NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Transportation/Traffic Planning & Engineering Project Manager
Bradenton, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$72K/yr - $148K/yr
3+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Transportation/Traffic Planning & Engineering Project Manager to oversee various construction and engineering projects related to public infrastructure. The role involves managing project engineers and contractors, ensuring quality and timely delivery of projects, and preparing necessary engineering documentation.
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Responsibilities
Acts as project manager for a variety of construction, engineering, Capital Improvement Plan, and other projects related to public infrastructure, such as transportation, water, wastewater, storm water, reclaimed water, and related civil engineering projects
Manages activities of project engineers, contractors, consultants, and other staff
Provides direction during the planning, design, land acquisition, and construction phases of assigned projects to assure a quality project is produced in a timely and cost-effective manner
Prepares construction plans, specifications, engineering reports, and cost estimates for projects related to area of assignment
Performs intermediate to complex engineering design, review, and capital improvement program planning and implementation work, depending on qualifications
Prepares, signs, and seals documents for outside agencies, if properly licensed
Depending on area of assignment, position has considerable contact with County officials, contractors, engineers, and other internal and external contacts, requiring excellent public relations skills
This position will work with traffic engineering and access management projects as part of the site development review
It provides direction during the planning, design, land acquisition, and construction phases of assigned projects to assure a quality project is produced in a timely and cost-effective manner
Reviews residential and commercial development plans involving transportation, traffic engineering, access management for conformance with the Manatee County Comprehensive Plan, Manatee County Land Development Code and Code of Ordinances, and Public Works and Development Services Departments standards
Daily usage of traffic operation software such as Synchro, and HCS
Proficiency with the MUTCD
Reads and interprets engineering plans and specifications and uses engineering techniques in the solution of problems associated with area of assignment
Coordinates preparation, review, and research for development projects to ensure compliance with the Comprehensive Plan, Land Development Code, and county design standards
Prepares complete construction plans and specification and bid packages
Attends pre-bid conferences
Inspects construction in the field
Estimates project costs, negotiates change orders, and checks and approves contractor payments
Signs and seals drawings and other pertinent documents, if properly licensed
Prepares and maintains necessary records, reports, and correspondence
Provides testimony for public hearings
Sr Project Engineer coordinates design and project management requirements and leads daily activities of a small team
Depending on area of assignment, may have more extensive supervisory responsibilities
Project Engineer II may assign and monitor day-to-day work of technical staff
Maintains knowledge and understanding of current best practices, trends, laws, and issues affecting area of expertise
Upon approval, attends educational events that will increase professional knowledge and be otherwise beneficial to the County
Performs other related work (including weather or other extreme emergency duties) as required
Qualification
Required
Valid driver license required, with valid Florida driver license required within 30 days of hire
Associate's degree in civil engineering or related field
Three (3) or more years of progressively responsible experience in the planning, design, and/or construction of public and/or private infrastructure/building/site development projects
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related engineering field
Four (4) or more years of engineering experience related to area of assignment, to include progressively responsible experience in the planning, design, and/or construction of public and/or private infrastructure/building/site development projects
Current Florida Professional Engineer (P.E.) License required for Project Engineer positions. Out of state P.E. licenses must be transferred to Florida within one (1) year of hire date
Five (5) or more years of engineering experience related to area of assignment, to include progressively responsible experience in the planning, design, and/or construction of public and/or private infrastructure/building/site development projects
Six (6) or more years of engineering experience related to area of assignment, to include progressively responsible experience in the planning, design, and/or construction of public and/or private infrastructure/building/site development projects
Preferred
If assigned to RTMC Traffic Signal Timing area of assignment, Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) certification desired
Prior budget management experience desired
Prior experience as Engineer of Record desired
Previous lead or supervisory experience desired
Prior budget management experience desired
Prior experience in the construction and operation of water and wastewater treatment facilities is desired
Benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellbeing Benefits
Miscellaneous Benefits
Paid Time Off
Insurance
Retirement
Career Wellness
Education Benefits
Flexible Spending Account
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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