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Project Manager

Salary

$77,000.00 - $87,999.00 Annually

Location

Fort Myers, FL

Job Type

Full-Time Regular

Job Number

07611KG

Department

Library System

Opening Date

07/24/2025

Closing Date

8/4/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

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Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented and organized Project Manager to develop, recommend, and oversee maintenance and construction projects for County-owned Library buildings and infrastructure. Working closely with other County departments, this role involves planning, scheduling, budgeting, and making sure that projects meet safety codes, quality standards, and County guidelines.

Driving is required as part of the job. The Project Manager must travel between sites to coordinate with contractors, inspect work, and ensure projects stay on track. Work includes both small and large projects—such as preventive maintenance, capital improvements, emergency repairs, and renovations.

Duties and Responsibilities

+ Plan and manage library project scopes, budgets, and timelines.

+ Working with County Facilities and Construction Management, coordinate contractors and ensure they follow County rules and contract terms.

+ Schedule and track preventive and corrective maintenance across multiple sites.

+ Represent the Library at site visits, pre-bid walkthroughs, and inspections.

+ Prepare project updates, cost estimates, and reports for leadership.

+ Review and approve project documents like plans, change orders, and payment requests.

+ Work with internal library staff to keep operations running smoothly during construction.

+ Keep detailed project records and help with vendor selection and contract paperwork.

Education, Experience, Licensing

+ A combination of education and experience equal to a Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, planning, construction, or a related field.

+ Two (2) years of experience in project management, construction, engineering, public works, or related areas.

+ Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge of:

+ Building systems, maintenance operations, and construction methods.

+ Project management processes and tools.

+ Budgeting, contracts, and purchasing procedures.

+ Local, state, and federal building codes and safety rules.

Skills in:

+ Managing several projects at the same time.

+ Reading construction plans and understanding technical documents.

+ Communicating clearly with staff, contractors, and the public.

+ Using tools like Microsoft Office, project management software, and maintenance systems.

Ability to:

+ Solve problems and make decisions quickly.

+ Write clear reports and project notes.

+ Work well with others inside and outside the organization.

+ Manage contractor performance and meet project deadlines.

+ Track expenses and stick to project budgets.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:

All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.

Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area.

Lee County's benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria.

Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both.

Below is a brief breakdown of what's included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees.

For a more detailed look into our benefits package, please click visit our webpage at www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/FULLTIME%20ACTIVE%20LCBOCC%202024%20Plan%20Year%20OE%20Guide%20FINAL%20AON%202023.09.12.pdf.

To view our employee paid premiums, please visit: https://www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/2024%20Active%20Employee%20Rates.pdf

Health Benefits:

• Medical Insurance

• Plans include, but are not limited to: routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits.

• Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available.

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Medical Reimbursement Account

• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account

• Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy

• Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline)

• Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee)

• Optional Life Insurance

• Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee)

• Short-Term Disability

• Sick Leave Pool

• Flu vaccinations

• Wellness Programs

Financial Benefits:

• Florida Retirement System (FRS)

• Two Retirement Plan Options:

1) FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit)

2) FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution)

• Deferred Compensation (457) Plans

• Financial Savings/Management Programs

• Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union

• Employee Leave Benefits

• Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually

• Paid Sick Leave

• Paid Vacation Leave

• Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave

• Family and Medical Leave

• Military Family & Medical Leave

• Educational Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents.

United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program)

Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors.

Educational Assistance

Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform.

01

Do you possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record?

+ Yes

+ No

02

How would you rate your familiarity with building codes and safety regulations?

+ Not familiar

+ Basic understanding

+ Moderate experience

+ Expert knowledge

03

How would you rate your ability to communicate with contractors, County staff, and the public?

+ I prefer working independently and have limited communication with external parties.

+ I communicate occasionally with staff and vendors but not in a leadership role.

+ I frequently communicate with multiple stakeholders to coordinate project efforts.

+ I lead meetings, negotiate with vendors, and serve as the primary point of contact for projects.

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Employer

Lee County Government

Address

Phone

(239) 533-2245

Website

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/leecounty

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