Assistant Project Manager - $1000 Sign On Incentive

Overview

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.

Job Description

General Functions

The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for assisting their assigned Project Manager in the planning, administrative management, project completion, client satisfaction, and financial outcome of assigned projects. The Assistant Project Manager will work with their assigned Project Manager to help achieve their respective project management objectives. Acts as the Project Manager in his or her absence.

Work is performed with independence under the direction of the Project Manager, Chief Engineer or assigned supervisor and is reviewed on a regular basis through observations, conferences, and results achieved.

Representative Duties/Assignments

• Assists in the development of project planning, proposals, cost estimates and budgets, timelines and schedules.
• Performs administrative management of projects including procuring consultants, negotiating contracts, reporting and monitoring.
• Provides technical management of projects including assessment of needs, development and evaluation of project plans and specifications.
• Coordinates projects for Orange County Departments and Divisions from project design to project delivery.
• Conducts quality control activities in accordance with instructions, inspection programs, using specified control measuring and testing equipment's.
• Conducts historical data research for effective project planning.
• Assists in the coordination of all personnel: employees, vendors, contractors, etc. necessary to complete the project. Maintains effective and productive communications with team members, internal/external customers and vendors.
• Coordinates and assists in the development of presentations for project management proposals and status updates.
• Interacts directly with citizens for specific projects and attend public meetings related to the project. Manages media relations, if required.
• For projects related to Emergency Operations, the role is responsible for all aspects of operation including preparation, response and recovery.
• On-site project management and coordination duties around convention activity which may include periodic nights and weekend shifts.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Preferences

• Experience in vertical construction Projects
• Experienced can include construction, project management , assistant superintendent, foreman, or similar
• Experience working on renovation projects and within active facilitates
• familiarity with the planning and scheduling leadership program that covers leadership, teamwork, problem solving, and decision making
• Strong Understanding of building codes, regulations , and safety protocols
• Familiarity in project management software and tools.
  
  
  

Application Deadline

Open Date: 07/25/2025

Close Date: 08/01/2025

This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Salary Information

Pay Grade: 020 - From $35.32 to $45.92

FLSA Status: Exempt

Placement based on Education and Experience

Sign-on Incentive

This position may be eligible for a Sign-on Incentive. To learn more about our Sign-on Incentive Program visit our website at:

http://www.ocfl.net/careers/#incentives

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays and up to 2 floating holidays annually.
• 18 days paid time off per year.
• Longevity bonus based on years of service.
• 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
• Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
• Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
• Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
• Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Earn service time to forgive student loans.
  
  
  

Disclaimer: Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements.

For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx

Veterans Preference

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder.

Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.

Educational Requirements

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.

Address

Orange County Convention Center

9800 International Dr.

Orlando, FL. 32819

Notes

Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete the pre-employment drug, physical and background check.