Senior Utility Finance Project Manager

Willdan Group, Inc.; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Willdan Financial Services (WFS) is seeking a Project Manager to lead multiple consulting engagements for local government clients. The role focuses on updating cost allocation plans, building financial models for water, sewer, and energy utilities, and delivering analyses that support rate making, budgeting, and strategic decisions.

You will engage with clients, coordinate project teams, and communicate findings to policymakers and stakeholders, ensuring quality and timely delivery in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Urban Planning, or Public Administration.
• 4+ years of relevant experience (government sector preferred).
• Experience with utility or local government clients.
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects, timelines, and budgets.
• Experience presenting findings to elected bodies and the public.

Responsibilities

• Update and review user fee programs and cost allocation plans.
• Create and analyze financial models for utility clients.
• Perform fiscal and economic impact analyses.
• Identify revenue enhancement strategies.
• Manage client engagement and project coordination.
• Prepare reports and present findings to stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Client engagement

Financial modeling

MS Office

Communication

Time management

Staff development

Stakeholder management

Education

B.A./B.S. in Finance

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Job description

Willdan Financial Services (WFS) is seeking a Project Manager to lead multiple consulting engagements for local government clients. The role focuses on updating cost allocation plans, building financial models for water, sewer, and energy utilities, and delivering analyses that support rate making, budgeting, and strategic decisions.

You will engage with clients, coordinate project teams, and communicate findings to policymakers and stakeholders, ensuring quality and timely delivery in a