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Expansion Project Administrator

Broward County, Florida
$93,891.97 - $149,851.88 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Florida, Fort Lauderdale
Jan 15, 2026
REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Aviation - Expansion Project Administrator (EPA) in the Development - Planning Division 2026 Benefits of Broward County Employment Eleven (11) paid holidays each year Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 weeks per year Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K annually) Up to 40 hours of Job Basis Leave for eligible positions Paid Parental Leave Health Benefits High Deductible Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums: Employee $10.90 / Family $80.79 Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2000 Annually Consumer Driven Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums: Employee $82.58 / Family $286.79 Florida Retirement System (FRS) - Pension or Investment Plan 457 Deferred Compensation county matches up to $2,000 a year General Description The EPA will assist the Capital Project Management Administrator with the transition of advanced planning studies to the implementation and delivery phase. The EPA will provide technical review and manage projects such as: Procurement and Design for Master Plan projects Project Construction Phasing and Implementation Operational Readiness, Activation and Transition (ORAT) Planning and Program Implementation Developing Opening Day Strategies System Integration and Verification The EPA will also be responsible for leading the development of airport standards for upcoming high-profile projects identified in the 2020 Airport Master Plans. Some of the EPA duties will include: Preparing Board Agenda Items to solicit and negotiate professional services and amendments to professional service agreements. Developing or revising policies associated with the coordination, tracking and reporting of program progress. Developing procedures and performance standards for processes related to Program. Providing technical direction to Consultants, Designers, Project Managers and other staff involved in the Program. Preparing, estimating and controlling budgets and providing budget reports. Coordinating all project resources. Assembling key personnel for projects. Coordinating with various local, state and Federal agencies. Performing other duties as assigned. Desirable Characteristics: Work experience in aviation, governmental services, consulting or similar field. Demonstrate knowledge of and/or experience with project management. Proven ability to quickly deliver development projects such as terminal projects, functional drawings, conceptual drawings and presentation materials within extremely tight business deadlines. At least three additional years of experience from the minimum qualifications identified for the position. Performing other duties as assigned. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in architecture, engineering, construction management or closely related field. Requires four (4) years overseeing contracts in architecture, engineering, and/or construction management which involved design/construction projects or closely related experience. Special Certifications and Licenses None. Preferences Master's Degree in Planning, Civil Engineering-Construction, Engineering, Architecture, Aviation or closely related field Doctoral Degree in Planning, Civil Engineering-Construction, Engineering, Architecture, Aviation or closely related field Professional Engineer (PE), Professional Geologist (PG), Geographic Information System Professional (GISP), American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) or Registered Architect (RA) Any Airport related FAA/AAAE/ACI Certificate Related certificate or license in Project Management, Construction or related field 2+ years of experience in aviation-specific environment 2+ years of experience working in Project Management 2+ years of experience in FAA/Regulatory environment 2+ years of experience in Airport Terminal Facility Design 2+ years of experience in Airport Construction Per the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, Part 1542, all airport employees must undergo a Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) and a Security Threat Assessment (STA) in order to obtain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge, as required by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). All candidates must complete an extensive work history verification, criminal background check, including fingerprinting. * Post-offer physical examination including drug testing. * Ability to maintain authorization to drive a County vehicle. * Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge. * The Aviation Department operates under a Drug-Free Workplace Policy in compliance with the provisions of the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988. All Aviation Department employees must possess the ability to interact courteously with the public, Airport/product vendors, contractors, managers and coworkers to maintain a professional work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that promotes a positive work environment. Must have good customer service skills and the ability to provide solutions in a fast-paced environment, whether working independently or as part of a team. Must be analytical and detail oriented with good troubleshooting and problem-solving ability and possess strong written and verbal communication skills. SCOPE OF WORK The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary. Coordinates with multi-agencies' staff the scoping, preparation, permitting, and expeditious execution of construction and design consultant contracts; performs quality review of engineering plans, designs, specifications, pay requisitions, work authorizations, and other construction contract documents. Manages, develops, mentors, and advises subordinate project managers to ensure their professional growth, adherence to policies/procedures, and timely work completion; prepares and administers the Regional Capital Program Budget and Regional Capital Program Management Section operating budget. Provides technical process information and regulatory compliance recommendations to management and operations staff; prepares initial cost estimates for each project; prepares, enters, and monitors agenda items for award of contracts. Prepares and secures all prerequisites from Consultant or Contractor for the issuance of a Purchase Order to begin work (completed and signed agreements insurance documents, bonds). Reviews and approves pay applications, change orders, amendments to contracts and agreements; reviews and approves design and construction schedules for the duration of the project; plans, coordinates and directs the work of subordinates as required by work assignment. Reviews staff work; performs analysis and prepares reports to senior management. Develops contracts and grants policies, procedures, and schedules; performs Contract Management/Administration for absent staff; develops analysis of timeline schedules of common work activities. Reviews data on the agencies existing work order system and reports discrepancies, makes recommendations for collecting and entering data; evaluates and reviews reports and documents for correctness, completeness and timeliness; counsels Consultants/Contractors regarding the various County requirements and procedures; aids and assists County and Consultant staff as needed. Performs related work as assigned. WORK ENVIRONMENT Physical Demands Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement. Performs light work that involves walking or standing most of the time and involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis, or skill, adeptness and speed in the use of fingers, hands or limbs on repetitive operation of electronic office equipment or tools within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy. Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment) Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken. Involves routine and frequent exposure to traffic; moving machinery. SPECIAL INFORMATION Competencies Manages Complexity Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Consistently looks at complex issues from many angles; obtains a rich and deep understanding; swiftly cuts to the core issue; skillfully separates root causes from symptoms. Decision Quality Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Consistently demonstrates strong judgment; may be sought out by others for expertise and guidance. Takes smart, independent action in urgent and non-routine situations, knows when to escalate for others' involvement. Balances Stakeholders Anticipates and balances the needs of multiple stakeholders. Provides guidance so that others understand the needs of different stakeholders and can balance them appropriately. Makes sure people understand and adhere to ethical standards when working with stakeholders; models and ensures cross-cultural sensitivity. Cultivates Innovation Creates new and better ways for the organization to be successful. Motivates others to find new and better ways to address challenges; provides support and resources for promising ideas. Encourages people to incorporate varied perspectives to strengthen the innovation process. Plans and Aligns Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Makes nimble plans accounting for a range of risks and contingencies. Achieves greater cohesion, integration, and alignment between own group and other areas. Both persistent in adversity and nimble in change. Ensures Accountability Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Tracks performance and strives to remain effective, learning from both successes and failures. Readily takes on challenges or difficult tasks and has reputation for delivering on commitments. Manages Conflict Handles conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise. Skillfully draws upon a wide range of perspectives in order to find optimal solutions to challenging situations. Actively identifies areas of agreement, builds solid consensus around them, and leverages these to resolve disagreements. Develops Talent Develops people to meet both their career goals and the organization's goals. consistently shares ideas, insight, and best practices to help people reach their development goals and achieve optimal results. Shares targeted feedback in a prompt, constructive, and encouraging manner. Communicates Effectively Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Tailors communication content and style to the needs of others. Pays attention to others' input and perspectives, asks questions, and summarizes to confirm understanding. Situational Adaptability Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Serves as an example of adaptability and provides guidance and support to help others adapt to new situations. Considers the needs of clients, constituents, and the organization; shifts priorities appropriately. County Core Values All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies. Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions. Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request. Emergency Management Responsibilities Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned. County-wide Employee Responsibilities All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies. All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.