Project Manager

Project Manager

Salary

$61,612.30 - $100,000.00 Annually

Location

1500 Monroe Street, Fort Myers, FL

Job Type

Full-Time Regular

Job Number

08081QC

Department

Facilities Construction and Management

Opening Date

10/07/2026

Closing Date

10/21/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

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Description

Lee County is seeking a detail-oriented, collaborative, and technically skilled professional to serve as a Project Manager within Facilities Construction & Management. This full-time role is essential to delivering Major Maintenance (MM) and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects that support the safety, functionality, and long-term resilience of county-owned facilities.

Working closely with architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, internal departments, and regulatory agencies, the Project Manager leads assigned projects from concept through construction closeout. The ideal candidate is an organized problem solver with strong communication skills, a solid technical foundation, and experience overseeing complex construction or renovation projects.

Duties and Responsibilities

What You Will Do

Project Planning and Delivery

• Manage the full lifecycle of assigned MM and CIP projects-from conceptual design and budgeting through final acceptance of construction.
• Coordinate project scope, schedules, and budgets to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Exercise independent judgment and technical expertise in solving project challenges.
• Oversee project documentation, including plans, specifications, cost estimates, and contract documents.

Construction Oversight and Compliance

• Monitor construction progress through site visits, meetings, and inspections to verify quality, safety, and compliance with Florida Building Code, Life Safety, ADA, and all applicable standards.
• Review contractor submittals, change orders, and invoices; ensure adherence to contract requirements.
• Identify and address project risks such as delays, cost impacts, and compliance issues, recommending corrective actions as needed.
• Coordinate with local and state agencies to secure permits, approvals, and regulatory compliance.

Stakeholder Coordination and Team Leadership

• Serve as a primary point of contact for internal departments, consultants, and contractors throughout project development and construction.
• Lead and mentor staff assisting on assigned projects and evaluate performance.
• Facilitate design reviews, progress meetings, and project updates for leadership.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports summarizing project status, issues, and recommendations.

Education, Experience, Licensing

What We're Looking For

Minimum Requirements

Any combination of education, training, and experience equivalent to the required degree and experience may be considered.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, or Structural Engineering; Architecture; Interior Design; or a closely related field.
• Two years of relevant professional experience in engineering, architecture, or construction project management.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to pass an NCIC background check and obtain fingerprint-based security clearance through the Lee County Sheriff's Office and the State Attorney's Office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE), Registered Architect (RA), or similar professional licensure.
• Experience managing building renovation or construction projects for public agencies or large institutions.
• Working knowledge of contract administration, plan review, and construction documentation.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong understanding of engineering principles, architectural concepts, capital improvement processes, and construction management best practices.
• Ability to interpret construction plans, specifications, and technical reports.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related project management software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for working with contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders.

Supplemental Information

Work Schedule

• Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM.

Work Environment

This position involves periodic on-site inspections at various county facilities and coordination with multiple internal and external partners. Professional certifications may be required at hire or within an approved timeframe.

Why Join Us?

As a Project Manager with Lee County Facilities Construction & Management, you will play a vital role in ensuring that county buildings remain safe, reliable, modern, and functional for the public and for the employees who serve them. You'll be part of a team dedicated to excellence in design, construction, and long-term asset stewardship-making a meaningful, visible impact across the community.

About the Department

Lee County Facilities Construction & Management oversees the planning, design, construction, renovation, and maintenance of county buildings and essential infrastructure. The department supports more than 1,000 facilities across the county, coordinating capital improvements, ensuring regulatory compliance, and delivering high-quality environments for public services. Staff work collaboratively with contractors, architects, engineers, and county departments to complete projects efficiently, responsibly, and with long-term operational sustainability in mind.

About Lee County

Lee County is located in beautiful Southwest Florida and is home to over 800,000 residents. We are dedicated to serving our community with high-quality services and a focus on sustainability and innovation. Join us in making Lee County a great place to live, work, and visit. Find out more about Lee County at Lee County Government.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:

All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

DISCLAIMER: This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by his or her supervisor. The job description supersedes prior job descriptions. When duties and responsibilities change and develop the job description will be reviewed and subject to changes of business necessity. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.

Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area.

Lee Countys benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria.

Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both.

Below is a brief breakdown of whats included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees.

For a more detailed look into our benefits package, please click visit our webpage at www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/FULLTIME%20ACTIVE%20LCBOCC%202024%20Plan%20Year%20OE%20Guide%20FINAL%20AON%202023.09.12.pdf.

To view our employee paid premiums, please visit: https://www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/2024%20Active%20Employee%20Rates.pdf

Health Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Plans include, but are not limited to: routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits.
• Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available.
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Medical Reimbursement Account
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy
• Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline)
• Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee)
• Optional Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee)
• Short-Term Disability
• Sick Leave Pool
• Flu vaccinations
• Wellness Programs

Financial Benefits:

• Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• Two Retirement Plan Options:

1) FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit)

2) FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution)

• Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
• Financial Savings/Management Programs
• Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union
• Employee Leave Benefits
• Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Vacation Leave
• Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave
• Family and Medical Leave
• Military Family & Medical Leave
• Educational Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents.

United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program)

Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors.

Educational Assistance

Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform.

01

Do you possess a valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have two (2) years of professional experience in architecture, engineering, or construction project management? (Be sure to include this experience in the Work History section of your application.)

• Yes
• No

03

How many years of experience do you have in managing design or construction projects (not general contracting)? (Be sure to include this experience in the Work History section of your application.)

• Less than 2 years
• 2-4 years
• 5-9 years
• 10+ years

04

Do you currently hold a professional license or certification? (Be sure to include this experience in the Certification History section of your application.)

• Professional Engineer (PE)
• Registered Architect (RA)
• Interior Designer (NCIDQ or State License)
• Engineer in Training (EIT)
• None of the above

05

This position requires ability to undergo a fingerprint based NCIC background check, and to obtain security clearances from the Lee County Sheriffs Office and the States Attorney Office in addition to the standard Consumer Report based background check that is required for conditional offers of employment. I acknowledge these background check requirements.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Lee County Government

Address P.O. Box 398

ATT: Human Resources

Fort Myers, Florida, 33902

Phone (239) 533-2245

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/leecounty