Senior Utilities Capital Project Manager

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County Engineering

Full-Time

$92,892 - $138,000

* This position is subject to close at any time without notification.*

** This position qualifies for a $6,000.00 sign on bonus upon successful completion of the probationary period.**

The purpose of this position is to direct and manage capital improvement utility projects, ensuring system resiliency, regulatory compliance, and long-term infrastructure capacity across wastewater, water, and reclaimed water systems.

This class works independently under regular supervision, consulting with the Assistant Deputy Director on non-routine, high-risk, or precedent-setting matters.

The Triangle Wastewater Treatment Plant (TWWTP) is rated for an average daily flow of 12 million gallons per day and is specifically designed to meet future nutrient load requirements for the Jordan Lake nutrient management strategy. TWWTP serves the southeast portion of Durham County inside and outside the Durham City limits and serves the Research Triangle Park within Durham County. The collection and treatment of domestic sewage and wastewater is vital to public health and clean water.

It is among the most important factors responsible for the general level of good health enjoyed in the United States.

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position as necessary.

• Directs and manages capital improvement utility projects across wastewater, water, and reclaimed water systems.
• Establish project delivery methods, program goals, performance metrics, and implementation plans.
• Coordinates CIP planning with utility operations, finance and executive leadership.
• Oversee CIP budgets, funding sources and financial forecasting for the program.
• Reviews cost estimates, bid packages, and change orders for program-level impacts. Manage and oversee consultant and contractor performance across multiple projects.
• Ensure quality control, compliance with contract requirements, and timely delivery of work products.
• Provides directions to project managers, engineers and staff on contract administration and project execution.
• Ensure CIP projects meet regulatory requirements, permits, and utility standards. Manage risk identification and mitigation strategies across the program.
• Communicate CIP status, risks, and recommendations to executive leadership, governing bodies and the public.
• Develop and maintain program controls, reporting systems, and documentation standards. Analyze program performance metrics and implement process improvements.
• Manage, mentor, and evaluate project managers, engineers, and support staff while assigning daily workloads.
• Provide the tools, professional development, and strategic guidance necessary for the team to execute projects efficiently.
• Review and approve project scope, schedules, budgets, and delivery plans. Lead resolution of complex technical, contractual, or regulatory issues and ensure project alignment with strategic objectives.
• Develops and manages detailed project budgets, including construction, inspection, testing, and contingency. Tracks expenditures, forecasts project cash flow and manage risk allowances.
• Evaluate consultant and contractor invoices for…