Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Engineering, or related field. Five years of experience in the design, construction, or management of construction projects are required. A license in any of the following may substitute for the required education: State of Florida Professional Engineer, State of Florida Registered Architect, Miami-Dade County or State of Florida General Contractors, Miami-Dade County or State of Florida General Building Contractor, Miami-Dade County or State of Florida General Engineering Contractors, or Miami-Dade County or State of Florida Certificate of Eligibility in General Building or General Engineering.
Recruitment Notes
Miami-Dade County is seeking an advanced professional to lead and oversee various types of construction projects across all facilities at Miami International Airport (MIA) and the General Aviation (GA) airports. This role involves managing complex aviation-related construction initiatives, including terminal and concourse expansions, passenger terminals, airside infrastructure (such as runways and taxiways), baggage handling systems (BHS), CCTV, access control (security), and other airport-specific facilities. The Construction Manager will provide strategic oversight and hands-on management for multiple projects. Key responsibilities include identifying specific project needs, addressing design and construction challenges, managing budgets and schedules, and ensuring compliance with regulations, all while supporting the safety and operational integrity of the Miami-Dade Aviation Department (MDAD). Responsibilities cover all phases of project development, which involve consultant and contractor selection, plan review, construction management, inspections, and warranty administration. Additionally, the role includes conducting site visits, reviewing project progress, approving invoices and change orders, ensuring proper commissioning and close-out procedures, and conducting contractor evaluations. The incumbent will manage a variety of construction projects from planning through close-out, utilizing industry-standard software such as Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Primavera P6, Bluebeam Revu, Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office applications. Additionally, the incumbent will commute independently to various work sites throughout MIA and the GA airports in Miami-Dade County using an assigned County vehicle.