Utilize your expertise in planning, construction, operations, maintenance, of utilities projects and programs.  Pinellas County has your next career opportunity!!

Perform managerial level professional engineering work in a wide variety of utilities engineering projects.  This position is a team supervisor responsible for planning, coordinating, and reviewing the work of subordinate professional and technical employees engaged in planning, construction, operations, maintenance, of utilities projects and programs within a unit.  Emphasis of the work is planning and coordinating a large number of projects and programs from inception to completion; contract administration; and extensive coordination with consultants, contractors and other governmental entities.  Work is highly complex and involves a wide range of public contact in coordinating delegated county engineering activities with both public and private organizations. Incumbent demonstrates diplomacy and assertiveness in order to maintain schedules, budgets and enforce standards. Provides guidance to others in accomplishing their work and mentors their subordinates in developing their skills to enhance their performance.  

This Engineer 3 (Project Management) position is located at: 14 South Fort Harrison Avenue, Clearwater, FL  33756.  Work Schedule:  Some Remote Work Available.

What Will You Do?

• Supervise, coordinate, and provide technical guidance to a medium size engineering function such as an ancillary of a major engineering division.

• Supervise the construction, of utilities projects, and associated impacted infrastructure.  

• Provide direct input into the planning, coordination, review and updating and improving the SCADA and GIS computer systems.

• Supports project coordinators in resolving conflicts.

• Supervise professional and technical staff in the preparation and review of plans, cost estimates, specifications, and computations.

• Conduct, coordinate, or supervise utilities engineering studies, and design projects. 

• Conduct and coordinate contract administration services for all consulting engineering contracts which entails preparing progress reports, attending meetings, tracking of consultant’s progress, review of plans and specifications, review of pay requests, and coordination and review of construction activities.

• Coordinate and may conduct neighborhood meetings with public to explain project scope and impacts.  

• Coordinate with the Florida Department of Transportation, U.S. Army Corps, Southwest Florida Water Management, Florida Department of Environmental Protection and other agencies for grants, permits and compliance.

• Utilize principles and practices of engineering, related to water, wastewater, reclaimed water utilities.  

•  Utilize modern developments, current literature and trends in the field of engineering specialization.

•  Utilize project management software.

• Utilize GIS computer systems.

•  Design, permitting, and construction of public works and utility projects.

• Utilize federal, state, and local regulations in relation to public works and utilities projects regarding environmental, hazardous material and construction safety issues.

• Utilize engineering instruments and equipment.

• Apply computer applications and software.

• Plan and direct the work of professional engineers, contractors, technicians and clerical personnel in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.

• Give technical and professional review to a wide variety and large volume of engineering plans, specifications and related documents.

• Address civic, public or private organizations relative to engineering programs and projects.

• Enforce departmental policies. 

• Present clear and concise reports, orally and in writing. 

• Perform other related job duties as assigned. 

What Do You Need?

Experience:  Design and construction of public works projects, to include 3 years supervising professional engineering functions.  One year supervising professional engineering functions.

Degree:  Civil Engineering or other relevant engineering discipline.

Licensure:  Professional engineering license from the State of Florida (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire through reciprocity/comity).

•          Bachelor’s Degree, PE Licensure, and at least 8 years as described above.

•          Master’s Degree, PE Licensure, and at least 6 years as described above.

•          An equivalent combination of training and experience.

•      Project Management training (CAPM or equivalent) required within 1 year of hire.

•      Valid Florida Driver’s License at time of hire.

•      Assignment to work a variety of work schedules including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations.  

Highly Desirable 

• Project Management Professional (PMP).

• Certified Associated in Project Management (CAPM).

Why choose Pinellas County?

When you join Pinellas County, you’re not just taking on a job—you’re investing in your future. We believe in supporting our employees with exceptional benefits that help you thrive both professionally and personally. Here's why our benefits stand out as some of the best in the area:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy affordable medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and more that meet the needs of you and your family.
• Florida Retirement System (FRS): Secure your financial future with a robust retirement plan that gives you peace of mind as you plan for tomorrow.
• Generous leave time: Take advantage of time off to recharge and enjoy life outside of work.
• Wellness Program: Access to county gyms 24/7 and wellness programs as part of our commitment to employee wellness.
• Deferred compensation: Build your savings and plan for the future with flexible deferred compensation options tailored to your financial goals.
• To learn more, see What We Offer

Want to learn more?

Review the full classification description with the Physical/Mental Demands and Working Conditions at the below link.

https://pinellas.gov/class-specification/engineer-3/