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Senior Engineering Project Manager #2209-230400-02

Date Opened
Tuesday, September 20, 2022 8:00 AM
Close Date
Tuesday, October 04, 2022 8:00 PM
Section
Storm Water Services
Salary
  • $80,344 - $100,430 Commensurate with Experience
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Introduction

Storm Water Services' mission is to serve the City of Charlotte by improving surface waters and conveying rainwater safely through well-maintained storm drainage systems. Each year Storm Water Services invests $100+ million in capital improvements and staff manages hundreds of storm drainage improvement projects. Storm Water Services is one of the largest stormwater utilities in the Southeast with approximately 215,000 customer accounts and more than 200 full-time positions.  

Overview

The City of Charlotte is the largest municipality in North Carolina and the 17th largest city in the United States, with a total population of more than 872,498 citizens. A major commerce center, Charlotte hosts several of the nation’s largest banks and technology companies.

Also known as the Queen City, Charlotte is home to the Carolina Panthers, the Charlotte Hornets and the NASCAR Hall of Fame. We work hard to ensure that the community will be a winning city for everyone – a truly remarkable place to live, work, learn and play. Join us in helping to keep our City thriving, ensuring upward mobility and advancement in the workplace.

Function

Management

Summary

This position is a supervisory level position based in the Storm Water Services Engineering and Design Division and is responsible for managing a team that performs project management and technical services in support of the storm drainage improvement and water quality enhancement projects.

This position requires a high level of interpersonal, technical, collaboration, community engagement and leadership skills. This is a senior level position, requiring expert knowledge in all aspects of stormwater infrastructure design principles and practices.  

Major Duties and Responsibilities

  • Supervise/manage multiple project managers who oversee the planning, design, and construction phases of various projects using consultants and in-house services.
  • Assist the Program Manager with workload leveling and meeting the annual Storm Water Capital Improvement Program budget.
  • Provide input and technical expertise to support the development and implementation of policies, processes, and standards of practice for the City.  
  • Provide coaching, mentoring, guidance and training to staff regarding processes, policies and standards of practice.  
  • Monitor and report on project progress of schedules and budgets.
  • Complete review of project fee estimates, scoping documents, planning reports, construction plans, cost estimates and contract specification submittals for technical competency and consistency.  
  • Conduct performance evaluations of staff.
  • Serve as a point of contact for the Division, the Department and the City on storm water issues.  
  • Develop and implement activities to improve the team’s processes, work practices, and performance.
  • Communicate and respond to citizens, the public, management, and City officials.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Ability to successfully perform project management tasks including the proactive management of the critical path in project initiation, planning, implementation and closeout.
  • Working knowledge of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Drainage Design Manual, City of Charlotte Land Development Standards, NCDOT Standards and Specifications, and other local ordinances, requirements, and/or manuals.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to apply conflict resolution techniques.
  • Progressively responsible leadership and organizational experience in project management or program administration with a demonstrated ability to effectively direct and guide teamwork effort.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with others.
  • Good leadership skills, excellent organizational and conflict management skills.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Ability to interpret, analyze, prepare, and explain complex technical reports, data, technical specifications, and recommendations.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, departments, City Officials, and the public.
  • Ability to plan, prioritize and organize work and complete assignments with minimal supervision.  
  • Familiarity with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software commonly used in analysis and design of urban stormwater drainage systems.
  • Proficient computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel).
  • A valid driver’s license, a good driving record with the ability to obtain and maintain a City Driving Permit.

Preferred Qualification

  • Knowledge and experience in stormwater engineering principles, design, construction and permitting practices.  
  • 7 – 10 years of progressive work experience in planning, design and construction of storm drainage systems including management or supervisory experience. 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field and five (5) years of progressive work experience in planning, design, and construction of storm drainage systems.
  • Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) or ability to obtain within 1 year.

Salary

  • $80,344 – $100,430 Commensurate with Experience 

Conditions of Employment

The City’s Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.

Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate’s written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.

Please note that all job offers are contingent upon an applicant successfully passing a new hire background check, drug screening, and proof of COVID-19 vaccination. If an applicant does not pass the background screening or vaccination requirement, the offer will be rescinded.

The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

How To Apply

Apply online.

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Benefits

The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to all employees.

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The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

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