Project Manager, Northwest New Mexico (INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY)

DigDeep Right to Water Project•Thoreau, NM

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Manager (PM) leads the day-to-day operations of the Navajo Water Project in Northwestern New Mexico, contributing to work elsewhere on the Navajo Nation when needed. The role is based in Thoreau, New Mexico, and reports to the Deputy Director and Director of the Navajo Water Project. The PM oversees a Field Supervisor, Water and Solar Technicians, and a Project Assistant, and works with program, operations, and development teams. The position coordinates program delivery, budgeting, staffing, partnerships, and communication with headquarters, the Navajo Nation government, water providers, external partners, and community members. It includes frequent travel to local program sites and occasional travel to DigDeep headquarters and other project locations across the United States. The PM develops and implements water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) programs responsive to community needs; plans and monitors projects, contractors, budgets, milestones, and compliance; and maintains accurate client data and project documentation. The role also cultivates partnerships and revenue and storytelling opportunities, supports client utility bill payments, represents the organization in local and external settings, and leads staff through clear goals, schedules, feedback, and day-to-day support. The PM promotes workplace safety and completes and monitors required safety training. This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position. The schedule is in-office Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The posted compensation range is $75,000–$105,000 per year, depending on experience. The position is open to current DigDeep employees only and is open until filled, with an ASAP start date.

Requirements

At least 5 years of project or program management experience.
At least 5 years of people-management experience, including setting clear expectations, organizing schedules, and ensuring accountability.
At least 5 years of experience in the nonprofit sector.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.
Experience with, or willingness to use, data collection platforms such as mWater.
Valid Class C non-commercial driver's license.
Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.
Ability to define tangible measures for program evaluation and reporting.
Ability to work under pressure, meet timelines, and handle time constraints.
Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills.
Strong organization, attention to detail, technological aptitude, and project-management skills.
Willingness to travel to the Navajo Nation, West Virginia, Texas, Washington, DC, DigDeep headquarters, and other locations as needed.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and walk up and down stairs.
Ability to work full-time in the office Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Understanding and appreciation of humanitarian principles.
Ability to complete assigned health and safety trainings before field work and throughout employment.
Position is available only to candidates currently employed at DigDeep.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
Project or program management experience involving engineering, plumbing, electrical work, or other trades.
Nonprofit experience in social justice, community organizing, international development, or environmental justice organizations.
Experience with Slack, Airtable, Asana, Ramp, and Zoom.
In-depth knowledge of construction procedures, machinery, heavy equipment, and OSHA/NOSHA guidelines.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Deputy Director and Director to carry out program work in Northwestern Navajo Nation and surrounding areas, set targets and timelines, and maintain local partnerships.
Identify Eastern Agency communities needing WASH assistance and develop strategies responsive to their needs and resources.
Plan and implement WASH programs and manage contractors and project delivery from design through completion, including work plans, milestones, safety, and timelines.
Conduct site visits and assessments; collect intake data; prepare Cooperative Partnership Agreements; obtain client consent; and collect completion information and storytelling media.
Ensure client intake information is entered accurately and promptly into mWater and maintained as needed.
Direct field work to meet objectives, budgets, and timelines, adjusting plans as challenges arise.
Routinely visit Northwestern Navajo Nation project sites and occasionally visit other Navajo Nation projects.
Plan and guide donor, press, and media field visits as needed, and oversee volunteer work.
Ensure program compliance with applicable laws and workplace and employee policies.
Assist with developing the annual regional program budget, update the project budget quarterly, and monitor expenditures.
Collaborate with the development team on revenue and storytelling opportunities, including major donor cultivation and annual campaigns.
Assist clients with the bill pay program by collecting required information and coordinating with local utilities.
Conduct outreach, represent DigDeep at local meetings, and consult with relevant agencies, including IHS, BIA, and EPA.
Build and maintain constructive relationships among staff, community members, elected leaders, partners, and the public.
Report plans, processes, and outcomes to executive staff and represent DigDeep at relevant conferences and events.
Promote occupational safety and health, complete assigned safety training, and ensure employees complete required training.
Supervise staff, including participating in hiring, addressing performance and discipline matters, recommending termination when necessary, and supporting staff development.
Lead regular staff meetings, communicate goals and deadlines, provide performance feedback, and ensure staff understand schedules and priorities.
Provide day-to-day leadership across communication contexts and uphold DigDeep’s culture through values-aligned operations and management.

Benefits

Generous vacation and sick leave.
23 weeks of paid parental leave.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance; employee coverage is 100% employer paid.
For spouse, children, or family coverage, the employer covers up to $750 of monthly medical insurance cost and 100% of dental and vision insurance cost.
401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
Life insurance, 100% employer paid.
Annual professional development stipend.
Annual wellbeing reimbursement.
BrightPlan financial wellness membership.
One Medical membership.
Kindbody membership.
Access Perks membership for discounts and savings.
Monthly cell phone reimbursement, position dependent.
Monthly internet reimbursement, position dependent.
Annual protective weather gear reimbursement, position dependent.
Annual protective footwear reimbursement, position dependent.
Work laptop.
15 paid holidays, including a one-week closure for Labor Day.
Domestic travel.