Project Manager II (Capital Improvement Projects)
City of Fort Lauderdale, FL - Tampa
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Location : FL, FL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: FP029-47
Department: Parks and Recreation
Opening Date: 07/28/2025
Closing Date: 8/14/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
POSITION SUMMARY
The Parks & Recreation Department seeks a Project Manager II
This is professional and administrative work that includes the planning, design, and construction of capital improvement projects as well as oversight of a wide variety of projects. This position supports managing and inspecting engineering construction projects or transportation and mobility projects within a City Department. A major emphasis is monitoring the work of engineering and architectural consultants and contractors engaged in the design and construction of a wide variety of projects.
This job classification is included within the bargaining unit represented by Federation of Public Employees and therefore is subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Federation of Public Employees.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.
- Manages engineering and architectural consultants and contractors during the design and construction of various projects; ensures projects are completed on time, on budget, and with quality assurance
- Prepares, negotiates, executes, and manages task orders for professional consultants and contractors
- Prepares and oversees the preparation of Requests for Proposals (RFP), Requests for Qualifications (RFQ), and other bidding documents for a variety of services and resources in compliance with municipal, state, and federal code requirements
- Provides analysis, evaluation, and recommendation for award of contract; prepares projects for bid, including reviewing of plans, specifications, and estimates
- Reviews and approves contractor and consultant pay requests and invoices
- Develops and monitors project scope, budget, and schedule
- Prepares reports for upper management and stakeholder information
- Provides technical information and guidance on municipal projects; resolves project related issues
- Prepares required municipal, state, and federal reports for various construction projects; prepares reports, memorandums, and related correspondence; and coordinates related permits to ensure contract and regulatory compliance
- Produces construction documents and specifications
- Coordinates with other City departments, external agencies and applicants on projects
- May conduct studies, compile and analyze transportation planning and traffic engineering project data and prepare a comprehensive transportation planning program
- May review traffic operational and safety study analysis, traffic calming implementation, maintenance of traffic plan review, traffic investigations and signing, pavement marking and signalization modifications to the existing road network
- Drafts commission memorandum for Commission Approval
- Performs related work as required
JOB REQUIREMENTS, PREFERENCES & WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture, civil engineering or related field.
- Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in construction management, engineering, and/or transportation project implementation. A master's degree at an accredited college or university in a job-related field, may substitute for one to two years of the required experience.
- If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form (J-204) to the online application.
Possession of a current License as a registered Professional Engineer in the State of Florida or as a Certified Construction Manager or Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP).
As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.
PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
The position is generally sedentary. Employees sit most of the time, but may will spend periods of time walking or standing for brief periods of time.
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.
HOW TO APPLY & SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.
The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Inclusive Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. The City of Fort Lauderdale does not discriminate based on age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.
Veterans' preference per Florida law. If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim formto the online application.
Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.
The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance.
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In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City of Fort Lauderdale participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option and requires a 3% contribution from employees. All new City of Fort Lauderdale employees are automatically enrolled in FRS. Click to view additional information on the Florida Retirement System.
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What is the highest level of education you have completed in construction management, architecture, civil engineering or related field.
- High School or Equivalent
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree or higher
- None of the Above
02
How many years of experience do you possess in construction management, engineering, and/or project implementation?
- Less than 1 year of experience
- 1 to 2 years of experience
- 3 to 5 years of experience
- 6 or more years of experience
- No experience
03
Do you possess prior experience working for a municipality or government institution?
- Yes
- No
04
How many years of experience in the preparation of plans, specifications and estimates for public infrastructure improvements of site work for development projects do you have?
- Less than 1 year of experience
- 1-2 years of experience
- 3-4 years of experience
- 5-6 years of experience
- 7 or more years of experience
- No experience
05
Do you possess a current license as a registered Professional Engineer in the State of Florida or as a Certified Construction Manager or Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP)?
- Yes
- No
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Please describe your experience managing consultants and contractors, including but not limited to reviewing and managing contracts, pay applications and change orders. If no experience, insert N/A
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Please describe your experience managing capital improvement projects; include specific examples in your response. (This experience must be present on your application)
08
Please describe your experience working with AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and any other type of Design/Asset Management Software & Systems? If no experience, insert N/A
09
Please describe your experience permitting with the local, State, and Federal permitting agencies (e.g. Broward County, Department of Health, FDEP, FWC, etc.)?
Required Question