Salary: $105,000.00 - $115,000.00 Annually Location : Fort Myers, FL Job Type: Full-time Job Number: 00601 Department: Development Opening Date: 10/07/2024 Closing Date: 10/28/2024 4:30 PM Eastern About Us Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) is an award-winning, medium-hub commercial service airport that served more than 10 million passengers in 2023 and is one of the top 50 airports in the United States for passenger traffic. Fifteen airlines serve RSW with nonstop service to 68 markets, including Canada and Germany. The economic impact of the airport is $8.3 billion annually to the Southwest Florida region and more than 60,000 jobs. Page Field (FMY), an FAA-designated reliever airport, provides services to general and business aviation and accommodated more than 203,000 aircraft operations in 2023, a new record. Base Operations at Page Field is an award-winning, fixed-based operator and has been recognized for its customer service and facilities. A $331 million Terminal Expansion Project is currently underway at RSW to improve the airport travel experience by consolidating the security checkpoints, adding concession space and providing passengers more amenities and options. The Terminal Expansion Phase 2 Project will begin in fall 2024 and add Concourse E with 14 gates, expand the Chiller Plant Facility, as well as make other associated terminal, landside and airside improvements. The Position The Manager of Capital Projects at the Lee County Port Authority provides coordination and oversight of major capital projects at Southwest Florida International Airport and Page Field. The position reports to the Senior Manager of Capital Projects in the Engineering & Construction department. The primary objectives of the successful candidate is to ensure projects are on schedule, within budget and fully coordinated. This role requires significant amount of experience in the management of large capital projects involving multi-disciplined architectural, engineering and construction elements that are budgeted in excess of $100 million. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to find creative ways to solve problems using state-of-the-art technologies. Sustainable practices, collaboration, professional advancement and building strong relationships will be a big part of joining this dynamic team. The anticipated annual starting salary for the ideal candidate is $105,000 - $115,000.Key Responsibilities
- Support the Senior Manager of Capital Projects and department by overseeing daily operations
- Manage consultants providing project support services as extension of staff
- Manage diverse architectural, engineering and construction projects, such as terminal expansion phases, rental car facilities' relocation and expansion, parking garage expansion, the future second runway and more.
- Coordinate with Federal Aviation Administration, Florida Department of Transportation, Transportation Security Administration, airlines and consultants on major capital projects in excess of $100 million
- Lead budgeting, scheduling and contract negotiation efforts for major capital projects in excess of $100 million
- Ensure projects meet high standards
- Lead project teams, maintain regulatory compliance and drive efficient project execution while fostering positive relationships and promoting departmental effectiveness
- Develop and maintain relationships to promote successful project completion
- Understand and interpret project scope and intent on major capital projects in excess of $100 million
- Manage project-related issues independently
- Coordinate with others to solicit expertise and needs for specific project elements
- Ensure high-quality outcomes from professional consultants and contractors
Minimum Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university, with a degree in engineering, architecture, construction management/science or related field
- A minimum of five to seven years of experience in engineering and construction contracts, administration and management, program management or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience, including work with increasingly demanding management responsibility, on large government, public works or airport improvement projects
- A professional engineering license in the state of Florida or the ability to obtain one within one year is desired
- A valid Florida driver's license is required
Emergency Response/Recovery Activities: Lee County Port Authority personnel are designated by tier levels and may be called upon to assist with an emergency or unforeseen event at any time. Employees may be called to fulfill duties that are outside their normal scope of work to assist in resuming airport operations and flight activities. Overview of BenefitsFlorida Retirement System (FRS) The employee has a choice of a pension or an investment plan. The FRS Pension Plan is a traditional defined benefit plan that offers you a guaranteed monthly benefit for life after the required vesting period. The FRS Investment Plan is a defined contribution plan that receives an employer contribution of 8.3% for regular class employees and 16% for special risk employees . Both are employee and employer-sponsored retirement plans. Lee County Port Authority employees eligible to participate in FRS are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the FRS pension plan, please be advised that you are not eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Medical Insurance The Port Authority offers two plan choices for all full-time employees, their spouse and their dependents. Coverage begins the first of the month following their date of hire. Dental Insurance The Port Authority offers a dental plan for full time employees, their spouse and children. Vision Insurance If you are enrolled in the medical plan you and your family are eligible for basic vision coverage through vision discounts. Two more comprehensive plans are offered, including a basic vision plan and a vision 2 high option plan, paid entirely by the employee. Employee Assistance Program The Port Authority provides this benefit at no cost to the employee. This is the availability of licensed professional counselors for personal issues with 100% confidentiality. Flexible Spending Account(s) There are two types of reimbursement accounts: Medical and Dependent Care. It is optional and allows the employee to have pre tax dollars deducted from their paycheck for reimbursement of medical costs not covered by your plans or child care costs for children under 13. Life /AD & D Insurance The Port Authority provides this benefit at no cost to the employee. Employees are insured at an amount equal to the annual salary rounded to the next higher thousand dollars. The AD&D insurance provides additional coverage in the event the employee should lose their limb(s), eyesight or die. Optional Life Insurance The Port Authority provides the employee with an option to purchase additional life insurance coverage for him/herself, their spouse and their child(ren). Short Term Disability The Port Authority provides the employee with short term disability coverage for him/herself at no cost to the employee. Long Term Disability The Port Authority provides this benefit at no cost to the employee. Benefits are paid up to 60% of the employee's salary after being disabled for 90 consecutive days. Direct Deposit The employee's payroll check is directly deposited into the bank of their choice. Other Programs 457 Deferred compensation programs Education reimbursement On-site gym - RSW Paid Time Off & Holidays The Port Authority offers a generous amount of paid time off in addition to 11 paid holidays, and 1 birthday day