Project Manager

About Orange County Government

Orange County Government is dedicated to serving the public with integrity, fairness, and professionalism. We innovate policies and services to benefit Central Florida and enhance our community's future, providing a workplace that fosters exceptional organizational values, outstanding customer service, and employee satisfaction. We are committed to equal employment opportunities.

Role Overview

The Project Manager will oversee multiple construction projects, managing all phases from planning through successful completion. This role involves coordinating workforce, equipment, and contractors efficiently and exercising independent judgment under departmental supervision, with performance evaluated through outcomes and feedback.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate projects across Orange County departments from design to delivery phases.
• Administer project management tasks including consultant procurement, contract negotiations, reporting, and monitoring.
• Contribute to project planning, budgeting, cost estimation, and expenditure tracking along with scheduling.
• Supervise construction activities to ensure quality and progress, producing observation reports.
• Manage technical aspects of projects by assessing needs and developing specifications and plans.
• Execute quality control measures using specified inspection and testing equipment.
• Conduct research on historical data to aid project planning.
• Maintain effective document control for project communications and records.
• Provide leadership and guidance to assistant project managers and relevant personnel.
• Prepare and assist in delivering presentations on project proposals and status updates to boards, agencies, or public groups.
• Engage with citizens and attend public meetings concerning projects, handling media interactions if required.
• Perform any related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution plus five years of relevant experience are required. Equivalent experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Experience

• Background in event management, strategic planning, or project management.
• Experience managing large event venue operations, especially convention centers.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary range is hourly between $45.57 and $59.24, exempt status with placement depending on education and experience.

• 10 paid holidays plus up to 2 floating holidays yearly.
• 18 annual paid time off days.
• Longevity bonuses based on service duration.
• Six days of paid sick leave per year.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options with low-cost premiums.
• Basic life, long-term disability, and employee assistance programs effective immediately.
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
• Employee assistance includes counseling, legal advice, financial planning, and personal balance support.
• Access to fitness centers and recreation facilities.
• Onsite wellness coaching from dieticians and nurses.
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan forgiveness programs.

Additional Information

Applicants claiming Veterans' Preference must provide eligibility documentation by the posting close date, including cover letter and supporting documents, referencing the job ID, title, full name, and last four digits of social security number. Current employees returning from military service may have promotion preferences under specific conditions.

Education acquired outside the U.S. must be credential-evaluated by approved organizations at the applicant's expense.

Selected candidates must complete background, drug, and physical screenings and provide employment references.

Location

Position is at Orange County Convention Center, 9800 International Dr., Orlando, FL 32819.