Project Manager II - Horizontal Development

Brief Description of Work :

Under the direction of the Program Manager - Horizontal Programs, the Project Manager II - Horizontal Development manages assigned capital construction projects implemented by the Division.

Essential Function(s) :

Prioritize, plan, schedule, and oversee the inspection work for assigned projects, including but not limited to facilities, road, bridge, ferry, transit, bicycle infrastructure, pedestrian infrastructure, multiuse trails, and pedestrian safety capital improvements.

Manage the safety, quality, permitting, right-of-way acquisition, project bidding, scheduling, cost control, payment certification, commissioning, closeout, and acceptance of assigned projects.

Coordinate the work of engineering personnel, designers, manufacturers, construction engineering and inspection team, independent testing agencies, and contractors on assigned projects.

Ensure that safety and quality are established as project priorities.

Develop and maintain project budgets and cost estimates for assigned projects.

Participate in and lead bid document reviews and pre-bid conferences, design optimization reviews, and value engineering of capital project designs performed by Authority consultants.

Procure professional and construction services in accordance with JTA guidelines. Develop contract scopes and evaluate and negotiate fee proposals and schedules for construction contracts to achieve desired project objectives.

Manage design contracts to ensure complete, quality and timely submittals. Ensure right-of-way acquisition, permits and other requirements are obtained prior to scheduled construction.

Review and approve contractor and consultant invoices and evaluate actual periodic performance against project schedule.

Ensure that earned value reporting of progress is maintained on a monthly basis. Verify invoices are accurate and required documentation is obtained prior to approval.

Ensure that thorough project records are kept and maintained within the appropriate department network folders and software application(s) throughout the life of projects and monitor change and claim activity.

Responsible for leading the activity of reviewing and analyzing contractor change requests and claims for time and cost.

Prepare the Authority’s position and recommendation for negotiations with the contractor.

Maintain an updated list of Potential Change Orders during construction.

Assist the Program Manager in conducting public meetings and make presentations relating to the construction plans and progress.

Prepare responses to public information requests and concern regarding the construction work.

Conduct periodic construction field reviews to assess progress, check the job site safety and security, and verify that environmental requirements are being managed.

Prepare reports detailing the construction review and make recommendations to the Director Capital Programs on issues requiring resolution.

Manage the construction and engineering inspection teams on assigned projects to ensure proper construction management of JTA projects from contract Notice to Proceed to contract closeout, and handover.

Ensure that field inspections, reports, pay estimates, contractor requests, claims are responded to in a professional and timely manner.

Ensure the timely submission of project record documents and drawings. Responsible for managing the review and comment activity associated with the submissions.

Coordinate the completion, facility occupancy, and handover process with the project owners. Ensure open punch items are completed to the satisfaction of the Authority.

Responsible for the preparation of periodic updates of the progress and challenges / issues for assigned projects.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related industry field, from an accredited college or university.

Eight (8) years of progressively responsible Engineering or Construction Management experience.

Five (5) years of prior experience in roadway construction.

Preferred Qualifications :

Florida Professional Engineer’s Registration, or ability to obtain registration within six (6) months of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Actively demonstrate JTA’s Elements of a Leader, including being engaged, courageous, a good communicator, empathetic, a critical thinker, a team player, a strategic thinker, customer-focused, a change agent / innovative, inspirational / high energy, accountable, and having integrity.

Sound practice and knowledge of project planning, development, design, engineering and construction management methods, practices and principles relating to highway, building, transit and bridge construction.

Sound familiarity of basic federal, state and local construction codes and laws with knowledge of FDOT requirements preferred.

Knowledge of materials testing and inspection process.

Knowledge of grant funding and award requirements.

Knowledge of scope control and change management.

Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing, with employees of all levels within an organization.

Strong organizational, analytic and strategic-thinking skills with demonstrated ability to create, implement and monitor complex plans and translate those plans into goals and concrete methods and strategies.

Ability to conduct field visits to ensure and document compliance with codes and laws.

Ability to review, understand and interpret construction plans and specifications.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and competing priorities.

A track record in budget management, stewardship and developing proven strategies to build multi-faceted external affairs and development programs.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and effectively in a team environment.

Advanced proficiency in the operation of a personal computer with preferred project management software experience.

Ability to clearly communicate with contractors and consultants.

Work Environment / Physical Demands :

The Project Manager II - Horizontal Development is an in-office position requiring collaboration with colleagues and interaction with customers.

The incumbent may be required to work extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to respond to emergencies or to meet operational needs.

Physical demands may include : keyboarding / typing / using a computer mouse, repetitive motion, and sitting for prolonged periods.