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CEI Project Administrator

Apex Companies
Naples, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/17/2026
Are you highly motivated, hard-working, and seeking to join a growth-focused consulting & engineering firm? Are you looking for a company that will invest in your development and grow your professional skills? If so, consider a career with Apex!

Powered by record sales, extraordinary client retention, strategic acquisitions, and an entrepreneurial spirit, Apex Companies is one of the fastest growing engineering and environmental consulting firms in the US. We were recently recognized by the Zweig Group as one of the fastest growing firms in the AEC industry. We take pride in providing our clients with exceptional service and have earned numerous awards for project excellence. We continue to grow, and we want you to grow with us.

Johnson Engineering, an Apex Company is seeking an experienced Construction Engineering & Inspection (CEI) Project Administrator to oversee transportation projects. The ideal candidate will have experience managing transportation projects for local municipalities and / or FDOT. A proven track record working on projects with FDOT SCOP, SCRAP, and LAP grant funding is a plus.

Your Responsibilities As a Project Administrator

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for CEI services on FDOT and local agency transportation projects.
  • Administer contracts, monitor budgets, and ensure adherence to project schedules.
  • Oversee construction inspection teams and maintain compliance with FDOT specifications, standards, and procedures.
  • Coordinate with the contractor, Engineer of Record and project staff to manage submittals, RFI’s and pay applications
  • Manage documentation and reporting requirements for grant-funded projects, including Davis-Bacon wage verification and LAP compliance.
  • Coordinate with contractors, FDOT representatives, and / or local agencies to resolve issues and maintain project progress.
  • Review and approve pay estimates, change orders, and project closeout documentation.

What We're Looking For

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in CEI inspection and project administration for FDOT or local agencies on transportation projects.
  • BS Engineering degree and 3 years CEI experience will be considered in lieu of 5 years’ experience
  • Strong knowledge of FDOT specifications and procedures
  • Familiarity with roadway, drainage, and utility construction practices.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • FDOT CTQP certifications (Project Administrator, Earthwork, Asphalt, Concrete) required
  • Proficiency in FDOT systems such as SiteManager and other project management tools preferred
  • Fieldwork expected in SW FL region.
  • Drivers license and excellent driving record required.
  • Sponsorship not available now or in the future for this role.

Why You'll Love Working For Us

  • Company-subsidized medical and dental.
  • Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability.
  • 401k match, tuition assistance, and more.
  • Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
  • Performance-based bonuses or other incentives.
  • Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
  • 1,800 employee national firm with 50 locations across the US.

Apex Job Title: JE Project Administrator

Req ID: 11011

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