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City of Charlottesville Utilities Contract Manager in United States
Utilities Contract Manager
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Utilities Contract Manager
Salary
$63,044.80 - $82,097.60 Annually
Location
Charlottesville, VA
Job Type
Regular Full-Time
Job Number
240200027
Department
Public Utilities
Opening Date
03/27/2024
Closing Date
Continuous
Bargaining Unit
N/A
Description
Benefits
Questions
General Summary
The Utilities Contract Manager performs professional and administrative work in directing the operation, maintenance, repair, and improvements of the City's water distribution, wastewater collection, and/or stormwater systems. Works independently while maintaining a high level of customer service to all stakeholders.
The preferred hiring amount is between $ 63,044.80 - $82,097.60 Annually. Starting offer is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity. This is a full-time, exempt, position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City's retirement options, gym membership reimbursement (up to $34 a month), tuition reimbursement (up to $3,000 per fiscal year), and continuing education/training opportunities.
For a general summary of benefits offered by the City, please click the 'benefits' tab on this posting, or visit https://www.charlottesville.gov/1047/Employee-Benefits.
The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and does not participate in VRS, however the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS and there are certain provisions that must be met. For questions pertaining to the Portability Agreement, please contact the City's Benefits Administrator at 434-970-3462.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties
Work includes the following:
Utility construction management, primarily replacing existing waterline, wastewater and/or stormwater utilities requiring field design and engineering.
Review of site plans.
Engineering design.
Field inspections.
Manage replacement projects including assessment of existing physical conditions and prioritization of projects.
Plan, schedule, and/or coordinate project related utility outages.
Investigate customer complaints related to projects under construction and of potential issues with existing utilities.
Review invoices and change orders submitted by contractors.
Communicate with other city departments related to potential utility projects impacting infrastructure or services.
Complete all required training in accordance with Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and standard operating procedures.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Education, Experience and Skills
Minimum Qualifications:
Must have any combination of education and experience equivalent to a 4-year Bachelors of Science degree in Civil Engineering
5-10 years of related work experience
Virginia Driver’s License and must meet the city’s driving eligibility requirements.
Skills: Comprehensive knowledge of the practices, regulatory requirements, safety, general civil engineering practices, public works administration, contract administration, budgeting and accounting, and operations of water and wastewater systems. Must have computer skills that include Microsoft office, and Access plus knowledge of GIS, GPS, CAD, and hydraulic modeling. Ability to communicate effectively.
Physical Conditions & Additional Information
Medium work exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, or an amount greater than negligible and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.
Work is performed in both an office and outside; may be exposure to respiratory, fumes, allergens, uneven terrain, physical and mechanical hazards, loud noise, and various weather conditions. The employee is expected to use appropriate protective equipment for the assigned task (hard hat, safety vest, steel-toe shoes, etc.); and any other equipment as apparent or assigned. Is subject to the city’s driver eligibility standards.
There are no benefits for this position, as it is a temporary, substitute, seasonal or intern position, or the work schedule is less than 20 hours per week.
01
Do you possess any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering?
Yes; I possess a Bachelor's degree, or higher, in Civil Engineering.
Yes; I possess a combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelors degree in Civil Engineerng.
No.
02
Please indicate your level of experience related to the position of which you are applying to:
One to less than two years
Two to less than five years
Five to less than seven years
Seven years or greater.
03
This position requires driving to perform essential job duties and requires a valid driver's license. The candidate selected for this position must meet the driver eligibility requirements of the City and must provide a certified copy of their DMV driving record. Do you possess a valid driver's license and are you willing to provide a certified copy of your DMV driving record, if selected as a finalist, for the City to confirm your driving eligibility?
Yes; I possess a valid driver's license and am willing to provide a certified copy of my DMV driving record.
No; However, I am willing and able to obtain a valid driver's license and am willing to provide a certified copy of my DMV driving record.
No; I do not have a valid driver's license, nor am I willing or able to obtain one, and/or am not willing to provide a certified copy of my DMV driving record.
04
To be considered, qualifying education and experience, including City of Charlottesville employment, must be clearly documented in the education, work history, and additional information sections of the employment application. Resumes can be attached but should not be used as a substitute for the required information on the application. I understand that an attached resume may not be accepted in place of a completed employment application and that my qualifications should be stated on the employment application itself.
Yes
No
05
I certify that the information above is true and correct, and I certify that it can be verified with reference to the information in my basic application. I understand that my application may be rejected if the responses to supplemental questions do not match my basic application.
Yes
No
Required Question
Agency
City of Charlottesville
Address
P. O. Box 911 605 East Main Street Charlottesville, Virginia, 22902
Phone
(434) 970-3490
Website
http://www.charlottesville.gov/jobs