Utility Project Manager Iii

Utility Project Manager III -

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. Visa sponsorship is not available.

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. 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:
Utility Project Manager III Director of Production/Design/Utilities This position manages and coordinates all utility-related activities for minor, major and complex transportation improvement projects, ensuring utility impacts are accurately identified, appropriately addressed, and fully aligned with FDOT design standards, policies, and schedules. It provides advanced engineering expertise to support roadway and bridge design efforts, resolves utility conflicts, prepares and processes utility agreements and invoices, and oversees utility coordination from project development through construction.

Serving as a primary liaison between the Department, utility companies, consultants, and internal offices, this position supports efficient project delivery, ensures compliance with state and federal requirements, and contributes to the successful advancement of the District's five-year work program.

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 One / Director of Production 801 N. Broadway Ave. Bartow, FL, 33830

Your specific responsibilities:
Performs advanced engineering work on major or complex projects such as:
Contacts utility companies and collect pertinent information. Review utility information to determine the location of existing facilities. Review roadway and bridge plans and provide comments to designers regarding possible conflicts with utility facilities. Coordinate with other district offices to evaluate and resolve possible conflicts with utility facilities. Arrange and conduct utility pre-design conferences, with appropriate disciplines, to more fully coordinate disposition of existing facilities.

Attend field reviews with utilities and/or other project staff. Maintains accurate and up to date files on each project. Utilizes the appropriate project tracking systems and procedures. Communicates project schedules and scope changes to utility companies. Reviews and approves final invoice for payment to the utility company. Includes overseeing consultants performing these activities. Reviews and approves consultant invoices through the Consultant Invoice Transmittal System (CITS).

Serves as utility project manager for in-house prepared major or complex transportation improvement projects. Evaluates utility relocation costs with the Design Team and coordinates with the Office of General Counsel for determination of eligibility for utility reimbursement costs. Compiles and evaluates associated project utility invoices for processing through their respective Operation Center and Financial Services Office for final payment. Review utility submittals including mark ups, utility work schedules and utility plans.

Prepare agreements and process for execution. Process right of way documents, specifications and estimates associated with utility facilities, as needed. Process encumbrances and invoices for reimbursable projects. Track Utility Work by Highway Contractor deposits. Prepare certification packages to meet project production schedules. Conduct these activities as required for major or complex projects. Attends various meetings with firms pursuing these projects to provide pertinent information and direction.

Review and comment on utility permits. Participate in the consultant selection process, including attending scope of services meetings,…