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Requisition No: 882969 

Agency: Department of Transportation

Working Title: MAINTENANCE PROJECT MANAGER II - 55008853

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 55008853 

Salary:  $73,077.08 - $94,570.33 

Posting Closing Date: 09/11/2026 

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STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION

Cost Center 592 / Leesburg Operations

OPEN COMPETITIVE

CAREER SERVICE

FULL-TIME

CONTACT PERSON:  Marilyn Booth

CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: 352-326-7730

CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS:  Marilyn.Booth@dot.state.fl.us

ANTICIPATED BI-WEEKLY HIRING SALARY:  $3,306.92 ($85,979.92/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.  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:

Maintenance Project Manager II – District Five / Leesburg Maintenance

This position will perform advanced work on the development, oversight, management, and administration of multiple contracts.

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:

Leesburg Operations

1405 Thomas Avenue

Leesburg, FL 34748

Annual Salary Range:

$73,077.08  - $94,570.33 

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Perform advanced work on the development, oversight, management, and administration of multiple contracts. Reviews, monitors, and coordinates the preparation, scheduling, and execution of work order driven, asset maintenance, and other performance-based contracts, requiring an in-depth knowledge of contract and budget administration procedures. Administer all contract requirements including, but not limited to: complete Asset Maintenance Monitoring Plan, enforcement of the Maintenance Rating Program (MRP) payment and retainage and/or penalties as required. Ensure timely encumbrance and expenditure of funds within the fiscal year time frame. Coordinate between the State Maintenance Office, Department of Corrections, District Maintenance Office, District Contracts Office, and local maintenance and construction offices to ensure the development and implementation of the Maintenance Contract Program. Monitor assigned projects to ensure the administration is in accordance with the contract documents and all department policies and procedures. Review contractor’s technical proposals and serves as an advisor to Technical Review Committee as assigned.

Process monthly invoices and apply any pay adjustments. Coordinate day to day with all assigned Contractual Partners including resolving all non-compliance assessments and audit results, documenting all correspondence to the Contractor. Review and approve lane closure requests. Advise higher level managers in District and Central Office on problems or policies related to administrative issues. Report on the status of all assigned contracts and make recommendations for future improvements. Process invoices/warrants in accordance with provisions and requirements of Section 215.422. 

Attend project scope, pre-construction, and project progress meetings. Manage and monitor respective projects for satisfactory performance and compliance with Department specifications, policies, and procedures. Coordinate and facilitate the issuance of work documents and work orders for contracts. Review reports of inspection; verify, prepare and process pay estimates and all other required project correspondence. Review and approve invoices. Develop contract modifications. Review and make recommendations for further action with respect to contract claims. Coordinates Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) approval and field inspections when necessary. Recommend final acceptance of projects. Perform contractor performance evaluations and in-depth engineering reviews. Prepare and process project close-outs.

Monitor and assure contract compliance requirements in accordance with the Business Growth and Engagement (BGE) Office are met by the contractor. Develop and maintain files. Attend Quality Assessment Reviews and draft responses to reports. Assist in handling all Disputes Review Board (DRB) hearings and make recommendations to the Operations Engineer. 

Manage public relations and resolution of customer concerns related to assigned projects under contract. Maintain contact with elected officials, general public, and representatives conducting business with the Department. Provide timely and accurate written and verbal responses while promoting courteous, professional, and respectful interactions with all customers. Ensure compliance with Department policies and procedures. Provide engineering support in resolving project related problems. Provide technical assistance and related coordination activities with other entities within project limits.

Review Work Program Design and Construction Projects within the limits of Asset Maintenance Contract limits. Act as liaison between the Asset Contractor, the Design Project Manager, or other Department Units within the project limits.

The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Engineering concepts.
• Principles and terminology 
• Construction plans, contract specifications and contract administration.
• Roadway construction and maintenance contracting procedures.
• Microsoft Office Software.

Skills in:

• Using engineering tools, equipment and/or instruments.
• Conflict resolution.
• Reviewing, analyzing and negotiating contracts, claims or time extensions.
• Processing contractor/vendor payments through various computer applications.

Ability to:

• Monitor and inspect engineering projects.
• Evaluate and analyze data.
• Prepare reports.
• Effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Plan, organize, coordinate and schedule work assignments.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Other Job-Related Requirements:

• A valid Class "E" driver's license is required.
• Due to the nature of this position, the incumbent must respond to emergencies.
• Must obtain certification in Temporary Traffic Control (Maintenance of Traffic) – Advanced Level within one year and maintain it.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Certificate of High School Equivalency and two years of infrastructure design, construction, or maintenance experience OR 
• An Associate’s Degree.

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:

1. three (3) or more moving violations in the past three (3) years that accumulate three (3) or more points per violation;
2. any two (2) convictions of reckless driving in the past three (3) years;
3. a suspension or revocation of the driver license for moving violations in the past three (3) years; and
4. 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 license confirmed.

• Health insurance (over 90% employer paid)
• $25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)