Public Utilities Planning Manager II

Sarasota County; United States; On-site; USD 77,105 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Retirement System

11 paid holidays and vacation days

Job summary

The Sarasota County Public Utilities Department is looking for a visionary utility planning and engineering leader. This management-level role involves directing the Utility Planning Team within the Utility Engineering Division, focusing on water, wastewater, and reclaimed water systems.

You will develop master plans, manage reviews for development projects, and collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure sustainable growth and reliable utility services. A Bachelor's degree and Florida licensing are required, with a starting pay range of $77,105.60 – $110,000.00 annually based on experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Associate's degree in Civil Engineering with relevant experience.
• Registered Professional Engineer licensed in Florida required.
• Eight years of experience in utility engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of utility master plans.
• Manage utility planning reviews for development projects.
• Supervise and mentor planning staff.

Skills

Utility engineering knowledge

Project management

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Hydraulic modeling software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer license in Florida

Associate's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bentley's SewerGEMS

ArcGIS

Job description

Department: Public Utilities

About Our Job

Are you a visionary utility planning and engineering leader who thrives on solving complex infrastructure challenges and making a lasting impact on a growing community? This management–level role leads the Utility Planning Team within the Utility Engineering Division and helps shape the future of Sarasota County's water, wastewater, and reclaimed water systems. You will drive long–range planning, support major capital investments, guide development and utility reviews, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure sustainable growth, regulatory compliance, and reliable utility services. If you are passionate about shaping communities, advancing critical infrastructure, and mentoring high–performing teams, this is an opportunity to leave a meaningful legacy.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of master plans for water, wastewater, and reclaimed water systems
• Direct technical studies, growth projections, and planning efforts that support utility capital improvement programs
• Manage utility planning reviews for development projects to ensure compliance with County, utility, and regulatory requirements
• Oversee reviews of utility construction plans, site and development projects, subdivision plats, and public utility easements
• Coordinate utility–related activities and permitting with state agencies, including FDOT projects and utility permits
• Provide technical guidance and engineering support to utility operations for complex infrastructure issues
• Collaborate with County departments, regulatory agencies, developers, property owners, and community stakeholders on utility planning initiatives
• Supervise, mentor, and develop planning staff through coaching, performance management, training, and recruitment activities
• Develop and manage the Planning team’s annual budget and identify staffing and resource needs
• Monitor departmental performance metrics and ensure planning objectives, regulatory requirements, and service standards are achieved

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering or a highly related field AND four (4) years of job‑related experience – OR – Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering or a highly related field AND six (6) years of job‑related experience – AND – Two (2) years or more of supervisory experience in the operations and maintenance of repair and construction of water and sewer facilities
• Registered Professional Engineer licensed (P.E. or P.G.) in the State of Florida at the time of hire
• Valid Florida Driver License at the time of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• Eight (8) years of experience in the field of utility engineering and planning
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations related to design and construction of water, wastewater, and reclaimed water systems and facilities
• Experience with Bentley’s SewerGEMS, WaterGEMS, or other hydraulic modeling software
• Experience in using Microsoft Office software, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and ArcGIS

Other Information

Subject to passing substance screening. The position is subject to passing a pre‑employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment for a period of five (5) years.

Starting Pay Range: $77,105.60 – $110,000.00 annually, based on experience

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short–Term and Long–Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); Florida Retirement System; wellness program including free gyms and classes at multiple Sarasota County Government locations; 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full‑time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. A job applicant with a disability who requires reasonable accommodation to participate in the application/selection process is requested to make known the need for an accommodation to Human Resources or appropriate county staff members. Sarasota County Government is a Tobacco‑Free/Drug‑Free Workplace.