Senior Project Engineer

Job Description

Join the Indian River State College Team – Exceptional Benefits Await You!

At Indian River State College, you’ll do more than just build a career—you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty. In return, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote your well-being, secure your future, and enhance your work-life balance.

Comprehensive Health Coverage

We prioritize your health with Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Life insurance and Supplemental plans to help you stay physically and mentally well with access to essential wellness resources.

We offer PPO and HMO plans with an affordable cost. (PPO/HMO option with $50 per month for individual coverage and $180 per month for family coverage)

Retirement Plans for a Secure Future

Plan for a bright future with our robust retirement options, rarely matched in the private sector. Secure your financial future with state retirement options through the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and additional investment opportunities like tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.

Generous Paid Time Off

Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with ample vacation, personal, and sick leave. Recharge and return to work refreshed and motivated.

Employee Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts on various services, including tickets to popular attractions in the area.

Professional Growth Opportunities

Build your career with purpose by engaging in meaningful projects and professional development opportunities. Indian River State College provides the tools and support needed to help you reach your full potential.

Be the Engine Behind Transformational Campus Projects

Join a mission-driven team where your expertise in construction, permitting, and facilities planning will shape the future of our College. From groundbreaking to grand opening, you'll lead high-impact projects that directly support student success and community growth—all while navigating the complexities of compliance, design, and strategic planning. If you're a proactive problem-solver ready to manage dynamic initiatives in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under minimal guidance, this position manages construction, permitting, compliance, and facility planning for College projects. Responsibilities include coordinating engineering and architectural professionals, consultants, and contractors to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with the Florida Building Code and other regulations. Oversees projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with College objectives. Develops progress reports and analyses to track schedules and budgets. Negotiates contracts, agreements, proposals, and change orders. Conducts on-site facility audits to assess conditions and recommend improvements. Manages the permitting process, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Adjusts projects as needed to address unexpected challenges or changes orders. Presents design proposals and project updates to leadership, donors, and stakeholders

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with permitting, inspections, and enforcement of construction, alterations, repairs, and demolitions to ensure compliance with the Florida Building Code and other regulations.
• Provide technical expertise in engineering, architecture, and construction, identifying and resolving complex issues with safe, efficient, and cost-effective solutions.
• Serve as the primary contact for local, state, and federal agencies regarding permitting and compliance.
• Support the Associate Vice President in managing consultants, reviewing project plans and specifications, and ensuring engineering and architectural standards are met.
• Review work performed by College staff and contractors, ensuring compliance with contract specifications, regulations, and engineering standards.
• Schedule and attend design reviews, pre-bid conferences, bidding processes, pre-construction meetings, and construction scheduling meetings.
• Participate in selecting architectural, engineering, and construction consultants, evaluating bids and proposals, and making recommendations.
• Assess and recommend payments for invoices and project-related expenses.
• Conduct site feasibility studies for future campus expansions and provide recommendations.
• Assist in incorporating engineering-related functions into the College’s emergency management plan, including hurricane preparedness, flood response, and infrastructure security.
• Develop and implement exterior maintenance programs for all College facilities.
• Maintain and update GIS databases, stormwater/utility maps, and CAD archives of College buildings and facilities.
• Compile and maintain regular reports on the status of ongoing and upcoming projects.
• Complete all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduate of an accredited college with a degree in Civil Engineering or combination of education and related field experience,
• Minimum (6) years of experience in design, review, and/or construction project management;
• Licensed as a Professional Engineer in the State of Florida;
• Ability to utilize current computer technology to access data, maintain records, generate and present reports, and competently develop and review advanced computer modeling results and CADD generated information;
• Experience in supervising subordinates, consultants, contractors, and other staff in the planning, design, and construction of capital improvement projects including preparation of preliminary and final engineering designs and construction plans, cost estimates, bid specifications, and engineering reports;
• Skill in directing the work of professional engineers, technicians, contractors, and inspectors in a manner conducive to effective performance;
• Thorough knowledge of civil engineering and specifically roadway and drainage design, principles and practices of construction management, local building codes/design standards, state and federal permitting requirements, ad the preparation of related financial grant applications;
• Thorough knowledge of regulatory permitting, reporting, and operating requirements for State Colleges;
• Thorough knowledge of construction processes, procedures, materials, methods, and equipment;
• Thorough knowledge of construction inspection methods, change orders, review and processing of pay requests;
• Ability to identify or make changes to projects as needed in response to unanticipated events that may affect the success of the project;
• Ability to conduct planning and design meetings, pre-bid meetings, pre-construction meetings, construction progress meetings, and inspections;
• Ability to understand planning studies and to analyze information and formulate substantive recommendations based upon such studies;
• Monitor construction schedules for expenditures and timeliness, as well as, compliance with capital projects budget;
• Excellent technical communication skills - both oral and written - to support interaction with varying levels of IRSC employees, consultants, contractors, local and State officials, and external agencies from diverse socio-economic backgrounds;
• Facility Energy Management experience preferred.
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This position requires an ability to walk, bend, lift, reach up, stoop, use ladders and other equipment, and carry items occasionally in excess of fifty (50) pounds. The employee must be in good physical condition in order to do the type of work required. It also requires manual dexterity to operate standard office machines, such as, copier, telephone, and other equipment as necessary. IRSC expects its employees to follow proper safety standards while employed by the College.

This description is intended to indicate typical kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as declaring every specific duty and responsibility of the particular position. This job description is not intended to be a contract for employment, and the employer reserves the right to make any necessary revisions to the job description at any time without notice.

Classification

Staff

Supervisory

No

FLSA Exempt

Yes

Employment Type

Regular

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