Utilities Operations Project Manager (Water & Wastewater)

Polk County BoCC; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct Deposit

Bi-Weekly Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

FRS Retirement

10 Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Education Incentives

Deferred Compensation

Wellness Incentives

EAP

Free Employee Gym

Free Employee Health Clinic

Job summary

The Polk County Board of County Commissioners is seeking an Utilities Operations Project Manager to coordinate and supervise projects within the Utilities Division. This exempt, office-based role involves managing water and wastewater initiatives, preparing bid documents, and ensuring contractor alignment with county standards.

Qualified graduates in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering with 2–5 years of project experience, plus a Florida driver’s license, are preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited four-year college with a degree in Electrical, Civil, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience including safety plans, project management, asset management, and maintenance engineering.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to obtain a Florida driver’s license.
• Comparable training/experience may substitute for the degree requirement.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, supervise employees and manage projects for the Utilities Operations section.
• Prepare and review bid/contract documents, specs, and cost estimates.
• Track project progress and update stakeholders on milestones.
• Coordinate with internal departments, contractors, and external parties.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Civil Engineering degree

Mechanical Engineering degree

Related engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

CMMS

Financial tracking tools

Job description

The Polk County Board of County Commissioners is seeking an Utilities Operations Project Manager to coordinate and supervise projects within the Utilities Division. This exempt, office-based role involves managing water and wastewater initiatives, preparing bid documents, and ensuring contractor alignment with county standards.

Qualified graduates in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering with 2–5 years of project experience, plus a Florida driver’s license, are preferred.