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Polk County

County government administering budgets and services

Senior Capital Projects Manager

Water Resources EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeWinter Haven, FL, USA$92.2k - $138.2k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Extensive knowledge of civil and environmental engineering principles related to water, wastewater, and reclaimed water systems.
  • Advanced knowledge of regulatory requirements governing utility infrastructure projects.
  • Strong understanding of engineering design standards, utility construction practices, and capital project delivery methods.
  • Ability to lead multidisciplinary project teams and manage complex infrastructure programs.
  • Ability to analyze technical, operational, and financial data to support decision making.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and project management tools.
  • Graduation from an ABET-accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in civil or environmental engineering.
  • At least ten years of experience in engineering design, permitting, and project or construction management involving water and wastewater utilities.
  • At least four years of supervisory or senior project management experience.
  • Must possess or obtain a valid Florida driver's license within 30 days of employment.
  • Must possess and maintain a current Professional Engineer license in Florida.
  • A comparable amount of related training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications, subject to the County's determination.

Responsibilities

  • Manage complex Utilities Capital Improvement Program projects from conceptual planning through design, permitting, construction, and close-out.
  • Monitor project schedules, budgets, and performance to ensure alignment with County objectives.
  • Present project updates and technical information to County leadership, regulatory agencies, and public stakeholders.
  • Provide technical review and guidance for engineering reports, design plans, specifications, cost estimates, and construction documents.
  • Lead project teams and mentor engineering and project management staff.
  • Oversee procurement and administration of professional services and construction contracts.
  • Review consultant and contractor invoices and ensure compliance with contract requirements.
  • Coordinate consultants, contractors, and project teams across project planning, design, and construction activities.
  • Conduct engineering analyses and evaluations; manage project budgets, schedules, reporting, and documentation.
  • Coordinate with regulatory agencies, County departments, elected officials, and the development community; support Utilities leadership with strategic planning, capital improvement programming, and long-term infrastructure planning.
  • Work before, during, or after emergencies and, during emergencies, perform duties outside the normal scope of the position, location, or work schedule as needed.

About the Company

Polk County

County government administering budgets and services

Polk County is governed by the Board of County Commissioners elected by residents. The annual budget funds public safety, courts, infrastructure, health and welfare programs, libraries, parks, housing, waste and water services, and transportation, and the Commission sets zoning, building codes, and development plans. A central budget allocates funds to departments and the Commission enforces codes and oversees programs. Its goal is to provide essential public services and maintain infrastructure for safe, healthy, thriving communities.

Company size
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Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$10K
Headquarters
Winter Haven, FL
Founded
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