Project Manager II – Land Management & Water Resources Full Time

The Peace River Manasota Regional Water Supply Authority is hiring a Project Manager II – Land Management and Water Resources. This position will work out of the Peace River Facility located approximately five miles north of I-75 Kings Highway Exit 170.

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for performing project management duties for land management on the 6,000 acres of RV Griffin Reserve and adjacent Authority water supply facilities in southwest DeSoto County, the performance of water resource monitoring and compliance reporting to regulatory agencies, and monitoring and management of Authority water supply sources. Employees in this class perform duties of considerable difficulty requiring initiative and judgment under general supervision.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Oversees land management of the approximately 6,000 acres of RV Griffin Reserve and adjacent Authority water supply facilities, including but not limited to natural environmental and manmade wetland mitigation features, road and trail maintenance, onsite land activities and access, fire management, and other pertinent activities.
• Assists in coordinating and general oversight of access and onsite activities by outside parties such as contractors, consultants, land maintenance personnel, and members of the public conducting recreational activities in public access areas.
• Land management related coordination with Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD), Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP), local law enforcement, and other outside parties.
• Oversees water resource and water supply monitoring and compliance reporting to regulatory agencies such as SWFWMD, FWC, and FDEP.
• Monitoring and management assistance with Authority water supply resources and related resources and infrastructure, particularly Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) wells, brackish groundwater wells, environmental systems, and surface water supply sources (Peace River and large-scale water storage reservoirs).
• Participates in water supply related permitting and compliance activities.
• Provides general guidance and training to other lower level staff.
• Coordination with other large-scale landowners and water users that may affect or be affected by Authority water supply-related activities, as assigned, including but not limited to Horse Creek Stewardship Program.
• Participates in the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) for the Charlotte & Heartland National Estuary Partnership.
• Assesses project staffing needs and recommends appropriate staffing levels.
• Establishes procedures and guidelines to ensure effective project outcomes.
• Prepares and monitors project schedules to ensure timely completion of projects.
• Prepares and monitors project budgets to ensure cost-effective project completion.
• Coordinates project activities with appropriate internal staff, local governments, and regulatory agencies.
• Reviews and comments on draft planning, engineering, geologic, and other scientific reports.
• Provides technical assistance to support water supply facility operations, repairs, and construction.
• Supervises or participates in the preparation of regulatory compliance-related reports and submittals.
• Trains, plans, directs and reviews the work of one or more staff members in the department or assigned to projects.
• Prepares work orders on contracts and processes the invoices for work performed.
• Schedules recurring inspections for various operations systems.
• Negotiates project pricing and related activities based on the scope of work for various projects.
• Organizes, coordinates, and attends project progress meetings with consultants and construction groups.
• Participates in the department cross-training initiatives to acquire knowledge and skill sets to support the Authority.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree; and five (5) years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Qualifications

• A valid State of Florida driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle. The requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.
• Within two years of employment or placement
  • Completions of Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) through the Project Management Institute.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of project management principles and practice
• Knowledge of the functions, activities, requirements and objectives of assigned projects
• Knowledge of the PRMRWSA policies and procedures
• Knowledge of design and construction process
• Ability to supervise the work of consultants
• Ability to perform complex mathematical calculations
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to plan, organize, schedule and conduct work under minimal supervision
• Ability to identify hazards and apply appropriate safety precautions
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Ability to use and be proficient in the use of computer systems, modern office equipment, and computer software, including the Microsoft Office suite
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of management and other staff members and demonstrate initiative, mature judgment, customer orientation, and ability to anticipate the organization’s needs.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle, motorboat and boat trailer properly and safely.

Job applications can be found at www.regionalwater.org. Interested candidates must submit a complete application to [email protected]. For further information call 941.316.1776

The Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace. Preference in initial appointment to certain positions will be extended to eligible veterans and spouses of veterans. To receive a veteran’s preference, documentation must be submitted at the time of application.