At the South Florida Water Management District (District), we are committed tomaking Florida a better place to live and work! The District is a regionalgovernmental agency that manages the water resources in the central and southernpart of the state. It operates over 2,000 miles of canals and levees, hundreds ofwater control structures, and dozens of pump stations to provide flood protectionfor over 9 million residents.
Projects include pump stations, water control structures, reservoirs, stormwater treatment areas and associated works. Incumbent will manage several related or similar projects simultaneously. Collaborates with technical representatives from other federal and state governing agencies associated with a project such as theDepartment of Environmental Protection and the US Army Corps of Engineers. Follows state-wide consistencies for engineering / construction initiatives with the other
Water Management Districts.
The District is seeking seasoned technical Engineering/Construction Manager accountable for managing multiple, projects and proactively manages multiple projects from conceptual design phase through close-out phase and applies a fiscally conservative direction for managing construction costs, financial resources andhuman resources. Uses the appropriate metrics and benchmarks to measure thesuccess of each project. Ensures all project budgets are developed in accordancewith Budget Bureau standards, and accurately reflect financial requirements tocomplete the project.
Consolidates all engineering and construction design specifications and requirements into one comprehensive management plan for each assigned project. This includes detailed informationfor planning, estimating, cost/time/quality management, contract administration, change orders,project controls, compliance and permitting, and safety management. Throughout all phases of a project, incumbent applies proactive and predictive analysistechniques to identify issues/problems/flaws and
takes the appropriate actions steps forresolution. Demonstrated analytical effectiveness has been developed based on constructionproject experience (e.g., project size/scope/complexity and structure type). Conductsconstructability reviews and construction-site inspections throughout all project phases.
Leads a team of specialists with clearly defined roles and responsibilities to complete eachproject. Team includes but is not limited to engineers, cost estimators, inspectors, safetyspecialists, and contractors. Ensures compliance with all environmental, building and safetyregulations and codes from federal, state, county and/or municipal level. Provides guidance andmentors one, or more, junior level engineering/construction managers.
Manages engineering and construction contractors to ensure project services and deliverablesare completed according to contractual, financial, functional, and time requirements. Maymanage a distinct portion or phase of a larger, more complex
engineering / construction project.
Based on prior internal and/or external experience, may provide technical input and opinion toother similar level projects.
Incumbent provides, explains, and defends project information to Bureau managers and/or subject matter experts. Proactively influences audience to the "preferred decision" in support ofthe District's core mission and best interest. Demonstrates solid negotiation, problem-solving,conflict resolution and communication effectiveness. Maintains tact and diplomacy duringdifficult situations and resolves disagreements in public settings.
This position's salary will range from Midpoint: $90,000 – Maximum: $115,000
EMPLOYMENT GUIDELINES:
Bachelor’s Degree in arelated discipline such as but not limited to Civil, Construction or StructuralEngineering and 8 years of experience that demonstrates measurable career andtechnical progression that can be applied to support the Engineering andConstruction Bureau’s work plan and the District’s business plan and strategies.
License:
State of Florida Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred but no required.
Valid State of Florida Driver’s License is required.
Physical Requirements/Working Environment:
Work environment will consist of office and field work in over 16 counties in southFlorida. At times the incumbent will be required to perform field work at remotesites in support of the inspection programs, water control features troubleshooting,and operation and maintenance needs.
Due to the District’s response role and in the total scope of emergency management, this position may at times, be required to provide support before, during and after major storm events and emergency situations, such as hurricanes or other declared emergencies, depending on assigned emergency response role.
Veterans' Preference:
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. All documentation is due by the close of the job posting.