Project Manager - Utilities
This position involves
This position involves professional work within the Department of Utilities with a primary function of managing the design and construction of public utility projects. Work involves managing contracts that provide engineering, design, project and program management, utility coordination, property acquisition, testing and inspection, construction services and construction plans for the Department of Utilities’ Capital Improvement and 3R (Repair, Replacement and Renovation) Projects. This position provides assistance to customers, various Town departments, outside review agencies, architects, engineers and the general public in the construction, development, and maintenance of water and sewer infrastructure.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree with some course work in civil engineering, construction, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in civil engineering construction or construction management, including a minimum of three (3) years of water and wastewater systems and facilities; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Possession of a valid driver's license and a safe driving record.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in civil engineering or related field.
- Certification as a Project Management Professional, (PMP), or certification as a Certified Construction Manager (CCM).
- Licensed as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
- Certified Public Procurement Buyer (CPPB)
- Virginia Contracting Associate Certification (VCA)
- Bilingual in English/Spanish.
Employee Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Affordable health insurance coverage
- Participation in the Virginia Retirement System
- An optional 457(b) retirement plan with a Town matching contribution
- Flexible spending accounts
- Voluntary benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Membership to the Town's full-service recreation center
- An optional payroll Roth IRA
- Generous paid time off
EEO/ADA
The Town is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Town complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in the workplace.