Project Manager

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About the Position

Are you a skilled Project Manager with a passion for impactful infrastructure work? Join our team and lead innovative flood control projects that make a real difference in communities across Maricopa County.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Manager to oversee the planning, design, and development of complex public works projects focused on flood risk reduction. This role offers the opportunity to manage multiple high-impact projects from concept through construction, working at the intersection of engineering, environmental planning, and community engagement.

About Us

Flood Control? In a desert? Absolutely!

Though Maricopa County is in a desert, floods occur during two distinct rainy seasons the summer monsoon and winter frontal rains. Although the Flood Control District has made significant progress over the years, work remains to be done. Maricopa County continues to be one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States, with over 200 people moving here daily!

Want more information on the Flood Control District of Maricopa County? Check out this video !

Proud to Offer

• Work with a greater purpose

• Tuition reimbursement

• Exceptional work-life balance, with a hybrid work schedule option

• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County

• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

• Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively

• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave

• Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts

• Employee discounts for goods and services

• Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

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We Require

• Four years of professional civil engineering experience or in a related field

• Experience in the development of the design of public works civil projects, and the preparation of related construction plans and specifications (P&S). Experience in working with and directing consultants, contract management, developing budgets, and project schedules

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field

• An equivalent combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis

• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona drivers license by the time of hire

We Also Value

• Registration as a professional engineer (PE) by the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration, or by the technical board of another state, with the ability to obtain Arizona Registration within six months of employment

• Experience with flood control projects

Job Contributions

• Provide leadership, direction, and guidance in the development of projects; manage and coordinate consulting engineers, planners, contractors, and other staff to assure the proper execution of all phases of the program and projects

• Plan the work and direct the development of the project design, scope of work, schedules, budgets, criteria, standards, and specifications; resolve complex problems, and assure conformance to county, state, and Federal regulations

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including reviews of project plans, specifications, technical/design reports, cost estimates, public exhibits, alternative analyses, and other deliverables with in-house staff and project partners

• Prepare, negotiate, and maintain project authorizations, including MOUs, Resolutions, IGAs, and other associated project documents, coordinate the development of these authorizations with partners, and make presentations to various Boards on projects and project authorizations

• Present projects at public meetings and board meetings, evaluate stakeholder and public concerns, and ensure project status by working with stakeholders

• Participate in consultant selections and contract negotiations

• Other job duties as assigned

Working Conditions

• This position is eligible for hybrid flexibility after a brief training period

• Exerting up to 20 pounds occasionally, 10 pounds frequently, or negligible amounts constantly, or requires walking or standing to a significant degree

• Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions

• Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures, wetness/humidity, respiratory hazards, and noise and vibration

Machines, tools, equipment, software, and hardware

• Use of a computer on a daily basis, with general office software, and other software used in the review of plans and specifications

Protective equipment required

• Personal protective equipment will be required while on construction sites

Selection Procedure

• Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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