Citrus County Government
Engineering Project Manager (Transportation)
Citrus County Government, Lecanto, Florida, United States, 34461
Engineering Project Manager (Transportation)
The Engineering Project Manager (Transportation) coordinates and manages the design, acquisition, and construction of major Capital Infrastructure Projects (Highway, Intersection, Signalization, Bridges, Multi-Use Paths, Highway Resurfacing). The role identifies facts and procedural details that impact project planners, designers, engineers, inspectors, and contractors. Working within broad policy and organizational guidelines, the manager plans and implements projects independently and reports progress through periodic conferences and meetings.
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Location: Lecanto, Florida.
Responsibilities
Supervise, plan, and coordinate work of assigned staff, evaluate performance and perform reviews, counsel staff and initiate commendations or disciplinary action.
Drive and/or operate a county vehicle or equipment, obeying all safety policies and roadway rules.
Direct and coordinate consultants, attorneys, engineers, designers, and contractors for Public Works projects; lead regular meetings to facilitate progress.
Manage permits for Public Works projects; review plans, calculations and specifications.
Lead design, acquisition, and construction of major capital projects (highway, intersection, signalization, bridges, multi‑use paths, resurfacing); manage experts such as attorneys, engineers, appraisers, land planners associated with eminent domain; represent and testify on behalf of the County.
Administer contracts and agreements for project design and construction services.
Serve as capital project liaison between County, FDOT, Turnpike Authority, and Metropolitan Planning Organization.
Address roadway safety concerns: investigate crash causes, analyze data, develop counter‑measures, review traffic studies.
Apply for capital improvement grants and implement projects.
Interpret, resolve, and enforce County Land Development Code, Comprehensive Plan, and other regulatory guides; recommend changes.
Review and comment on developer/development agreements.
Prepare environmental permit packages.
Advise and counsel citizens, contractors, and county employees; respond to design or construction concerns.
Address citizen concerns in person, by phone, and in writing promptly.
Respond to design‑related emergencies to assist citizens, employees, and contractors.
Assist in division budget preparation; develop and manage transportation portion of the Capital Improvement Program and project budgets; maintain records of project activities and cost accounting.
Attend or represent the Division at public meetings.
Attend seminars and conferences.
Research and compile information for others; generate regular reports.
Perform other duties as required.
Education, Training, and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in STEM or equivalent to four (4) years of college.
Ten (10) years of relevant experience.
Experience managing design, acquisition, and construction of at least three (3) major road or highway widening projects.
Certificates, Licenses, Registration, Skills
Valid Florida Driver License or must obtain within 30 days of residency.
Civil Engineer, registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Florida, or Engineer Intern (E.I.) preferred.
Knowledge of PONDS/AdICPR preferred.
Knowledge of Signal 4 Analytics or other crash database.
Comprehensive knowledge of regulatory and design manuals (FDM, Green Book, MUTCD, ITE, DOT specs, Index, BOE).
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
Strong working relationships with County staff, elected officials, community groups, and the public.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
Certification in FEMA National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses within 90 days (IS‑100.c, IS‑200.b, IS‑700.b, IS‑800.c).
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
Combination of sitting, standing, walking.
Frequent lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds.
Occasional bending, squatting, balancing, twisting, and reaching above shoulders.
Tasks involving typing, grasping, and driving automotive equipment.
Normal visual and hearing acuity; color vision; speech.
Reasonable accommodations may be made.
Emergency Response/Recovery Activities
All employees may be required to work before, during, or after an emergency, and may perform duties outside normal scope, location, and schedule.
Duty may include driving and operating county equipment while obeying safety policies and roadway rules.
Employee Benefits at a Glance
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Employee Health & Wellness Center
Florida Retirement System (FRS)
Basic Term Life and AD&D Insurance $20,000
Long Term Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
11 Paid Holidays
Vacation and Sick Leave
Please visit the Benefits tab of this posting for additional information and a link to the Employee Benefits Highlights booklet.
Basis of Rating & Other Considerations Some positions may require a written or skills test. Applications will be reviewed to assess qualifications; selected persons will be interviewed. The extent of related experience, training, and education will be important.
Must successfully pass an employment reference check, criminal background check, physical examination, and drug screen. Drug screens comply with the Drug Free Workplace Act and the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act, 1991. Citrus County supports a drug‑free workplace; employees may be subject to drug testing.
Citrus County is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40+), marital status, citizenship, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other protected traits.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation must notify the Citrus County Board of County Commissioners in advance. Veterans’ Preference applies per Florida Statutes; applicants must attach documentation (e.g., DD Form 214).
Applications, resumes, and personnel records are subject to public inspection under Chapter 119, Florida Statutes or the “Public Records Law.”
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Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Location: Lecanto, Florida.
Responsibilities
Supervise, plan, and coordinate work of assigned staff, evaluate performance and perform reviews, counsel staff and initiate commendations or disciplinary action.
Drive and/or operate a county vehicle or equipment, obeying all safety policies and roadway rules.
Direct and coordinate consultants, attorneys, engineers, designers, and contractors for Public Works projects; lead regular meetings to facilitate progress.
Manage permits for Public Works projects; review plans, calculations and specifications.
Lead design, acquisition, and construction of major capital projects (highway, intersection, signalization, bridges, multi‑use paths, resurfacing); manage experts such as attorneys, engineers, appraisers, land planners associated with eminent domain; represent and testify on behalf of the County.
Administer contracts and agreements for project design and construction services.
Serve as capital project liaison between County, FDOT, Turnpike Authority, and Metropolitan Planning Organization.
Address roadway safety concerns: investigate crash causes, analyze data, develop counter‑measures, review traffic studies.
Apply for capital improvement grants and implement projects.
Interpret, resolve, and enforce County Land Development Code, Comprehensive Plan, and other regulatory guides; recommend changes.
Review and comment on developer/development agreements.
Prepare environmental permit packages.
Advise and counsel citizens, contractors, and county employees; respond to design or construction concerns.
Address citizen concerns in person, by phone, and in writing promptly.
Respond to design‑related emergencies to assist citizens, employees, and contractors.
Assist in division budget preparation; develop and manage transportation portion of the Capital Improvement Program and project budgets; maintain records of project activities and cost accounting.
Attend or represent the Division at public meetings.
Attend seminars and conferences.
Research and compile information for others; generate regular reports.
Perform other duties as required.
Education, Training, and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in STEM or equivalent to four (4) years of college.
Ten (10) years of relevant experience.
Experience managing design, acquisition, and construction of at least three (3) major road or highway widening projects.
Certificates, Licenses, Registration, Skills
Valid Florida Driver License or must obtain within 30 days of residency.
Civil Engineer, registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Florida, or Engineer Intern (E.I.) preferred.
Knowledge of PONDS/AdICPR preferred.
Knowledge of Signal 4 Analytics or other crash database.
Comprehensive knowledge of regulatory and design manuals (FDM, Green Book, MUTCD, ITE, DOT specs, Index, BOE).
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
Strong working relationships with County staff, elected officials, community groups, and the public.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
Certification in FEMA National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses within 90 days (IS‑100.c, IS‑200.b, IS‑700.b, IS‑800.c).
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
Combination of sitting, standing, walking.
Frequent lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds.
Occasional bending, squatting, balancing, twisting, and reaching above shoulders.
Tasks involving typing, grasping, and driving automotive equipment.
Normal visual and hearing acuity; color vision; speech.
Reasonable accommodations may be made.
Emergency Response/Recovery Activities
All employees may be required to work before, during, or after an emergency, and may perform duties outside normal scope, location, and schedule.
Duty may include driving and operating county equipment while obeying safety policies and roadway rules.
Employee Benefits at a Glance
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Employee Health & Wellness Center
Florida Retirement System (FRS)
Basic Term Life and AD&D Insurance $20,000
Long Term Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
11 Paid Holidays
Vacation and Sick Leave
Please visit the Benefits tab of this posting for additional information and a link to the Employee Benefits Highlights booklet.
Basis of Rating & Other Considerations Some positions may require a written or skills test. Applications will be reviewed to assess qualifications; selected persons will be interviewed. The extent of related experience, training, and education will be important.
Must successfully pass an employment reference check, criminal background check, physical examination, and drug screen. Drug screens comply with the Drug Free Workplace Act and the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act, 1991. Citrus County supports a drug‑free workplace; employees may be subject to drug testing.
Citrus County is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40+), marital status, citizenship, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other protected traits.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation must notify the Citrus County Board of County Commissioners in advance. Veterans’ Preference applies per Florida Statutes; applicants must attach documentation (e.g., DD Form 214).
Applications, resumes, and personnel records are subject to public inspection under Chapter 119, Florida Statutes or the “Public Records Law.”
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