Project Manager for Residential Rehab/New Construction

The Housing Department provides safe and sustainable housing opportunities that preserves and expand the communities of the Seminole Tribe of Florida. The Housing Department provide homeownership opportunities, emergency home repairs and rental housing for Tribal Members through a variety of programs. The goal is to develop quality sustainable housing development in all Tribal Communities, which fosters a full and rich residential quality of life. Learn more at https://tcd.semtribe.com/

We are looking for a Project Manager to assist with rehab and new construction. The staff schedule is full-time Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm. In case of extreme weather, such as hurricanes, the Housing department is considered essential staff so the team may need to change the work schedule to accommodate. For example, working the days leading up to a storm and once it passes; go back to work afterwards to assist with any Housing concerns, project delays, etc. This may fall on a weekend.

Note this position is based on the Big Cypress Reservation located at 30901 Buffalo Jim North, Clewiston, FL 33440 with regular day travel to the Immokalee Reservation which is at 1261 Mary Watts Billie Dr, Immokalee, FL 34142. Occasionally you may need to visit other Reservations in Florida (Hollywood, Okeechobee, Lakeland, etc). There are work vehicles assigned to the department you can use between locations.

Position Summary

The incumbent in this position is responsible for assisting the Seminole Tribe of Florida’s Housing Regional Manager in overseeing residential new construction and rehabilitation projects for a given regional area. The individual assists the Regional Manager to ensure that projects are completed on time, on budget and to the highest quality and member satisfaction standards. Assist in supervising the activities of a varying number of general contractors and construction workers and establish and maintain positive and productive working relationships with other Tribal employees, members of the tribal community, local contractors and suppliers.

Qualifications / Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Planning, Architecture, Engineering or related field is required. A minimum of three (3) years of experience managing multiple construction and/or rehabilitation projects is required; or an equivalent combination of education/training and experience will be considered. Current State of Florida General Contractor’s (GC) License or Certification as Professional Project Manager (PMP) is required; or ability to attain GC or PMP certification within 18 months of assuming the position is required. Ability to interpret technical specifications and construction drawings is required. Demonstrate excellent organizational and interpersonal skills including English written and verbal communication skills. Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook is required. Must be able to work a flexible work schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays and able to travel to all the Reservations.