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JOB TITLE: Senior Project Manager

REPORTS TO: Senior Vice President, Engineering, Planning, & Facilities

DEPARTMENT(S): Engineering, Planning & Facilities

Under the general supervision of the Senior Vice President, Engineering, Planning and Facilities, serves as project manager responsible for preparation and review of construction plans and documents. Serves as project manager/resident engineer responsible for the accomplishment of designated engineering-related and construction projects undertaken at the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport.

For a complete Job Description and SMAA Job Application, please visit https://flysrq.com/employment or call (941) 359-2770, ext. 4766.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Minimum ten years’ experience in responsible project construction capacity with emphasis on airport construction experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Certification as a Professional Engineer or Architect by the State of Florida Board on Engineering Examiners, preferred.

Knowledge of local and state regulations for project development, preferred.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists the Senior Vice President, Engineering, Planning and Facilities in the preparation and accomplishment of capital improvement program and Federal and State grants.

Coordinates and evaluates the work of all professional consulting personnel assigned to project, design and construction.

Supervises the position of Engineering Assistant in completion of his/her tasks on a daily basis.

Coordinates and documents the efforts of consulting engineers, testing specialists, surveyors and others in preparation of all plans and specifications necessary to detail the scope of proposed projects.

Advises the Senior Vice President, Engineering, Planning and Facilities on all engineering/architectural-related matters.  Provides input regarding methods, types of materials or equipment necessary for individual engineering/architectural projects.

Coordinates with tenants, tenant contractors, utilities, governmental agencies, and others as necessary to ensure timely completion of SMAA and tenant construction activities. 

Performs all other duties and assignments as may be made from time to time by the Department Vice President.

Monitors compliance with all safety, technical, administrative and management guides as issued by State and Federal agencies and local management policy.

About Sarasota Manatee Airport Authority

The Sarasota Manatee Airport Authority was created as a public agency by the State of Florida to operate and manage the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport. The Airport Authority is tasked with the power to acquire, construct, improve, finance, operate, and maintain the airport facilities for the primary purpose of meeting the air transportation needs of Sarasota and Manatee counties. The commitment of the Sarasota Manatee Airport Authority is driven by its sense of responsibility to the people they serve. The Authority has six Commissioners appointed by the Governor, each serving four year terms. Three Commissioners reside in Manatee County and three reside in Sarasota County. The Airport Authority Board meets monthly. Regular and Special meetings are publicly advertised and conducted in accordance with the Government in the Sunshine Act. A list of the current Board Commissioners, a calendar of regular meeting dates for the current year, and other Authority documents may be found on our website under Board Info. The Airport Authority Commission directly employs the President, Chief Executive Officer. The President, CEO, executes Authority policy decisions and coordin...ates the activities of the airport. The Management staff, headed by the President, Chief Executive Officer, facilitates the daily operations and activities of the airport. You may find a list of the Airport's Management and Support team by visiting our website and clicking on Management. The Airport Authority has no ad valorem taxing power and supports its annual operating and debt service budget from its business operations. If you would like to obtain additional information about the Sarasota Manatee Airport Authority please submit your request to us by clicking on Contact Us via our website.

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