Project Manager II - Capital Projects

City-of-Fort-Lauderdale,-Fl; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Fort Lauderdale is seeking a Project Manager II in the Capital Projects Department to oversee planning, design, and construction of capital improvements. The role focuses on managing engineering/architectural consultants and contractors, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and regulatory compliance.

The position emphasizes coordinating with multiple city departments, producing reports, and guiding project scope and schedule while navigating union-represented employee

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture, civil engineering, or related field.
• Three (3) years of experience in construction management, engineering, architecture, and/or transportation project implementation.
• Additional qualifying experience or coursework may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience or education.
• To claim Veterans’ Preference, attach military separation papers (DD214) and disability documentation if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Manages engineering and architectural consultants and contractors during design and construction, ensuring projects are on time, on budget, and meet quality assurance.
• Prepares, negotiates, executes, and manages task orders for professional consultants and contractors.
• Prepares bidding documents (RFP/RFQ) and other procurement documents in compliance with codes.
• Reviews and approves contractor and consultant pay requests and invoices.
• Develops and monitors project scope, budget, and schedule.

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture, civil engineering or related field

Job description

The Capital Projects Department seeks a Project Manager II.

This is professional and administrative work that includes the planning, design, and construction of capital improvement projects as well as oversight of a wide variety of projects. This position supports managing and inspecting engineering construction projects or transportation and mobility projects within a City Department. A major emphasis is monitoring the work of engineering and architectural consultants and contractors engaged in the design and construction of a wide variety of projects.

This job classification is included within the bargaining unit represented by Federation of Public Employees and therefore is subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Federation of Public Employees.

This is a Management Category III position which includes six (6) additional Management Vacation Days and a Vehicle Allowance of $250/month. Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

• Manages engineering and architectural consultants and contractors during the design and construction of various projects; ensures projects are completed on time, on budget, and with quality assurance
• Prepares, negotiates, executes, and manages task orders for professional consultants and contractors
• Prepares and oversees the preparation of Requests for Proposals (RFP), Requests for Qualifications (RFQ), and other bidding documents for a variety of services and resources in compliance with municipal, state, and federal code requirements
• Provides analysis, evaluation, and recommendation for award of contract; prepares projects for bid, including reviewing of plans, specifications, and estimates
• Reviews and approves contractor and consultant pay requests and invoices
• Develops and monitors project scope, budget, and schedule
• Prepares reports for upper management and stakeholder information
• Provides technical information and guidance on municipal projects; resolves project related issues
• Prepares required municipal, state, and federal reports for various construction projects; prepares reports, memorandums, and related correspondence; and coordinates related permits to ensure contract and regulatory compliance
• Produces construction documents and specifications
• Coordinates with other City departments, external agencies and applicants on projects
• May conduct studies, compile and analyze transportation planning and traffic engineering project data and prepare a comprehensive transportation planning program
• May review traffic operational and safety study analysis, traffic calming implementation, maintenance of traffic plan review, traffic investigations and signing, pavement marking and signalization modifications to the existing road network
• Drafts commission memorandum for Commission approval
• Performs related work as required.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

1. Bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture, civil engineering or related field.
2. Three (3) years of experience in construction management, engineering, architecture, and/or transportation project implementation.
3. Additional qualifying experience or completion of coursework at an accredited college or university in a job-related field, may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience or education.

4. To claim Veterans’ Preference, candidates must attach to the application a copy of military separation papers (DD214) and service-connected disability documentation (if applicable) to meet eligibility requirements as stipulated by Florida Statues. For additional information, please refer to theFlorida Department of Veterans' Affairs. (link:https://floridavets.org/benefits-services/veterans-preference/)

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Registered Architect in the State of Florida
2. Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Florida
3. Certified Construction Manager
4. Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP)

As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.

PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The position is generally sedentary. Employees sit most of the time but may will spend periods of time walking or standing for brief periods of time. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The City of Fort Lauderdale receives a high volume of applications, so not every applicantwhomeetstheminimumqualificationswillbeguaranteedaninterview. Candidatesareselectedforinterviewsbasedon howcloselytheireducationand work experience match the specific requirements of the position.

Applicants will be subject to an extensive selection and screening process, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written; oral and performance-based testing; skills assessment; interview; employment check, background investigation; medical examination; and drug screen. For Public Safety positions, the process additionally includes polygraph examinations and psychological evaluations. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.

All applicants, including current City of Fort Lauderdale employees, need to fully detail their work experience on the employment application. Applicants must ensure that all required documents submitted are in a format that is acceptable, clear, and legible. It is the applicant’s responsibility to update their online profile with accurate personal information, work history, education, and certifications each time they submit a new application. Incomplete applications may result in disqualification.

The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Veteran’s Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace.