Salary : $67,204.80 Annually

Location : Port St. Lucie FL 34984, FL

Job Type: FULL-TIME

Job Number: 202402682

Department: PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

Opening Date: 09/06/2024

Closing Date: 9/13/2024 5:00 PM Eastern

POSITION SUMMARY

This position has been budgeted for fiscal year 24/25 and will be filled on or after 10/1/2024. The hourly rate of pay is also indicative of the updated position start rate for the new fiscal year.

The City of Port St. Lucie is an equal opportunity employer.

This position requires the applicant to successfully pass a drug screening.

The starting salary for this position is $32.31 - $37.15 depending on qualifications

A technically skilled position responsible for the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control, and completion of various engineering related projects. Ensures consistency with City guidelines, policy, codes, and standards. Projects include the assistance with or management of City Traffic Operation Projects involving roadway, street lighting, or traffic control improvements. Work may also involve assisting with management of the Capital Improvement Plans (CIP) & Sales Tax Project Group. Facilitates the development of public trust and confidence in the City.

This position is an Essential classification and will be required to report to duty before, during, and immediately after a civil emergency.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The following duties are illustrative for this position. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Keeps the mission, vision, and values of the City of Port St. Lucie at the forefront of decision making and action; builds strategic and collaborative relationships and interacts with others in a way that builds confidence and trust; provides excellent customer service by taking action to accomplish objectives; maintains high levels of work and productivity by generating innovative solutions to work situations.
Reviews plans, calculations, permits, and other documentation related to municipal construction projects for conformance with applicable City requirements and general good engineering practices.
Prepares and manages timely correspondence and records associated with Traffic Operation improvement projects.
Participates in other evaluation-based committees.
Conducts research, responds to Citizen comments, and prepares written summaries.
Liaison to Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) as it relates to Joint Participation Agreements (JPA). Tracks expenditures, inspections, and submittals regarding these agreements.
Prepares or evaluates written reports or spreadsheets for various engineering related subjects as they apply to the Traffic Division and FDOT related projects.
Serves as the backup to the Managers and Project Coordinators in the division.
Manages assigned Traffic Division projects including, but not limited to, procuring design and construction services, managing consultants and contractors, mitigating cost and time overruns in both design and construction phases. Reviews and approves change orders and schedules.
Develops and maintains internal project management schedules and budget tracking records for each project and formulates written progress reports to higher level management.
Provides project updates, including schedule and budget status, monthly with project related photos.
Observes testing and inspections.
Makes presentations before City Council, the City Manager, City Departments, and the public.
Reviews and confirms accuracy of contractor pay applications.
Reviews, evaluates, and reports to their supervisor and/or designee regarding construction schedules.
Assists in the preparation of agenda items, change orders, amendments, and work orders.
Serves as a liaison between City, public, developers, contractors, and other regulatory agencies with regard to assigned Traffic Operation projects.
Assists with the direct supervision of non-supervisory employees.
Attends project and pre-construction meetings as requested by Engineers/Project Managers.
Other duties as may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the City's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Graduation from an from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field required. Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in project management, construction, or related field required, preferably with a public agency. A comparable amount of training, education, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Possession of valid Florida Driver's License and maintenance of clean driving record required.
Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Advanced Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) Certification required to be obtained within nine (9) months of date of hire.
Training and Certification as a Project Manager (CPM) is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Working knowledge of principles of budget preparation and monitoring
Working knowledge of regulatory agency permitting and requirements (FDOT, etc.)
Knowledge of construction and capital improvements to infrastructure
Knowledge of bidding and contracting procedures
Broad knowledge of the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
Knowledge of the City's Code of Ordinances
Knowledge of City's Engineering Standards for Land Development
Knowledge of FDOT standards and specifications and FDOT Plans Preparation Manual
Skill in public speaking
Skill in the use of job-related mathematics, computerized drafting equipment and drafting instruments
Ability to prepare written technical reports, estimates, critical path management, construction and costs reports within time constraints
Ability to present project ideas and proposals graphically, orally, and in writing to staff, City Council, other governmental agencies, and the public
Ability to read and interpret construction design prints;
Ability to prepare material take-offs and as-built drawings, observe and analyze construction methods.
Ability to know and enforce construction standards and specifications.
Ability to prepare field sketches and cost estimates and ensure that field sketches and cost estimates are accurate.
Ability to keep appropriate records.
Ability to inspect projects to assure that new construction is performed according to specifications.
Ability to note and report deficiencies and improper construction methods.
Ability to monitor job progress.
Ability to practice and enforce good safety procedures.
Ability to present and maintain a high organizational image and maintain good public relations
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, consultants, and City officials and the public
Ability to focus on the positive in every situation
Ability to model respect for individuals, teams, and the organization
Ability to stay centered when challenged
Ability to establish and maintain the trust and confidence of the department and public
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Ability to follow through with assigned tasks.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, and crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions that may be adverse and extreme (heat, humidity, cold, rain, etc.). The employee is frequently exposed to noise, fumes, dust, or airborne particles, traversing of uneven surfaces, vibration, heights, and stressful situations.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

12 paid holidays per year

Vacation Leave:
1-3 years- 10 days
4-9 years- 15 days
10-19 years- 20 days
20+ years- 25 days
PT employees accrue depending on hours worked
Personal Days:
2 days for non-exempt employees per year
3 days for exempt employees per year

Sick Time:
FT employees accrue 8 hours per month
PT employees accrue 4 hours per month

Retirement Plan:
The City contributes an amount equal to 11.4% of an eligible employee's biweekly earnings into a 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan. Employee contributes 1%.
457 Deferred Compensation Plan and Roth IRA
$50,000 Basic Term Life Insurance
$50,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Health, Vision and Dental Insurance

Optional Benefits:
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible Spending Account
Wellness Program
Health Reimbursement Account
Employee Assistance Plan
Supplemental Life
Legal insurance

The of City Port St. Lucie provides a wide array of benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. For additional details on benefits offer by the City of Port St. Lucie, see the link below.

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Do you have a valid Florida driver's license?

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Do you have a clean driving history?

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Do you have at minimum a Bachelor's Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from an accredited college or university with a major in Project Management, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related field?

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Do you posses a valid Certified Project Manager (CPM) certification?

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Please explain your experience as it relates to this position.

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Do you have a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in project management, construction or related field, preferably with a public agency?

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Do you currently hold, or are you willing to obtain, within nine (9) months from the date of hire, FDOT advanced maintenance of traffic certification?

Required Question

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Project Manager, Traffic Operations - Public Works Department