Utilities Engineer

OWASA is seeking a team member to join our capital improvements team as a Utilities Engineer in the Engineering Department . This position is responsible for managing all aspects of assigned capital improvement projects.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing request for proposals qualifications to include contracts, cost estimates, bid/proposals, contract awards, etc.
• Executing assigned capital improvement projects and studies by procuring and directing the work of consultants and contractors.
• Providing engineering expertise to ensure the successful completion of assigned capital improvement projects.
• Overseeing construction of assigned capital improvement projects in conjunction with resident project representatives.
• Maintaining project schedules and budgets, ensuring conformance with internal policies, engineering standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Responding to customer concerns and inquiries; Interacting with consultants, contractors, regulators, operations and professional staff, members of the public, and other stakeholders.

Position requires a Professional Engineer license with a minimum of four years of relevant experience and a North Carolina Class C drivers license. Successful candidate must have knowledge of engineering and project management principles and practices used in the design, permitting, and construction of public water and wastewater projects . Candidates should be self-motivated and have excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with a proven ability to effectively manage projects.

T eam members are our most important resource. Benefits include:

• Membership in the NC Local Government Employee Retirement System
• 5% Employer 457 Deferred Compensation contribution
• Retirement Health Savings account
• Employer paid Health, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Dependent Life, Long-term Disability
• Vacation, Sick, Personal, Bereavement, Parental Leave; 12 Paid Holidays
• Eligible for telework (up to 2 days a week) after successfully completing the probationary period
• Educational Reimbursement, Cell Phone Stipend, Bonus Pay for Additional Certifications and/or Education
• Ability to transfer unused sick leave from preceding NC Local Government or State agency employer?
• Much, much more!