MANAGER, SPECIAL PROJECTS

MANAGER, SPECIAL PROJECTS - (260000BT)

Description

JOB PURPOSE

The Manager of Special Projects will lead the planning and design of workspace

and facilities projects across the organization. This role is responsible for

organizing, managing, and overseeing contractors and MLGW employees to

ensure the successful execution of project functions. This role invovles driving

project planning processes such as scope definition, cost estimating, schedule

development and monitoring, cost control, quality assurance, safety compliance,

equipment and vendor selection, start-up and commissioning, and system

integration. The Manager will also serve as the Division’s subject matter expert

on all data related to Division projects. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: The Manager of

Special Projects is responsible for developing and executing strategic and

operational plans for major initiatives that align with the organization’s goals,

leading cross-functional teams to deliver customer-focused projects that

enhance service quality and responsiveness. This role oversees all phases of

project execution, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, and performance

tracking, while proactively managing risks and ensuring successful outcomes

through continuous monitoring and post-implementation evaluation. The

Manager collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to align project

objectives with Division needs, facilitates coordination across departments, and

communicates progress, insights, and recommendations to senior leadership,

Board of Commissioners, City Council, and stakeholders. Additionally, the role

leverages data analytics and customer feedback to drive improvements,

maintains performance dashboards, and leads the development of project

management staff, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and

continuous improvement. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

LICENSES AND

CERTIFICATIONS

Must have a valid driver's license from the state of residence.

EDUCATION bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business Administration, and Project

Management, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE Six (6) years of experience in project management or a related field within the

utility industry, including a minimum of two (2) years in a supervisory role.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Must successfully complete NIMS training within one year of entering the job.

Working Conditions: Works primarily in an office setting. The role requires

occasional activities such as sitting, seeing, hearing, basic finger movements,

carrying, lifting, pushing, pulling (all under 20 lbs..), standing, walking, reaching,

bending, stooping, climbing, crawling, kneeling. May also be required to wear

personal protective equipment (PPE) occasionally, depending on the task or

location. THIS LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND

MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY.

Primary Location: USA-TN-Memphis

Work Locations: AB01 David F Hansen Admin Bldg 220 South Main Street Memphis 38101-0430

Job: Administration & Clerical

Organization: 0360000 Shared Services

Job Posting: May 1, 2026, 11:07:11 AM

Minimum Salary: 127.55

Midpoint Salary: 159,411.20