Project Manager - Utilities

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


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


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


* 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.


* 401(k) Program: Employer contribution.

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


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


* 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


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


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


* Responsible for all project development.


* Hires, directs, evaluates and disciplines Construction Inspectors.


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


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


* Coordinates all daily activities and personnel for each project.


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


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


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


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