CONSTRUCTION PROJECT REPRESENTATIVE

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CONSTRUCTION PROJECT REPRESENT

Department/Location: Public Works & Utilities/ Construction Services 
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Classification: This position may require the employee to report for duty before, during and after a hurricane or emergency.

 
Schedule: This position normally works a regular weekday daytime shift and may require work hours beyond a normal schedule, evenings, weekends and holidays and/or immediate response to emergency conditions.

Supervision Exercised: None

Supervision Received: Reports to the Construction Manager, Associate Directors and Director of Public Work? & Utilities, and City Administration.

General Purpose of the Position:         Is responsible for supporting the project management efforts by developing and coordinating Construction Services projects within the Public Works & Utilities Department. Oversees and administratively supports the initiation, planning, programming, design, execution, and inspection of multiple construction projects to ensure efficiencies, compliance, finance administration, and documentation. Supports and assists the Construction Manager and Associate Directors of Public Works & Utilities in applying critical path analysis, administrative documentation, budgeting, procurement of complex construction payment schedules, technical/scheduling application, contract coordination and effective, timely and expeditious management. Oversees the entire project's development and administrative lifecycle from inception to completion. Works closely and in collaboration with the Capital Improvement Fiscal Program Manager and the Purchasing Manager to ensure strategic and efficient management of infrastructure investments/improvements including utilities, roads, storm water systems, all forms of municipal facilities, and capital improvement projects as assigned. Works closely with Information Technology to utilize project management tools/software to track, schedule, monitor, and report on individual projects/project portfolio.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
•        Provide administrative support function to the Construction Services Manager.
•        Effectively coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of tasks across all departments.
•        Plan and manage municipal infrastructure projects from concept to completion, as it pertains to budgeting, resource allocation, outsourcing, scheduling, design review, compliance, and close-out.
•        Collaborate with engineers, information technologies, contractors, utility companies, and regulatory agencies to develop scope, timelines, and project deliverables.
•        Prepare and track project documentation such as RFPs, RFQs, cost estimates, assist staff with grant applications, and grant reporting.
•        Identify potential risk factors and collaborate with staff to develop contingency plans that effectively mitigate those risks.
•       May serve as the City's representative during construction; monitor project progress, coordinate field adjustments, and ensure timely and within-budget completion.
•       Track and report on all capital projects and assist in preparing and amending multi-year capital improvement plans.
•       Create, track, and coordinates preventative maintenance for and long-term improvement programs for City of Bradenton infrastructure.
•       Serves as a liaison between the Public Works & Utilities Department and residents, contractors, vendors, and regional/state agencies.
•         Responsible for administering direct purchase orders (DPOs), review of change order requests (CORs)and track requests for information (RFls) during the construction period.
•         Responsible for collection of all as-built drawings, component shop drawings, product literature/ manuals and warranties at project closeout.
•         Works closely with Information Technology and the City of Bradenton's Construction Services while adhering to the Project Portfolio Management Strategy and Construction Management Policy.
•         Responds to citizen inquiries and service requests in a timely and professional manner.
•         May attend meetings and public hearings as needed to present updates or gather community input on public works matters.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities Required:
•         Strong project management and organizational skills, able to manage multiple complex projects at once.
•         Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and regulatory documents.
•         Effective written and verbal communication skills, including technical report writing and public presentations.
•         Knowledge of all rules, regulations and Florida Statutes governing construction of public facilities with public funding.
•         Strong understanding of project lifecycle and construction processes.
•         Strong understanding of municipal infrastructure, public procurement, permitting, and funding sources (including grants).
•         Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures.
•         Knowledge of principles and practices of effective leadership and supervision.
•         Knowledge of principles of design, construction, and maintenance of public works projects.
•         Ability to communicate information to technical and non-technical audiences both verbally and in writing.
•         Ability to manage an operating budget.
•         Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
•         Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees (including Mayor, City Council and department heads), outside agencies and the public, as necessitated by the work.
•         Demonstrates initiative, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
•         Performs other related duties as assigned.

Environmental Conditions: Considerable office/administrative and outdoor work performed mostly in field settings. Occasionally works in adverse weather conditions. May occasionally work in high, precarious spaces and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electric shock and vibration. Noisy conditions. Safety equipment provided.

Computer Equipment and Software Requirements: Personal computer, digital camera, pipe locator, pressure gauges, mobile or portable radio, and cell phone. Knowledge of computer software programs (Microsoft Office Suite products), various Project Management programs, technical computer programs, construction machines, equipment, materials and generally accepted operations and construction practices in all types of public works projects. Proficient with technology solutions including project management/scheduling software, asset management systems, and GIS is a plus.

Education and Experience Required: Associates or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field from an accredited college. Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience in the field of public works and/or project management including supervisory experience.

At the discretion of the City Administrator or designee, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to provide the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the job will be considered.

Good driving record. Possession of and ability to maintain a Florida Driver's License required.

 
Pay Grade: 120

This job description in no way states or implies that these arc the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. Duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at wili» relationship.

Position : 541133001

Code : 1108-1

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location : ENGINEERING DIVISION

Grade : NONR120

Group : NON REPRES

Job Class : CONSTRUCTION PROJ REP

Posting Start : 10/14/2026

Posting End : 12/31/9999

Salary: $29.20-$49.64