Sunshine Water Services

Project Manager - Utilities

Charlotte, NC

full time

$115,000-$125,000

On-site

Utilities

About This Job

Who We Are

Nexus Water Group is a leading regulated water and wastewater utility serving more than 1.3 million people across 20 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces.

“Nexus” means connection. Through the essential water and wastewater services we deliver, we have a very personal connection to the people, businesses, and communities we serve. This is why our operations are locally led and managed. Every day, over 1,300 professionals deliver vital, safe, and reliable service through over 670 water systems and 360 wastewater systems.

What We Offer

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Compensation: Yearly Salary $115,000 - $125,000

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Paid Time Off and Holidays: Starting at 3 weeks annually and paid company holidays

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Comprehensive Benefits: The first day of the month after your start, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. Other great benefits include company provided life insurance and Employee Assistance Program just to name a few.

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401(k) Program: Employer contribution. Employer contribution made to the 401(k) plan are vested at 100% and start 30 days after your start.

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Grow with us: Professionally development opportunities through training, professional certifications, and education allowance

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Employee Resource Groups (ERG): ERGs are voluntary employee groups that form based on shared characteristics or backgrounds and are sponsored by the organization.

Overview

The Nexus Water Group team has an opportunity for a

Project Manager - Utilities

. This role will be responsible for water and wastewater utility construction projects from initial contract negotiations through startup and warranty termination.

Work Location and Schedule

This position will be based in

Charlotte, NC

with some travel.

What You'll Do

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Oversees complex technical projects, adhering to strict goals and deadlines.

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Creates and maintains activity and progress reports for internal and external customers.

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Responsible for all project development.

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Hires, directs, evaluates and disciplines Construction Inspectors.

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Obtains engineering proposals, monitors project budgets, construction activity and coordinates timing with operations.

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Tracks all budget related information, such as hours worked and expenses, etc.

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Coordinates all daily activities and personnel for each project.

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Processes paperwork, including invoices, for each project in a timely manner and submits to VP of Operations.

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Ensures the success of projects, while remaining in line with time and budget parameters.

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Notifies management staff of any current or pending escalations relating to projects, or items that could impact the success of projects.

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Coordinates and completes the work necessary to obtain approval on emergency projects.

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Constant, independent travel daily between worksites on Company time.

Experience What You'll Bring

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Requires a minimum of 3 years engineering experience, preferably related to water and/or wastewater projects and design.

Education and Licenses

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Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering or similar field required

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Must maintain a valid driver’s license

Nice to have

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MS or MBA preferred.

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PE preferred

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Familiarity with water modeling software preferred

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

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Ability to calculate basic mathematical equations.

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Ability to read and interpret soil and hydro-geological reports and maps.

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Ability to complete work that will ensure the approval of all capital projects in a timely manner.

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Ability to keep accurate records and prepare and submit accurate reports.

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Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

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Excellent organizational and problem solving skills, including negotiating, decision-making research and analysis, and interpersonal skills.

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Ability to provide safe working conditions for fellow workers.

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Ability to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public.

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Ability to understand and implement a variety of the field’s concepts, practices and procedures.

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Ability to motivate others in the pursuit of Company goals.

Work Environment

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Normal office setting

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May require considerable mental focus or sensory effort for an extensive length of time (consistently throughout the day)

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May spend an extensive amount of time focused on a screen or on a task.

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Within the region; up to 25% for training, meetings, project management, etc.

About Our Company

We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any characteristic or condition protected by Federal, state, or local law.

We are an E-Verify participating employer.

CWS

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Job Identification 1348

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Posting Date 01/16/2025, 09:25 PM

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Degree Level Bachelor's Degree

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Job Schedule Full time

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Locations Charlotte, NC, United States