Utilities Project Management Manager

Salary: $98,138.14 - $126,221.70 Annually

Location : Clearwater, FL

Job Type: Full Time

Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number: 2024-00178

Division: Planning & Projects Division

Department: Project Management

Opening Date: 11/27/2024

Position Overview

Tampa Bay Water is seeking a skilled and experienced Utilities Project Management Manager to lead and oversee complex utility projects within our service area. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic individual with a background in project management, utilities infrastructure, and leadership. As the Project Management Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the successful planning, execution, and completion of various water, wastewater, and utility infrastructure projects that support the continued growth and sustainability of the Tampa Bay region.

Essential Functions

• Lead and manage the project management team to deliver utilities projects on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Develop and implement project plans, including defining project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Coordinate resources and ensure project activities comply with safety, regulatory, and quality standards.
• Oversee the preparation of cost estimates, budgets, and timelines for utility-related projects.
• Serve as the main point of contact for all internal and external stakeholders, including contractors, consultants, regulatory agencies, and the community.
• Monitor and report project progress, identifying and mitigating risks or delays.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring the timely completion of all tasks and milestones.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring best practices and innovative approaches are applied to all projects.
• Develop and provide guidance, mentorship, and professional development opportunities for the project management team.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, project management, public administration, engineering, or similar from an accredited college or university; or equivalent experience. Master's degree preferred.
• Eight (8) years of professional work experience managing infrastructure projects, programs and/or project portfolios.
• Five (5) or more years of experience managing or supervising employees and/or contractors.
  
• Managed three (3) or more capital water infrastructure projects using alternative delivery methods such as Design-Build, Progressive Design-Build, and Construction Manager at Risk.
  
• Certified as Design-Build Professional from the Design-Build Institute (DBIA), and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute, and/or Program Management Professional (PgMP) Certification from the Project Management Institute, or ability to obtain any of the above.
• Extensive experience in managing water, wastewater, and utilities infrastructure projects, including budgeting, scheduling, and contractor management.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and environmental compliance in utility projects.
• Proven ability to manage teams, stakeholders, and budgets effectively.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Ability to solve complex problems and make decisions under pressure.

Why Join Tampa Bay Water?

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Career growth opportunities in a dynamic and essential industry.
• Work with a dedicated and talented team focused on providing safe, reliable water to the Tampa Bay region.
• Be part of an organization committed to environmental stewardship, sustainability, and community impact.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Our Benefits:
Medical and Prescription Program
Dental and Vision
Florida Retirement System
457 Retirement Plans
Basic Life Insurance / AD&D
Long-Term Disability
Paid Vacation and Holidays
Flex Leave
Personal Day
Paid Sick Time
Employee Assistance Program
Medical Flexible Spending Account Program
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Program
Longevity Awards/Gifts
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Program
Discount Tickets
Pet Insurance
Flexible Work Schedule:
Tampa Bay Water is committed to helping employees balance work, family, home life and personal obligations by offering flexible work arrangements.
Employees may be considered for flexible work arrangements for positions where the flexible work arrangement allows for individual department operations to be fully covered with no expense to productivity and quality.
Flexible work arrangement options available to employees include:

• Adjusted Work Schedule - employee works eight hours per workday but starts work earlier/later in the morning and ends work earlier/later in the afternoon.
• Compressed Work Schedule - employee works 10 hours per workday, reducing the workweek to four days per week.
• Teleworking - employee works part of the workweek at home/alternate workplace.

01

How many years of professional experience do you have in managing water infrastructure projects, programs and/or project portfolios using formal project/program management methodology, techniques, and tools?

• 0-2 years
• 2-4 years
• 4-6 years
• 6-8 years
• 8-10 years
• Over 10 years

02

How many years of experience do you have in managing or supervising employees and/or contractors?

• None
• 0-2 years
• 2-3 years
• 3-5 years
• 5-7 years
• 7-9 years
• 9 or more years

03

How many capital water infrastructure projects using alternative delivery methods have you managed?

• 1-2
• 3-5
• 6-8
• 9-10
• Over 10
• None

04

Please check which construction project delivery methods you have had experience with:

• Design-Build
• Progressive Design Build
• Construction Manager at Risk
• Other
• None

05

What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• None
• High School or GED
• College Certificate Program
• Associate's
• Bachelor's
• Master's
• Doctoral

06

What is your degree major?

07

Do you have a valid driver's license or ability to obtain?

• Yes
• No

08

Are you legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer?

• Yes
• No

09

Will you now or will you in the future require employment visa sponsorship?

• Yes
• No

Required Question