Utilities Engineer

OWASA is seeking a team member to join our capital improvements team as a Utilities Engineer in the Engineering and Planning Department. This position is responsible for managing all aspects of assigned capital improvement projects.  

Key responsibilities include: 

• Developing request for proposals qualifications to include contracts, cost estimates, bid/proposals, contract awards, etc. 

• Executing assigned capital improvement projects and studies by procuring and directing the work of consultants and contractors 

• Providing engineering expertise to ensure the successful completion of assigned capital improvement projects 

• Overseeing construction of assigned capital improvement projects in conjunction with resident project representatives 

• Maintaining project schedules and budgets, ensuring conformance with internal policies, engineering standards, and regulatory requirements 
• Responding to customer concerns and inquiries; Interacting with consultants, contractors, regulators, operations and professional staff, members of the public, and other stakeholders 

Team members are our most important resource. Benefits and pay include: 

• Salary range is $96,264 - $144,396 

• Membership in the NC Local Government Employee Retirement System  

• 5% Employer 457 Deferred Compensation contribution

• Retirement Health Savings account

• Employer paid Health, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Dependent Life, Long-term Disability

• Vacation, Sick, Personal, Bereavement, Parental Leave; 12 Paid Holidays

• Educational Reimbursement, Cell Phone Stipend, Bonus Pay for Additional Certifications and/or Education

• Much, much more!

OWASA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to continuous improvement, sustainability, creativity, diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. Visit www.owasa.org to apply for this excellent opportunity. This recruitment will remain open until filled.