OWASA is seeking a team member to join our capital improvements team as a Project Manager. This position is responsible for managing all aspects of assigned capital improvement projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Developing requests for proposals and qualifications, contract documents, cost estimates, bid/proposals, contract awards, and other related contracting documents.
- Executing assigned capital improvement projects and studies by procuring and directing the work of consultants and contractors.
- Overseeing construction of assigned capital improvement projects in conjunction with resident project representatives.
- Maintaining project schedules and budgets, ensuring conformance with internal policies, engineering standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Obtain easements and encroachments required for projects through OWASA standard operating procedures
- Responding to customer concerns and inquiries.
- Interacting with consultants, contractors, regulators, operations and professional staff, members of the public, and other stakeholders.
- Develop and execute project communication plans in conjunction with other OWASA staff.
Qualifications
- Requires a high school diploma or GED, plus specialized technical training equal to two years of college.
- Minimum one year experience with project management principles and practices used in the planning and construction of public water and wastewater projects, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Candidates should be self-motivated and have excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with a proven ability to effectively manage projects.
Pay and Benefits
- Salary Range is $80,682 - $120,918
- Membership in the NC Local Government Employee Retirement System
- 5% Employer 457 Deferred Compensation contribution
- Retirement Health Savings account
- Employer paid Health, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Dependent Life, Long-term Disability
- Vacation, Sick, Personal, Bereavement and Parental Leave
- Twelve Paid Holidays
- Educational Reimbursement: Bonus Pay for Additional Certifications and/or Education
- Cell Phone Stipend
- Ability to transfer unused sick leave from preceding NC Local Government or state agency employer
- Much, much more!
Team members are our most important resource. OWASA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diverse experiences. We provide competitive pay and benefits in a safe, rewarding work environment. Visit www.owasa.org to apply for this excellent opportunity.
