Construction Project Administrator

Position: CONSTRUCTION PROJECT ADMINISTRATOR I - 55003089
Requisition no: 870190

agency: department of transportation

working title: construction project administrator i
- pay plan: career service

position number:

salary: $63,846.14 - $82,624.42

posting closing date: 02/25/2026

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state of florida department of transportation

job posting description

191 / heartland operations center

anticipated vacancy / open competitive

career service

full-time

contact person: dennis day

contact phone number:

contact email address: dennis.dayte.fl.us

hiring salary range: $2,861.31 / biweekly

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.

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 project administrator i

district one / district construction / heartland operations center

this position will play a key role in promoting safety while ensuring work is being performed in compliance with department policies and standards on minor to mid-size construction projects.

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:

heartland operations center

4722 kenilworth blvd.

sebring, fl 33870

annual salary range:

$2861.31 biweekly

your specific responsibilities:

performs engineering work on multiple minor to mid-size projects of low complexity. Assures that highway and bridge projects are constructed in accordance with contract documents. Assists project personnel, including contractor, in solving problems that may arise during construction. Supervises subordinate staff on assigned projects for satisfactory job performance ensuring their compliance with department policies and procedures related to construction engineering and inspection.

Ensures that clear, accurate records are kept of all construction related activities. Communicates on a regular basis with supervisors, contractors and project personnel, both individually and in meetings to discuss work coordination, performance, and resolves project issues that may arise during construction. May be required to operate a florida department of transportation vehicle.

prepares job related correspondence for contract modifications with supervisor and office engineering staff. Prepares or assists in taking construction measurements and the preparation of weekly progress reports and monthly reports for final estimates. Monitors sampling and testing of materials used on projects and certifies proper requirements are met and documented. Reviews daily reports and prepares and transmits monthly progress estimates, prepares final estimates and develops contract modifications to compensate for additional work and time.

Certifies that all monthly and final payments submitted for a…