CONSTRUCTION MANAGER - 55007467
Date: Jan 8, 2026
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Requisition No: 867632
Agency: Department of Transportation
Working Title: CONSTRUCTION MANAGER - 55007467
Pay Plan: SES
Position Number: 55007467
Salary: $100,131.08 - $129,581.40
Posting Closing Date: 01/22/2026
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STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION
409/WEST PALM BEACH CONSTRUCTION
OPEN COMPETITIVE
SELECTED EXEMPT SERVICE
FULL-TIME
CONTACT PERSON: Chamwattee Ali
CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS: Chamwattee.ali@dot.state.fl.us
ANTICIPATED HIRING SALARY: $119,854.80 annually
Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system.
To ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work. Unless explicitly requested, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited, and any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration.
Candidates must be United States (U.S.) citizens, or lawfully authorized alien workers, and must possess work authorization for any U.S. employer. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Our Mission
The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state's economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida's environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state's communities.
Our Vision
As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.
The Work You Will Do:
Construction Manager - District Four/Director of Operations/District Construction
The Difference You Will Make:
Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication.
How You Will Grow:
FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency's learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses.
Where You Will Work:
District 4 - Palm Beach Operations, 7900 Forest Hill Blvd., West Palm Beach, FL 33413
Annual Salary Range:
$100,131.08 - $129,581.40
Your Specific Responsibilities:
Performs and serves as a Construction Manager for the Palm Beach Operations Construction Office in support of highway and bridge construction program. Supervises employees by communicating regularly, plans, organizes, coordinates and schedules assigned work for employees. Motivates, trains and evaluates employees on the performance of their duties. Supervises subordinates administering consultant and construction contracts, final estimates preparation, and materials coordination. Ensures all work is completed in compliance with the established procedures for each discipline. Advises staff with regard to all aspects of Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) construction contract administration matters. Participates in applicant selection and hiring process. Provides employee orientation, training, counseling and disciplinary actions, and prepares employee performance evaluations.
Oversees project administration by monitoring the activities of contractors and subcontractors to ensure compliance with the contract documents. Monitors field related project issues and provides guidance to project staff in handling construction engineering problems effectively and timely. Assists Construction Engineer and/or Operations Engineer in administration of the construction office by reviewing, analyzing and making decisions or recommendations on contract and engineering specification interpretation, scope and intent of contracts, time extensions, supplemental agreements and claims or disputes. Ensures proper preparation and timely submittal of project documentation by the Project Administrator (Monthly Estimate, Supplemental Agreements, Monthly Status Reports, Contractor's rating, etc.). This position will make field reviews and inspections. This position will sign and seal engineering documents.
Performs Consultant Construction Engineering and Inspection (CCEI) contract administration. Develops manpower estimates, scope of services, technical questions and other necessary materials for consultant selection. Review and recommend approval of monthly invoices and personnel action requests within the required timeframes. Performs quarterly CCEI evaluations and completed final CCEI rating within 30 days of completion of CEI services.
Conducts public relations activities by resolving conflicts/issues with citizens who are affected by projects under the Department's jurisdiction. Discusses projects with various groups and business representatives. Notify the public of upcoming construction activities, as well as, providing status reports during the life of the project as required.
Oversees contract-related activities such as testing of materials, methods of construction and measurement of quantities. Oversees preparation of the Final Estimate Package for each assigned project and ensures the Final Estimate is prepared in compliance with the Basis of Estimates Manual, Construction Project Administration Manual, Field Standards for Final Estimates Manual, contract specifications and other related documents.
The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
Knowledge of the concepts, terminology, principles of road and bridge construction and maintenance.
Knowledge of engineering design, construction, production and/or operations.
Knowledge of Construction Project Administration Manual.
Knowledge of conflict resolution and negotiating techniques. Skilled in utilizing problem solving techniques.
Skills in:
Skilled in contract administration and related activities between the department and contractor.
Skilled in using computer software applications.
Skilled in utilizing problem solving techniques.
Ability to:
Ability to determine work priorities, assign work, and ensure proper completion of work assignments.
Ability to implement programs necessary to achieve objectives.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to supervise people.
Ability to direct, monitor and inspect engineering projects.
Ability to analyze and interpret engineering data.
Licensure/Registration/Certification Requirements:
Licensure with the State Board of Professional Engineers under Chapter 471 Florida Statute
Other Job-Related Requirements:
A valid Class E Driver's License is required
This position requires a valid Class E driver license with an acceptable driving record in accordance with the Department's Driver's Record Requirements Policy. An unacceptable driving record is defined as any of the following:
three (3) or more moving violations in the past three (3) years that accumulate three (3) or more points per violation.
any two (2) convictions of reckless driving in the past three (3) years.
a suspension or revocation of the driver license for moving violations in the past three (3) years; and
a suspension or revocation for refusal to take a sobriety test, or any suspension or revocation for a DUI conviction, in the past four (4) years.
Your driving record will be reviewed and the status of your driver's license confirmed.
The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
Health insurance (over 90% of employer paid)
$25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)
Dental, vision and supplemental insurances
State of Florida retirement package
10 paid holidays a year
Generous vacation and sick leave
Career advancement opportunities
Tuition waiver for public college courses
A variety of training opportunities
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
For additional benefit information available to State of Florida employees, visit: https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS), unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.
THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES AND SUPPORTS EMPLOYMENT OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES. QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. In accordance with Section 110.112, Florida Statutes, and the Florida Department of Transportation's Individuals with Disabilities Affirmative Action Plan, the agency is committed to ensuring affirmative action and equal employment opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities. Upon request and as appropriate, reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities may be provided. Please contact the Florida Department of Transportation's Human Resources Office at (850) 414-5300 for assistance.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Location:
WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33413
Nearest Major Market:Palm Beach
Nearest Secondary Market:Miami
