OPS Government Operations Consultant - Assistant Construction Project Manager

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Date:
Oct 7, 2026

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Requisition No:885027

The OPS Government Operations Consultant I ) serves in the Bureau of Design and Construction (BDC), Construction Section. This role provides assistant project management support for construction projects relating to new state park development, renovation, rehabilitation, and facility repair throughout Southwest Florida. The position supports the BDC Construction Projects Consultant through contract management assistance, project documentation review, inspections, tracking, reporting, and other construction‑related administrative functions.

This position does not include supervisory responsibility.

• General principles, techniques, materials and equipment utilized in building construction.
• Contract management and administration.
• General administrative concepts.

• Microsoft Office suite.
• Planning, organizing and coordinating building construction program activities.
• Problem solving.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others.
• Understanding and applying applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Maintain organized and consistent project files.
• Work well independently and as part of a team.
• Travel occasionally.

• Architecture/engineering design, construction, production and/or operations.
• Construction project management; analyzing and interpreting architecture/engineering data.

$17.00 - $20.00 per hour

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state’s lead agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air, water and land. The vision of DEP is to advance Florida’s position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state’s economy. DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly.

Tallahassee, Florida’s Capitol City, lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads combines old world charm with a modern pace of life. Home to two major universities as well as state government, Tallahassee is a mid‑size city in the heart of Florida’s Big Bend. Tallahassee is a highly desirable location for both those seeking their first job or those ready to enter the next exciting chapter in their career.

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s benefits package for eligible OPS employees includes:

• Participation in state group insurance(must meet eligibility requirements*).
• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan, for more information, please visit Corebridge Financial ).

* Seasonal and part‑time OPS employees (less than 30 hours average per week) refer to the links above for detailed eligibility requirements.

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