Engineering Project Manager

Harrisburg, Town of (NC); Harrisburg (NC); On-site; USD 73,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Benefits package

Job summary

The Town of Harrisburg is seeking an Engineering Project Manager to lead the Engineering Division’s project delivery and field inspection coordination. You will supervise inspection staff, coordinate contractor work, and ensure infrastructure aligns with plans and standards.

Ideal candidate has a four-year degree in a related field and substantial supervisory experience in municipal settings. A NC Driver’s License and preferred certifications (EI, PMP, erosion control) are desirable.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, engineering technology, construction management, project management, or a related field.
• Considerable related engineering, construction administration, inspection, or project management experience, preferably in a municipal or utilities setting; supervisory experience.
• Engineer Intern, Project Management Professional, construction inspection, erosion control, stormwater, or related certifications are preferred.
• Possession of a valid North Carolina Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Manage capital projects and coordinate consultant and contractor work.
• Oversee construction inspection coordination and supervision of inspection staff.
• Ensure infrastructure work aligns with approved plans, standards, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Construction administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Bachelor's degree in engineering technology

Bachelor's degree in construction management

Bachelor's degree in project management

Certification: Engineer Intern (EI)

Certification: Project Management Professional (PMP)

Job description

WHO WE ARE:

The Town of Harrisburg is one of the fastest growing communities in North Carolina and considered one of the top ten affluent zip codes in the surrounding region. While growth has been exponential over the past ten years, the Town has been able to maintain its tight knit community-based mindset and strategically foster a work culture where customer service excellence is our #1 priority.

WHAT WE NEED:

The Town of Harrisburg is accepting applications in the Engineering Department for the position of Engineering Project Manager.An employee in this class serves as the Engineering Division’s project management and construction inspection coordination lead. Work includes managing assigned capital projects, coordinating consultant and contractor work, supporting development review, overseeing construction documentation, supervising construction inspection personnel, and coordinating field activities to ensure infrastructure is constructed in accordance with approved plans, specifications, Town standards, and regulatory requirements. The position reports to the Deputy Town Engineer and directly supervises the Construction Inspector and Construction Grading Inspector. The Project Manager assigns and reviews inspection work, establishes inspection priorities, coordinates field coverage, reviews inspection documentation, provides coaching and training, and supports performance management for assigned inspection staff. Position focuses on project delivery, construction coordination, field inspection management, consultant and contractor coordination, and day-to-day supervision of assigned inspection staff. Work is evaluated through conferences, review of records, project delivery results, inspection documentation, construction quality, budget and schedule performance, customer service, and effectiveness of relationships with internal and external customers.

DESIREABLE CANDIDATE:

Graduation from a four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, engineering technology, construction management, project management, or a related field and considerable related engineering, construction administration, inspection, or project management experience, preferably in a municipal or utilities setting; including supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Engineer Intern, Project Management Professional, construction inspection, erosion control, stormwater, or related certifications are preferred. Possession of a valid North Carolina Driver’s License.

WHAT WE OFFER:

An excellent comprehensive benefits package and a desirable place to work where employees feel appreciated for their contributions.

The hiring range is $73,282 - $91,155 annually and starting salary will be dependent on qualifications and prior experience. Eligible for $3,500 sign-on bonus upon hire.