Project Manager - Peace River Manasota Regional Water Supply Authority : Job Details

The Peace River Manasota Regional Water Supply Authority (Authority) is a regional public water supplier that currently provides 30 million gallons of wholesale drinking water per day to approximately 1,000,000 people in a rapidly growing region of southwest Florida. Authority water supplies currently include the Peace River, two large surface water reservoirs capable of storing 6.5 billion gallons of water, two Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) Wellfields, and a 51 MGD water treatment facility. The Authority is currently in the process of planning for and developing new water supply source, storage, and treatment facilities to meet a projected need for approximately 23 MGD or more of new water supply over the next two decades. To assist our team in continuing to successfully accomplish our mission to supply safe, resilient, environmentally sustainable, and cost-effective water supplies to our region, the Authority is hiring a Project Manager. The selected candidates will be classified and compensated as a Project Manager I, Project Manager II, or Project Manager III, commensurate with education and experience. The position is situated at the Authoritys Peace River Facility located approximately five miles north of I-75 Kings Highway Exit 170 in the vicinity of Port Charlotte, Florida. JOB SUMMARY This position is responsible for performing and/or reviews planning, design, construction and regulatory compliance work efforts supporting water production and water supply operations. Employees in this class perform duties of considerable difficulty requiring initiative and judgment under general supervision. You can find the full job descriptions for each level of Project Manager at www.regionalwater.org/careers. QUALIFICATIONS Required Education and Experience Project Manager I Bachelors Degree; and at least two (2) years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of pertinent education and experience. Project Manager II Bachelors Degree; and five (5) years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of pertinent education and experience. Project Manager III Bachelors Degree; and at least ten (10) years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of pertinent education and experience. Special Qualifications: A valid State of Florida drivers license to operate the motor vehicle operated. The requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment. Within two years of employment or placement o Completion of Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) through the Project Management Institute Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of water resources and supplies 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 water supply planning, design, permitting and construction processes Knowledge of regulatory requirements and processes Ability to supervise the work of consultants and guide lower-level staff Ability to perform complex mathematical calculations and effectively analyze data. 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 organizations needs. Ability to operate a motor vehicle, motorboat, and boat trailer properly and safely within one year of hire Job applications can be found at [email protected]. For further information call (941) ###-####. The Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer and drug-free workplace. Preference in initial appointment to certain positions will be extended to eligible veterans and spouses of veterans. To receive veterans preference, documentation must be submitted at the time of application.