Project Manager - Capital Project Delivery

City of Aurora

2d•$36 - $47•Onsite

About The Position

Aurora Water seeks a Project Manager for its Capital Project Delivery team. Aurora Water plans, designs, operates, and maintains the City’s drinking water, sanitary sewer, and storm drainage systems. The team’s Project Manager procures and manages consultants and contractors delivering capital improvement projects. Appointment may be at Project Manager I or Project Manager II level based on the candidate’s qualifications, skills, and experience. Responsibilities are consistent across levels, with increasing independence, project responsibility, and complexity at the higher level. Project Manager I works under general supervision and, as needed, with guidance from senior staff or management. Project Manager II independently procures consultants and contractors, manages assigned projects, and represents the department in multiple internal and external settings. Compensation is commensurate with experience: Project Manager I pays $35.63–$44.54, and Project Manager II pays $37.42–$46.77. The position is classified as Variable Hour Benefit Eligible (VHBE), with work of up to 40 hours per week. The selected candidate may elect medical, dental, and vision coverage, accrue paid time off, and receive 11 paid holidays. The work is primarily in an office in a clean, comfortable environment, with possible field visits to active construction sites. Employees may be required to work as essential personnel when the City declares an emergency or disaster. The City has scheduled unpaid furlough days in 2026: January 16, April 10, July 2, and December 24.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience demonstrating the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Project Manager I: two years of professional-level project management experience or experience in a related field.
Project Manager II: five years of professional-level project management experience or experience in a related field.
State driver’s license with a good driving history.
Project Manager I: basic knowledge of engineering principles, practices, theories, and techniques related to infrastructure planning and project management.
Project Manager II: intermediate knowledge of engineering principles, practices, theories, and techniques related to infrastructure planning and project management.
Understanding of the principles, practices, financial management, and operating requirements of a water utility.
Strong interpersonal, analytical, project management, and leadership skills.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and citizens.
Ability to handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy.
Ability to plan and schedule work unit operations.
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and use good judgment in prioritizing work assignments.

Nice To Haves

Certified Associate in Project Management certification.

Responsibilities

Assist with or procure design consultants and contractors for capital improvement projects, depending on level.
Manage and negotiate project scope, fees, and schedules for assigned projects.
Communicate project status updates to stakeholders.
Review construction drawings, specifications, and engineering reports for conformance with City standards and codes.
Represent the department in internal and external settings, with the level of independence appropriate to the position level.
Apply project management principles to deliver assigned projects.
Perform additional duties as assigned.