UTILITIES PROJECT MANAGER

Cary, North Carolina is on the lookout for a skilled utility project manager to play a key role in shaping a local government that stands out from the rest. We specialize in the adaptive design and management of diverse infrastructure projects that are focused not only from the perspective of the owner, but in such a way as to create great outcomes for our community.  More than just completing projects, our project managers must grasp how each initiative contributes to achieving Cary's broader goals.

• 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

Salary Details:

• Project Manager Salary Range: $88,254 - $145,641
• Senior Project Manager Salary Range (Internal Promotion Only): $97,323 - $160,555

The Project Manager role serves as the initial step within Cary's Project Management career pathway. Upon promotion to Senior Project Manager, there is a base pay increase alongside enhanced earning potential.

It's important to note that the position of Senior Project Manager is reserved for internal candidates and is contingent upon professional engineer licensure and performance benchmarks. External applicants cannot be considered for Senior Project Manager role.  It is listed to illustrate one of many ways Project Managers can advance their careers at Cary.

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;
   

Knowledge of:

• Techniques and methods for organizing, prioritizing, assigning and monitoring work. 
• Principles and practices of civil engineering. 
• Project management principles and practices. 
• Principles and practices of program administration and management. 
• Principles and methods of qualitative and quantitative research. 
• Principles and practices of budget development and administration. 
• Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations (based on assignment). 
• Modern office technology.

Skill In:

• Coordinating deadlines, prioritizing work demands and assigning/monitoring work performed. 
• Providing project management, organization and logistics coordination. 
• Managing project or program finances. 
• Monitoring compliance with applicable plans, standards, regulations and contracts. 
• Identifying engineering-related deficiencies and recommending solutions. 
• Researching industry trends, solutions and best practices. 
• Exercising political acumen, tact and diplomacy. 
• Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards.
• Providing customer service. 
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Physical Requirements

Work in this class is generally inside and sedentary. An employee must have such visual acuity as to be able to read and write handwritten and typewritten material including being able to read a computer screen.  An employee must have the physical agility to observe construction projects in the field.  An employee in this class must be able to talk and hear in order to be able to respond to the public and other employees.

Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree from an ABET accredited program in engineering or directly related field and three years of engineering and/or construction/project management experience. 

Licensing/Certifications

• Engineer Intern (EI) Registration required.
• Professional Engineering (PE) Registration in North Carolina preferred. 
• Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record required.

Cary ensures equal employment opportunities (EEO) are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.