Highlights of the job

We have exciting opportunities for Project Managers to join EPCOR working at our Taylor, Texas industrial water site.
You will initially be reporting to a capital project construction site near Taylor, Texas and will oversee and manage the delivery of water/wastewater capital projects through all aspects of engineering design, permitting, procurement, construction and commissioning. This is accomplished predominantly through the use of engineering consultants and construction contractors.

What you’d be responsible for

The primary accountability of this position is to deliver capital projects within budget and on schedule. Other key accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

• Project scoping, scheduling and cost estimation.
• Development of project execution plans and strategies including identification of stakeholders, risks and constraints.
• Value-based selection of engineering consultants and construction contractors through solicitation and review of bids and proposals.
• Negotiation of design and construction cost proposals.
• Active management and administration of engineering consultant and construction contracts.
• Coordination of design and construction activities with Engineering and Operations staff.
• Review and evaluation of design and other technical documents prepared by engineering consultants.
• Formal and Informal reporting on project progress.
• Development and updating of spending forecasts.
• Interaction with Federal, State, County and local regulatory agencies, other utilities and property owners to obtain necessary easements, permits, licenses, certifications and approvals.
• Oversight of construction activities and coordination with Construction Inspector.
• Completion of close-out documentation for asset booking and capitalization.
• Providing technical guidance and advice to support Operations staff.

What’s required to be successful

• 4-year degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Construction Management or a related technical discipline.
• 6-10 years of experience with a general knowledge of civil engineering, project management and construction/operation of water/wastewater facilities and infrastructure.
• Experience in Alternative Project delivery such as Design Build, Progressive Design Build, P3 etc.
• Project assignments will be varied in scope and require the use of independent judgement and initiative.
• A solid understanding of current trends and technology for water/wastewater conveyance and treatment systems is required and a basic understanding of water/wastewater utility operations and private water utility economics is preferred.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas or ability to obtain registration within 1 year is preferred.
• Texas Commission of Environmental Quality (TCEQ) operator certifications are a plus.
• This position requires a general understanding of industry safety regulations, as well as federal, state and county water quality and design regulations and technical standards.
• Must also be extremely well versed in Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Other important facts about this job

As an EPCOR employee, you will enjoy a variety of benefits such as a competitive salary, an incentive award program, an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision and other insurance coverage, retirement plan with substantial company contribution, generous time-off schedules, training opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and certification support. We’ve been voted as a Best Places to Work employer and we value the safety of each of our team members through our robust safety training and celebration of safety milestones.

Headquartered in Phoenix, EPCOR USA owns, operates and builds water, wastewater and natural gas infrastructure and is among the largest private water utilities in the Southwest. EPCOR USA is an indirect, wholly owned subsidiary of EPCOR Utilities Inc. We invest in and look after our communities and the environment. We’re proud of the work we do and the people we hire to do it.

Please note the following information:

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age and legally entitled to work in the United States.
• If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, driving, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required.
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-employment drug testing will be required.

Note: This posting is for current opportunities and while no posting end date is indicated, it may close at any time, based on fulfillment of business needs. We thank all candidates for their interest; however only those selected to move forward will be contacted.

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