Professional Engineer - Project Manager

Professional Engineer - Project Manager Salary $95,946.79 Annually Location Jacksonville, FL Job Type Civil Service Job Number 2026-06978 Department PUBLIC WORKS Opening Date 02/24/2026 Closing Date 3/10/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

The City of Jacksonville Public Works Department is actively seeking Professional Engineers to manage the delivery of capital improvement projects with the objective of improving the quality of life for our citizens. The Public Works Engineering Division offers an opportunity to help shape the infrastructure and future of Jacksonville within a work environment that fosters teamwork, allows for work-life balance, and provides the ability to positively serve the community where you live.

Some examples of the diverse and impactful projects that the Engineering Division oversees include roadway capacity improvements, intersection operational improvements, sidewalk and bicycle facilities, multiuse trails, drainage improvements, fire stations, libraries, regional and destination parks, docks and boat ramps, bulkheads, bridge repairs and replacement, creek restoration and waterway improvements.

As a City of Jacksonville employee, you will earn four (4) weeks of paid time-off during your first year of employment and enjoy twelve (12) paid holidays plus a personal leave day. The City offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as flexible spending plans and a Federal Student Loan Forgiveness program.

This is professional work at the lead worker level serving as the City's Project Manager overseeing the delivery of multiple infrastructure projects. Work includes authorizing and monitoring the work of engineering consultants engaged in the design of Capital Improvement projects. Responsibilities include the management of several projects simultaneously in various phases of development including scope preparation, consultant selection, design management, permitting, cost estimating, right-of-way acquisition, and preparation of construction documents.

The work requires a seasoned understanding and application of the theories, principles, and practices of engineering usually gained through degree granting schools, or equivalent experience, supplemented by substantial work experience. Contacts with others require skills in understanding and influencing people, which are important in coordinating studies and projects with outside parties, resolving complaints and enforcing regulations.

The work is covered by clearly defined policies and principles involving a variety of differing situations requiring the Project Manager to exercise initiative and independent, professional judgment in the application of the principles and practices of engineering to direct studies, design and construction, and in the administration of assigned projects. Work is performed in an office environment with periodic field visits to project sites. Travel is primarily local during the business day. Physical demands are minimal. Operates a motor vehicle and standard office equipment.

Job Requirements

• Registration as a Professional Engineer
• Experience working on public sector or government-funded infrastructure projects - preferred
• Must be a Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Florida or, if registered as a Professional Engineer in another state, must secure Florida registration within one (1) year of appointment
• A valid drivers license is required prior to appointment and must be maintained during employment in this class
• Must quality for prior to appointment, obtain and maintain during employment, a City of Jacksonville Public Driver Certification

Benefits

• Four (4) weeks of paid time-off during the first year of employment
• Twelve (12) paid holidays plus a personal leave day
• Competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Flexible spending plans for medical reimbursement, dependent care, parking, and transit expenses
• An employee assistance program for you and your dependents
• A 457(b) tax-deferred compensation plan to supplement your retirement, and a ROTH IRA plan
• An extensive wellness program that includes a health intervention program if qualified, lunch and learns, health fairs, and discounted gym memberships

Supplemental Questions

1. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and certify that your responses can be verified from information included within the application? Yes No

2. Are you authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship from the City of Jacksonville either now or in the future? Yes No

3. The budgeted annual salary for this position is $95,946.79. This is not negotiable. If selected, would you be willing to accept this position at this salary? (Civil Service positions have a 5% increase after successfully completing probation.) Yes No

4. Are you registered as a Professional Engineer? Yes No

5. Experience working on public sector or government-funded infrastructure projects is preferred. Do you have this experience? Yes No

6. Provide a detailed description (at least 3-4 complete sentences) of your experience.

7. Indicate the organization(s) you worked for where you gained this experience.

8. Do you have a valid motor vehicle operator license that is not under suspension/revocation or restricted under any pending or current citations/court proceedings? Please indicate which license you possess.

9. If you have a State of FL license, does your license currently have one or more of these restrictions? C or 1 - Business Purpose Only D or H - Employment Purposes P or 2 - Probation Interlock Device S or I - Other Restriction Two or more of these restrictions. I have an out of state license. None of the above.

10. Have you been cited for more than three (3) moving violations, or two (2) at fault accidents within the past 12 months from current date? Yes No

11. Have you been convicted of Driving-Under-the-Influence (DUI) in any state during the last 36 months from current date? Yes No

12. Have you been considered a "Habitual Traffic Offender" (HTO) within the past 12 months from current date? Yes No

13. I consent to the City of Jacksonville using the drivers license information I have provided to access a drivers license report from the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. I understand if one was accessed with relation to this application, a copy will be provided to me upon request. Yes, the City of Jacksonville has my consent to check my drivers license. No, I do not wish to give consent to the City of Jacksonville to check my drivers license. I do not possess a valid drivers license.

14. Provide your full Drivers License or Identification number. For out of state license, please include the state.

15. If you are requesting veterans preference, you MUST download the appropriate state of Florida form (even if you dont live in Florida) and attach it to your application. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL DELAY YOUR VETERANS PREFERENCE STATUS. Please download the forms at http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services/veterans-preference

16. A copy of your Professional Engineer registration is required with your application. If required registration is not provided your application will be considered incomplete and may result in disqualification from the selection process. I have read, understand the above statement and attached what is required.

Employer Information

City of Jacksonville Address: 117 W. Duval St. Suite 100 Jacksonville, Florida, 32202 Website: http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services.aspx