NEOGOV · 19 hours ago
UTILITIES PROJECT MANAGER
Cary, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$88K/yr - $146K/yr
3+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Utilities Project Manager to join the Town of Cary's engineering division. The role focuses on managing various infrastructure projects, particularly in utility infrastructure, ensuring they align with the community's broader goals while overseeing project budgets, schedules, and compliance with regulations.
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Responsibilities
Performs (or oversees) project management, design and construction administration of various infrastructure projects with an emphasis on water and wastewater pipeline installation and rehabilitation, pump stations, storage tanks and treatment facilities
Manages project budgets; prepares cost estimates and monitors expenditures to ensure compliance with approved budget, including payments and change orders
Prepares long-term project schedules; monitors progress of project in meeting established schedules
Reviews all construction plans and related documents (soil reports, engineering calculations, etc.) for compliance with Town Standard Specifications and Details, adopted technical codes, zoning ordinances, state and federal regulations, etc.; works with architects and engineers to make required corrections
Performs complex engineering calculations using computers, calculators, design manuals and other resources
Participates in the preparation and administration of the department's Capital Improvement Plan and budget
Manages the design and construction of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems for pump stations, storage tanks and other utility related structures
Prepares and presents reports pertaining to technical subject matter and ordinance requirements on projects appearing before Town officials, homeowner groups and other community organizations
Provides technical information, code interpretations and answers complex questions from architects, engineers, developers, contractors and the general public relating to engineering projects, and serves as the point of contact in this process
Coordinates data collection and other research such as soil testing, subsurface utility engineering (SUE) and surveying
Meets and confers with the public, engineers, developers, architects, governing officials, and contractors in a variety of situations and conditions, mediates disputes, resolves conflicts, and provides solutions to both technical and adaptive problems
Researches new products, practices, procedures and alternatives, including providing interpretations as necessary to Town staff, sales representatives, suppliers, manufacturers and distributors regarding the acceptance of new engineering products and technology
Procures project approval and permits from Town and outside agencies as required
Serves as liaison with other Town departments and outside agencies
Coordinates easement acquisition efforts as required for assigned projects
Assists in departmental planning and program management, including maintaining, updating and enforcing the Utilities Master Plan, Standard Specifications and Details Manual, Land Development Ordinance and various Standard Procedures and Town Policies
Performs other job-related tasks as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an ABET accredited program in engineering or directly related field
Three years of engineering and/or construction/project management experience
Engineer Intern (EI) Registration
Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record
Preferred
Professional Engineering (PE) Registration in North Carolina
Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP)
Benefits
Membership in the NC Local Government Employee Retirement System
Amazing Health, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage options
5% employer contribution to your 401k (no matching required)
5 Weeks paid vacation for all first year employees
13 paid holidays per year
12 weeks paid parental leave
Employer funded Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) or Health Savings Account
An amazing company culture that's employee focused and committed to both personal and professional development
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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