Department:

Public UtilitiesAbout Our Job

Are you a skilled project manager with a passion for utility infrastructure and contract management?
We're looking for a driven professional to take the lead on high-impact utility projects, overseeing complex contracts from initiation to closeout. In this key role, you'll manage contractor performance, conduct technical reviews, approve invoices, and ensure compliance with contract requirements—all while working closely with internal teams and external partners to deliver results. You'll also play a vital part in aligning projects with the department’s strategic goals and operational needs.

Job Description:

If you're ready to bring your expertise to a dynamic, fast-growing team, apply today and help shape the future of our utilities!

About This Role

Manage vendor contracts and utility projects.

Contracts encompass a wide range of activities within the utility system, including but not limited to Meter change-out, valve projects, hydrant maintenance, water treatment facility projects, pump station projects, and other work throughout the potable water distribution systems.Ensure ongoing support for the Water Division’s operational needs.Manage complex utility contracts and projects, including vendor coordination.Serve as liaison between the department and contractors, resolving issues as needed.Develop scopes of work, drafts specifications, and reviews utility project plans.Review and approve project reports, invoices, and contractor performance.Conduct trend analysis and forecasting to support project outcomes.Support department’s strategic and business plan development.Ensure compliance with County standards, regulations, and contract terms.Oversee Contract Manager responsibilities, including performance monitoring and deficiency resolution.Lead contractor orientation meetings and supervises assigned Project Managers.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

About You

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Project Management, or a highly related field AND five (5) years of CIP and/or project management experience.-OR- Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Project Management, or a highly related field AND four (4) years of industry experience.-OR- Job-related experience can substitute for education on a year-for-year basis depending on the type of experience.A valid Florida driver’s license at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

Lean Six Sigma green or black belt, prior hands-on experience with utility projects.Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification. Comprehensive project management experience in construction, contract administration, project management, asset management, and operational maintenance experience in a public utilities.

Subject to Passing Substance Screening:  This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening.  An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment in any class for a period of five (5) years.
 

About Everything Else

Starting Pay Range: $71,000.00 - $86,000.00/ annually, based on experience.

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Employee Type:Regular (Budgeted)

Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s).

If you are selected to join our team, please click on this link to review the Required First Day Documents. You will need to present the following items on your first day:

1. I-9 Acceptable Documents to show your identity and authorization to work. Use this link to learn more and review the different document options: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

If your position requires a Florida Driver’s License, this must be one of your documents. (Your Florida Driver’s License can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List B Documents.)  

2. U.S. Social Security Card (signed, physical card). This is a requirement of our Payroll Department and failure to provide this document could jeopardize timely compensation. (Your U.S. Social Security Card can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List C Documents.)  

Benefits:

Enjoy great benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more! For more information about employee benefits, please click this link or visit SCGov.net for additional information.Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms and classes at multiple Sarasota County Government locations. Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!)

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