Project Manager - Utility Engineering -Capital Improvement Projects

The City of Port St. Lucie is an equal opportunity employer. This position requires the applicant to successfully pass a drug screening. Please note that this is an external job posting intended for non-city employees. If you are a current city employee applying through this posting, your application will not be reviewed with other internal candidates. In order to be considered with internal candidates, please apply on the internal posting. Responsible technical skilled work in the construction and inspection of the City of Port St. Lucie potable water, wastewater, reclaimed water, and fiber optic communication assets while assuring the compliance with Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) regulations as well as other state, federal, and local requirements. Provides plan review and permitting, including but not limited to, FDEP requirements and the state delegated construction permitting program. Facilitates the development of public trust and confidence in the City and its Utility. This position is an Essential classification and will require you to report to duty before, during and after a civil emergency. 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 and Utility Systems Department 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, maintaining high levels of work and productivity by generating innovative solutions to work situations. Oversees the design and construction of utility infrastructure on behalf of the Utility Systems Department. Participates in planning sessions with Department leadership, contributing insights into future water, sewer, and reuse needs. Guides design and construction projects through the City’s procurement process, preparing agenda items, change orders, amendments, and task work orders as needed. Manages design, construction, technical reports, and permitting from project kickoff to closeout. Maintains focus on project goals, timelines, and budgets. Oversees construction inspections to ensure compliance with City, state, and federal regulations. Assists in grant applications, management, budgeting, and closeout as necessary. Facilitates planning, design, construction, and permitting efforts across other divisions, including Distribution and Collection, Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants, Maintenance, etc. Provides mentorship to Project Coordinators within the Capital Improvements Division. Manages records and reporting for all aspects of the City’s water and wastewater system assets, including compliance reporting for construction permits as delegated by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP). Conducts project closeout activities, including review of record drawings, warranties, permit certifications, final pay applications, retainage releases, punch lists, and asset inventories. Serves as a resource to engineers, contractors, City staff, vendors, and the public regarding ongoing projects and activities. Assists in preparing presentations for City Council, Planning & Zoning Board, and other municipal or public agencies as required. Other duties as may be assigned. 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. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree and a minimum of one (1) year of relative experience required; or graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate’s degree and a minimum of two (2) years of relative experience and/or training required. Minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in the field of utility construction required, preferably including installation, inspection, and coordination or management roles. A comparable amount of training, education, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Comprehensive knowledge of water and sewer construction methods, relevant laws, and industry standards from multiple perspectives: field installation, inspection, and management. Familiarity with permitting and regulatory requirements from agencies such as FDOT, FDEP, and SFWMD. Understanding of basic engineering principles, construction standards/specifications, and inspection techniques. Proficiency in software applications including Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Bluebeam ReVu. Knowledge of scheduling and budget monitoring principles. Familiarity with City and departmental policies and procedures. Ability to prepare technical reports, cost estimates, and construction documentation within tight deadlines. Ability to present project concepts and proposals effectively to internal staff, City Council, public agencies, and the public. Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, prepare take-off materials and as-built drawings, and enforce construction standards. Ability to inspect construction sites for compliance with approved plans, permits, and City codes. Ability to maintain accurate records in accordance with retention guidelines. Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with staff, consultants, officials, and the public. Demonstrates a positive attitude and models respect for individuals, teams, and the organization. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public. Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally. 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 work under pressure and meet deadlines. Ability to follow through on assigned tasks and maintain trust and confidence within the department and community. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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