Utility Senior Project Manager

Posting Date04/16/26Application Deadline04/30/26Pay Range$74,000 - $112,500 annuallySalary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation.Job TypeUnclassifiedDepartmentTransportationAbout The PositionThe Utility Senior Project Manager provides critical and necessary support to nearly all county roadway transportation and maintenance projects. It requires the ability to lead a team of utility coordination professionals, multitask, build and maintain professional-quality relationships, and work both independently and as part of a team. The Utility Senior Project Manager must manage, negotiate/obtain agreements, and ensure identification, relocation, and costs for the various utilities on each project. The Utility Senior Project Manager evaluates complex utility designs and ensures that projects are clear of utility infrastructure conflicts prior to construction. Some utility construction, contractor, and other permit review and processing are required, along with assigning, directing, and reviewing the work of others.About UsWe value your time. The time with your family. The time you spend on the road. And the time you spend making a difference. At the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT), we provide connections that improve people's lives. By combining innovative technologies with the vast talent of our employees, we plan for future needs and operate a transportation system with the community in mind. Are you interested in contributing to the community in which you work, live, and play? Then, join our team and help us build connections.Proud to OfferWork with a greater purposeTuition reimbursementExceptional work-life balance with a hybrid work schedule optionOpportunities for growth and development within Maricopa CountyLow-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependentsChild care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County familiesPaid vacation, sick time, and parental leaveExtensive wellness program, including an incentiveEnrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZWe RequireTwo years of professional pre-registration civil engineering experienceBachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related fieldCertification as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) may substitute for the experience requirementA combination of related post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basisOther RequirementsSuccessful candidates must currently possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire.We Also ValueSix years of utility coordination, land surveying experience, construction inspection, construction management, or engineering designPrior experience with land/property rights, construction standards, traffic control, railroad safety, and design reviewJob ContributionsAssure that projects and permitted work are clear of utility infrastructure conflicts, and in compliance with county, state, and Federal standards and regulationsReview and approve the development of utility location basefiles, permits, complex relocation plans, specifications, designs, and costs. Clarify issues and identify additional research and planning required. Verify quality, completeness, and compliance of all submittals.Represent the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) at meetings with utility companies, contractors, consultants, other agencies, and project managers to coordinate Department initiatives, project activities, communicate policies and procedures, and resolve complex issuesDirect, manage, and coach utility coordinator staffAdvise County Project Managers, consultants, and other agencies on utility conflict avoidance during project design and construction. Resolve discrepancies between field conditions and plans, and recommend methods to resolve issuesReview and update various manuals and guidelines, including but not limited to Utility Technical Manual, Utility Coordination Guide, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Project Development Manual (PDM)Conduct field inspections and negotiate field changesDevelop and manage contracts with utility companies, monitor contracts for compliance, review and process invoice paymentsNegotiate the cost, design, and location of overhead and buried utility and railroad facilities within county rights-of-way on county and other agencies' public works projectsOther job duties as assignedWorking ConditionsThis position is eligible for hybrid flexibility after a brief training periodExerting 20 - 25 pounds occasionally, 10 - 25 pounds frequently, or up to 10 pounds constantlyThe work will occur in an office and field environment. While performing the duties and responsibilities, the employee may be exposed to loud noise, noxious odors, unsanitary conditions, chemicals, electricity, moving mechanical parts, varying weather conditions, and other related conditions and situations. Position is subject to atmospheric conditions: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilationMachines, Tools, Equipment, Software, and HardwareComputer with various software used by MCDOT, survey equipment, and locating equipment.Protective Equipment RequiredPPESelection ProcedureConsideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applicationsCandidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profileMust 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-sensitiveMaricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process.Apply Now!