Remote-Eligible Engineering Manager - Water Infrastructure

Central Arizona Project; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 168,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

401(k)

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation/Sick time

Relocation benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Central Arizona Project seeks an Engineering Manager to lead the Engineering Services Department, providing multi‑disciplinary support for civil, mechanical, electrical, and control systems engineering design, survey, project management, and land administration. The role oversees the capital improvement program, lands administration, and ensures code compliance and safe, reliable water deliveries.

Collaboration with external partners and consultants is essential, with a focus on long‑term rate

Qualifications

• Ten (10) years of progressive experience in the applicable field.
• At least three (3) years supervising professionals and multi‑disciplined crafts.
• Ability to develop goals and align department with strategic objectives.
• Commitment to professional development and continuous improvement of staff.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation, conflict resolution and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Directs and oversees CAP's Engineering Services Department across Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Control Systems engineering.
• Oversees CAP capital improvement program, asset modifications, and lands administration for reliable water deliveries and rate stability.
• Manages lands, right of way, and land use agreements; archives essential drawings and records.
• Acts as AHJ for code compliance; reviews and approves designs and construction of water infrastructure projects.
• Directs emergency preparedness for dams and urban canals through Emergency Action Plans; leads incident response when activated.
• Represents CAP with external agencies, consultants, suppliers and contractors.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Conflict resolution

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Central Arizona Project seeks an Engineering Manager to lead the Engineering Services Department, providing multi‑disciplinary support for civil, mechanical, electrical, and control systems engineering design, survey, project management, and land administration. The role oversees the capital improvement program, lands administration, and ensures code compliance and safe, reliable water deliveries.

Collaboration with external partners and consultants is essential, with a focus on long‑term rate