• Minimum two (2) years of engineering experience in primary control of the construction of major road or bridge structures, overseeing two or more inspectors and support staff
• Excellent visualization, communication and documentation skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet) and an individual capable of performing in an unsupervised capacity
• Proven ability to distribute learned knowledge to client, contractor, other project personnel, inspectors, and material testing technicians
• Ability to assist Senior Project Engineer / Construction Manager with many of their tasks and fill this role temporarily in their absence
• Aptitude to act as a positive representative of Stanley Consultants and active participation in an outside professional organization or internal committee (e.g., Group Safety Committee, MAC)
• CTQP Final Estimates Level I and II
• FDOT Advanced MOT
• CTQP Quality Control Manager
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Quality control experience
• On time, on budget performance
• Safety orientation
• Client satisfaction focus

Physical Demands

The position requires the ability to work at and easily maneuver around construction sites in various weather conditions, lift and transport up to 50 lbs, and possibly climb ladders, scaffolding, or trenches. Fear of heights or confined spaces could create a significant hardship.

Other

This position may require some work assignments beyond the local area. Work hours are not defined and may vary week to week based on the times the general contractor is on site performing substantial work activities. The position will be required to operate a company vehicle and a mandatory prerequisite is maintaining an acceptable driving record.

Work‑Life Balance

We realize there’s more to life than just work. We help you meet the demands of work, family and personal life through several flexible options.

Benefits

• Member‑Owned
• Paid Time Away – numerous paid holidays, generous paid time off (PTO), parental leave, and professional development leave
• Health Insurance – medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, Doctor On Demand, wellness reimbursement, and mental health resources
• Financial Health – life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance, identity theft protection
• Professional Growth – tuition assistance, professional society membership, and more
• Financial Rewards – company stock ownership, generous 401(k) match, incentive compensation, and profit‑sharing contributions to retirement 401(k) plans

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Employees who have access to compensation information as part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.