Utilities Project Manager

Location

For doers and makers seeking a well‑rounded community, Hickory is a bridge between Asheville and Charlotte at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains along Interstate 40, where a collective spirit of craftsmanship strengthens any endeavor with detail, artistry and quality.

Hickory, North Carolina, is a three‑time All‑American City on the Catawba River, approximately one hour east of Asheville and one hour north of Charlotte. More than 45,000 residents call Hickory their home, the hub of a 365,000‑metropolitan area. Hickory has outstanding school systems, recreation facilities, libraries, golf courses, theatres, art museums and gorgeous parks. Beautiful Lake Hickory is over 4 000 acres and has many public access areas.

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Qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetics, or the presence of a non‑job‑related medical condition or disability. U.S. Law requires all applicants to furnish proof of identity and right to work in the U.S. All offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a post‑offer functional prework screen and a drug screen.

This examination process is designed to determine if applicants are able to efficiently perform the essential functions of the job without physical harm to themselves, or others. All applicants are subject to a background check.

Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid Class C driver’s license from North Carolina.

• Provide professional‑level support and technical evaluation on projects by overseeing, coordinating and planning technical analysis and design, permitting, public relations, and construction management of projects; inspect water, wastewater, storm drainage systems and structural elements to ensure compliance with applicable codes, ordinances and contract documents; work closely with contractor/client managers to conduct all project management duties including onsite staffing, technical review of field and project reports, and attendance of onsite meetings with clients and regulatory representatives.
• Ensures that safety and integrity are always the highest priority.
• Manages a comprehensive program using modern and complex principles of construction inspection and management.
• Use interpersonal relations, professional communication, negotiation, and problem‑solving skills to collaborate with design professionals, contractors, employees, and citizens.
• Provide engineering, technical and administrative guidance, and direct supervision of consultants and contractors.
• Track and ensure compliance with plans, specifications, schedules, and contract documents by reviewing and approving technical submittals, conducting progress meetings, on‑site inspections, and negotiating contract disputes; oversee and participate in examination and analysis of construction materials; prepare and review materials used as well as construction progress reports, change orders, and pay estimates.
• Incorporate design or construction changes into the work product to address unforeseen conditions.
• Attend, participate and prepare presentations for various project meetings, required continuing education, training classes and other training opportunities as appropriate.
• Work successfully and independently with contractors, architects, engineers, sub‑contractors, professionals and department heads, with minimal supervision.
• Coordinate and administer the design of construction projects, review plans and specifications, coordinate bidding phase and contractor selection and assure all related permitting required for the project is in place.
• Coordinate and administer construction projects by overseeing the work of consultants, design firms, architects, federal and local agencies, and coordinate with other City departments as required.
• Prepare project status reports and regularly monitor budgets; approve expenditures and authorize design firms and contractor payments.
• Assist budget…