Utility Project Manager 103123 - (Gas Operations)

Salary: $87,143.66 - $123,132.96 Annually
Location : Sunrise, FL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number:Project Manager 103123
Department: Utilities Public Works
Opening Date: 10/31/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
NATURE OF WORK
This classification involves managing a variety of construction projects for the City. An employee in this position defines scope of assigned projects, develops or reviews project design, negotiates costs, coordinates project elements, tracks progress of projects, and troubleshoots problems for various architectural, building, water/wastewater utilities, and public works construction projects for the City; inspects sites; administers related warranties; and approves payments. This position also gathers data, generates reports, and maintains related project files.
Examples of Duties
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Reviews preparation of architectural and/or engineering drawings by technical staff; assists in the review of in progress and final architectural and/or engineering plans for completeness prior to public advertisement for bids; assists in the review and approval of paperwork such as shop drawings, material submittal, and supplementary drawings during the construction administration portion of architectural projects.
• Functions on behalf of the City, helping to coordinate consultants in the development of complex and difficult building and public works construction projects; reviews and verifies consultants' invoices and recommends approval for payment; review consultants' plans and specifications at various stages of development for conformance to budget funding, program and design standards, completeness and accuracy; suggests changes, additions and corrections; monitors consultants' cost estimates; schedules; and attends and writes reports of meetings with consultants and City agency representatives.
• Ensures proper permitting.
• Coordinates the development of building public works, and utility construction projects with City departments that will occupy, use, or maintain facilities; develops conceptual plans which resolve conflicts between City departments over space allocations.
• Coordinates bid advertisements, printing and distribution of plans and specifications to bidders; attends pre-bid conferences with contractors and consultants on complex building and public works construction projects; assists in the evaluation of bids; and makes recommendations for award of contracts.
• Coordinates signing of contracts with contractors; attends pre-construction meetings with consultants, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Reviews and recommends for payment periodic requisitions, invoices and supporting data from contractors, consultants and testing labs; reviews field inspection reports.
• Monitors building construction progress through on-site inspections; consults with contractor representatives, field personnel, engineers and architects to evaluate construction progress; solves field problems; expedites construction efforts by evaluating contractor performance and recommending corrections of deficiencies; keeps user departments informed; coordinates change orders to contracts; and keeps records of contingency allowances and consultants' payments.
• Assists in the inspection of projects for substantial completion and prepares lists of any deficiencies.
• Prepares performance reports on contractors and consultants; arranges for correction of defects by contractors during warranty period; schedules and conducts inspections at end of warranty period and assures correction of defects; and recommends final acceptance of facilities on behalf of the City.
• Supervises assigned staff such as the water and wastewater hydraulic modeling group.
• Plans and coordinates activities of personnel assigned to inspect construction and those assigned to assist in administrative tasks.
• Reviews contractors' application for payment.
• Maintains project administrative records and files.
• Performs related work as required.

Requirements
EDUCATION

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree
• Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, building construction, public administration, or a closely related field preferred

EXPERIENCE

• Five (5) years of work experience in the design, construction, and management of construction projects
• Registrations desired: Florida Architect, Engineer, or Licensed General Contractor Registrations.
• Certifications desired: PMP Certification (by PMI or gradual level PMP by a recognized college); Professional Engineer (PE).

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Possession of a valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Must obtain a valid Florida Driver's License prior to hire.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Physical:Light physical effort in sedentary to light work, which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials up to twenty (20) pounds. Descending and climbing stairways and extended periods of standing observation may be required during field activities.
Work Environment:Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment. Tasks are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
Sensory:The ability to perceive and differentiate visual cues or signals. Tasks require the ability to communicate orally and in writing.
Supplemental Information
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS

• Knowledge of building materials, methods, and construction systems.
• Knowledge of building codes, laws, regulations and design standards.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and methods of architectural, engineering, utilities, and public works planning, design, and construction.
• Knowledge of structural design and air-conditioning/plumbing/electrical systems.
• Knowledge of contracts, forms, and procedures relative to building construction activities.
• Knowledge of current construction costs.
• Skill in using Office and department software.
• Ability to inspect complex projects under construction for conformance to contract documents.
• Ability to interpret complex architecture/engineering drawings and specifications related to complex building construction projects.
• Ability to review and suggest changes, additions, and corrections in detailed plans and specifications of construction projects.
• Ability to interpret pertinent laws and regulations and enforce compliance with building designs and construction schedules.
• Ability to analyze bids and make recommendations for award of contract.
• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with competing priorities and varied responsibilities.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively to develop win-win solutions.
• Ability to evaluate the impact of alternative courses of action and evaluate circumstances of an innovative, new, or unprecedented nature.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, management team members, general employees, industry professionals, and the general public.

BENEFITS PACKAGE SUMMARY
SUPERVISORY/PROFESSIONAL
HIRED ON OR AFTER 10/1/18
The description of benefits for which, an employee may be eligible have been generally summarized in this information sheet for your convenience; however, you must refer to all applicable City ordinances, collective bargaining agreements and/or plan documents for specific terms and conditions. These benefits may be affected by future changes in policy, collective bargaining, City ordinances and/or legislative actions. The City reserves the right to increase, modify, decrease or eliminate benefits at any time. No benefit is created or maintained simply based on this document, and its contents do not give rise to any contractual rights related to continuing employment or receipt of benefits between the City of Sunrise and its employees. The information contained herein supersedes any prior benefit sheet(s).
The City of Sunrise is an economic powerhouse in western Broward County encompassing more than 18 square miles. As the host of Sawgrass International Corporate Park - the largest business park in South Florida - Sunrise has its own flourishing job market and currently employs approximately 1,100 employees and numbers continue to rise.
The City takes a very active role in business development, recruitment and prides itself on creating job opportunities for its residents. There are very few communities of similar size that welcome the tens of millions of visitors that we do here in Sunrise, or that can boast the magnitude of regional assets found in our City.
Our City shines and we understand in order to shine brighter; we must continue to recognize our employees as one of our most valuable assets. The City of Sunrise takes great pride in recruiting future employees and developing and retaining current ones by offering our comprehensive compensation and benefits package throughout an employee's career.
5% Supplemental Pay:
Supervisory/Professional employees shall receive a five percent (5%) supplemental pay calculated on the employee's base rate of pay.
City-Paid Medical Benefits:

• Group Health Insurance: The City pays for 100% of the cost for single coverage for full-time employees and 66.66% of cost for Dependent/Family Coverage. Upon retirement and separation from City employment, employee receives a monthly stipend of $350 per month, applicable toward retiree health coverage.
• Life Insurance: $50,000
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D): $50,000
• Eye Care Reimbursement - Up to $250 every two (2) fiscal years (Employee only)
• EKG/Stress Test - Up to $150 reimbursement per fiscal year (Employee only)
• Physical Examination - Up to $250 reimbursement per fiscal year (Employee only)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Cigna Behavioral

Retirement:

• Employee Contribution = 8%
• Vesting = 10 Years
• Average Final Compensation (AFC) = 2.5% of pensionable earnings for each year of creditable service
• Maximum Benefit = 80% of AFC, not to exceed $80,000.
• Normal Retirement = Age 62 and ten (10) years of creditable service.
• Early Retirement = Age 57 and ten (10) years of creditable service, 3% annual reduction for each year prior to normal retirement age.
• 13th check based on monthly retirement, payable if the pension plan funding status is equal to or greater than 100%. Paid in December each year following retirement.
• Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) = 4 years/48 months maximum.
• DROP Interest Rate = 4%, compounded annually.

Longevity:
Based on successful completion of full-time, continuous service with the City, employee shall receive the following:
Years of Creditable Service Longevity Benefit*
10 Years 2.5%
15 Years 2.5%
20 Years 5.0%
* Longevity Benefit calculated on employee's base rate of pay
Paid Holidays:
Employees receive the following City-paid holidays:
• New Year's Day • Veterans' Day
• Martin Luther King Day • Thanksgiving Day
• Memorial Day • Friday after Thanksgiving
• 4th of July, Independence Day • Christmas Day
• Labor Day
Annual Leave:
Annual leave may be taken as earned. Maximum accumulation each fiscal year is 360 hours. At time of resignation or retirement, employee is paid for all annual leave accrued at their current rate of pay. Annual leave is accrued based on continuous, full-time service with the City, as follows:
Completed Months of Service Total Hours/Days Accrued Annually
Up to and including first 60 months 128 hours/16 Days
Greater than 60 months through 120 months 168 hours/21 Days
Greater than 120 months through 204 months 208 hours/26 Days
Greater than 204 months 248 hours/31 Days
Annual Leave Cash Out:
Employee can opt to receive a non-pensionable cash payment twice per year for up to forty (40) hours of annual leave, provided accrued annual leave bank does not fall below eighty (80) hours.
Floating Holidays:
Upon completion of (26) weeks of full-time employment with the City, employee shall be entitled to utilize up to five (5) floating holidays per fiscal year. Floating holidays shall not carry over to the next fiscal year.
Perfect Attendance:
For every six (6) months period (April 1 - September 30) and (October 1 - March 31) in which, no sick or unpaid leave is utilized, an employee shall receive ten (10) hours of annual leave credited. Employees who qualify for a consecutive Perfect Attendance benefit shall receive (14) hours of annual leave credited for each consecutive earning period.
Sick Leave:
Each employee earns (96) hours (12 days) of sick leave annually with no waiting period for use and maximum accrual of 1,440 hours. Upon separation of City employment due to resignation, employee shall receive payment of all accrued sick leave at a rate of twenty- five percent (25%) of the employee's current rate of pay at time of resignation. Upon separation of employment due to retirement, employee shall receive payment of all accrued sick leave at a rate of fifty percent (50%) of the employee's current rate of pay at the time of retirement.
Sick Leave Conversion:
After completion of one (1) year of continuous, full-time employment with the City, an employee may convert their unused portion of their first six (6) days (maximum of forty- eight (48) hours) of accrued sick leave into annual leave. Conversions are subject to the following: A minimum of 96 unused sick leave hours accrued prior to hours being converted, total eligible sick leave hours to be converted shall be reduced hour-for-hour by any sick leave h...