Assistant Project Manager-($1,000 Sign-On Incentive)

About the role

The Assistant Project Manager assists their assigned Project Manager in planning, administrative management, project completion, client satisfaction, and financial outcomes for assigned projects. This position acts as the Project Manager in the absence of the assigned Project Manager and works with a high degree of independence under the direction of the Project Manager or assigned supervisor. Work is reviewed through observations, conferences, and results achieved.

Responsibilities

• Supervise at least three Contract Administrators and eight Engineering Inspectors, as well as over 20 service and materials contracts.
• Assist in the development of projects/contracts, proposals, cost estimates and budgets, timelines, and schedules.
• Perform administrative management of projects including procuring consultants/vendors, negotiating contracts, reporting, and monitoring.
• Conduct historical data research for effective projects and contracts planning.
• Assist in term contract preparation and management of maintenance and construction retrofit projects, including but not limited to:
  • Right of way mowing
  • Landscape maintenance
  • Street sweeping
  • Stormwater pipe repairs and replacements
  • Sidewalk repairs
  • Curb and gutter repairs
  • Stormwater pipe cleaning and inspection
• Develop and track budgets, performance measures, and report tracking for assigned contracts.
• Coordinate daily activities of assigned contracted projects, initiate and prepare bid documents, and coordinate with the Procurement Division to resolve purchasing and contract issues.
• Coordinate with personnel (employees, contractors, etc.) necessary to complete projects.
• Maintain effective and productive communications with team members, internal/external customers, and vendors.
• Interact directly with citizens for specific projects and to ensure timely resolution of inquiries.
• Participate in emergency preparation, response, and recovery during hurricanes and adverse weather events, as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Engineering, Building Construction, Business Administration, Management or Civil Engineering, or a closely related field, and three years of progressive experience in contracts administration, business administration, financial/budget administration and tracking, or construction and inspections of roadways and drainage maintenance work, and two years of project management experience; or
• An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

Preferences

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), and proficiency in computer usage and databases.
• Knowledge of contract scope preparation, FDOT specifications, management of staff, cost estimates, and budget preparation and tracking.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License.

Pay

Pay Grade: 020 — From $36.38 to $47.30 per hour. Placement based on education and experience.

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays and up to 2 floating holidays annually.
• 18 days paid time off per year.
• Longevity bonus based on years of service.
• 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and additional life insurance.
• Free basic life, long-term disability, and employee assistance for all family members effective on day one.
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
• Employee assistance program includes multiple free one-on-one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, and personal life balance.
• Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
• Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Earn service time to forgive student loans.

Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements.