Project Manager - Professional Engineer

Maricopa County • Phoenix, AZ

7d • $90,000 - $133,750 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Flood Control District of Maricopa County is seeking a Project Manager to oversee the planning, design, and development of complex public works projects focused on reducing flood risk. The role manages multiple projects from concept through construction and works across engineering, environmental planning, and community engagement. The position may require sealing documents with a Professional Engineer stamp. It is eligible for hybrid flexibility after a brief training period. The work is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. Construction-site visits require employer-provided personal protective equipment.

Requirements

• Two years of professional engineering experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (such as Civil, Structural, Chemical, Environmental, or Mechanical), Landscape Architecture, Surveying, Hydrology, Environmental Science, Geology, or a related field.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) with the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration or another state’s technical board, with the ability to obtain Arizona registration within six months of employment.
• Possess or be able to obtain a valid Arizona driver’s license by the time of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Four or more years of professional civil engineering experience.
• Experience with flood control projects.
• Experience developing public works civil project designs and preparing related construction plans and specifications.
• Experience working with and directing consultants, contract management, developing budgets, and project schedules.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, direction, and guidance in project development.
• Manage and coordinate consulting engineers, planners, and other staff to ensure proper execution of project phases, including design, construction-document preparation, and agreements; seal documents with a PE stamp when required.
• Plan project work and direct development of project design, scope, schedules, budgets, criteria, standards, and specifications; resolve complex problems and ensure compliance with county, state, and federal regulations.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to review project plans, specifications, technical and design reports, cost estimates, public exhibits, alternative analyses, and other deliverables.
• Prepare, negotiate, and maintain project authorizations, including MOUs, Resolutions, IGAs, and related documents; coordinate their development with partners and present projects and authorizations to Boards.
• Present projects at public and Board meetings, evaluate public and stakeholder concerns, and work with stakeholders to ensure project status.
• Participate in consultant selections and contract negotiations.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement.
• Hybrid work schedule option after a brief training period.
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County.
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for the employee and qualifying dependents.
• Child care benefits, including access to the Maricopa County Kids Club.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave.
• Wellness program with an incentive.
• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit with an 11.98% per-paycheck contribution rate and a 100% employer match on Day 1.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level