UTILITY PROJECT COORDINATOR

Town of Mooresville; Monroe (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Mooresville is seeking a dynamic Project Coordinator to lead utility project implementation and cross-functional initiatives. You will coordinate engineering, utility operations, contractors, developers, and agencies to ensure projects are completed on time and in compliance.

You will manage CIP programs, utility relocations, schedules, documentation, and performance metrics, while maintaining clear communication with stakeholders and town departments.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in related field with 5+ years municipal water/wastewater experience
• Bachelor's degree in a related field with 3+ years municipal utility experience
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

• Coordinate CIP projects and utility relocations with stakeholders.
• Manage in-house utility construction and maintenance projects.
• Develop schedules, tracking, and status reports.
• Coordinate regulatory initiatives and asset inventories.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and project documentation.
• Serve as liaison among staff, contractors, regulators, and customers.

Education

Associate degree related field

Bachelor's degree related field

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

About the Town of Mooresville

As one of North Carolina’s fastest-growing communities, the Town of Mooresville combines innovation, teamwork, and community pride to deliver exceptional public service. Mooresville is a thriving, connected community dedicated to providing outstanding services that foster inclusivity and vibrancy for all. Guided by our PAC-IQ values (People, Agility, Communication, Innovation, and Quality), we empower employees to collaborate, think ahead, and make a meaningful impact every day.

Work alongside a team committed to innovation and collaboration, creating positive change for the community!

Why Join the Town of Mooresville

We value our employees and invest in their success with a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits are among the most competitive in the region and include:

• 5% Town contribution to your 401(k), no employee match required
• Choice of three medical plans, including an HSA plan with Town contributions
• Town-paid life insurance at 1.5× annual salary
• Fully paid short- and long-term disability coverage (up to $8,000 per month)
• Wellness Incentive Program, with A discount of $240 annually on medical premium for participation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering 24/7 mental health and work-life support
• Volunteer Time-Off: 16 hours per calendar year to volunteer at any approved agency or organization
• Vacation Leave: Starting 2026, new hires receive 14 vacation days upfront!
• Holidays: Employees accrue 13-14 paid holidays per year
• Floating Holiday and Wellness Day: New hires receive one Floating Holiday and one Wellness Day up front each year
• Bereavement Leave: Up to five days per occurrence for deaths within the employee’s immediate family
• On-site clinic for eligible employees and dependents coming in 2026!
• Additional perks include down payment assistance, pet insurance, gym reimbursement, and more!

About the Role

An employee in this class serves as the department's primary coordinator for utility project implementation and cross-functional operational initiatives. The position facilitates communication and coordination among engineering staff, utility operations, contractors, consultants, developers, and regulatory agencies to ensure projects and programs are completed efficiently and in compliance with applicable requirements. Responsibilities emphasize project coordination, operational planning, regulatory program administration, and asset management rather than engineering design or direct field supervision. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Deputy Water Resources Director

Project Coordination

• Coordinates implementation activities for assigned Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects.
• Coordinates utility relocations associated with NCDOT roadway improvement projects and other public infrastructure improvements.
• Coordinates smaller in-house utility construction, maintenance, and infrastructure improvement projects.
• Develops and maintains project schedules, implementation tracking, documentation, and status reports.
• Coordinates activities among engineering staff, utility operations, consultants, contractors, developers, regulatory agencies, and other Town departments.
• Assists with procurement activities, grant administration, reimbursement requests, project documentation, and project closeout.

Operations Coordination

• Coordinates complex water distribution and wastewater collection system shutdowns to minimize service interruptions.
• Coordinates large commercial meter replacement projects, including scheduling, material procurement, contractor coordination, customer communication, and field implementation.
• Coordinates construction sequencing and maintenance activities requiring collaboration among utility crews, contractors, consultants, and outside agencies.
• Evaluates operational impacts of construction and maintenance activities and develops implementation strategies that maintain reliable utility service.

Regulatory Compliance & Asset Management

• Coordinates implementation of the Lead and Copper Rule and other state and federal regulatory initiatives.
• Manages routine inspection tracking programs and associated reporting requirements.
• Coordinates GIS updates, utility asset inventories, infrastructure records, and asset management initiatives.
• Develops and maintains project tracking systems, operational dashboards, and departmental performance metrics.

Communication & Administration

• Prepares reports, presentations, agenda materials, technical correspondence, and other project documentation.
• Serves as a liaison between engineering staff, field operations, contractors, consultants, developers, regulatory agencies, utility customers, and other stakeholders.
• Performs related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in construction management, Civil Engineering Technology, Utility Management, Public Administration, Environmental Science, Business Administration, or a closely related field and at least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in municipal water or wastewater utility construction, maintenance, operations, project coordination, or engineering support; or
• Bachelor's degree in one of the above fields and at least three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in municipal utility construction, maintenance, operations, project coordination, or engineering support; or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid North Carolina Commercial Driver's License.
• Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified associate in project management (CAPM), water distribution, wastewater collection, asset management, or similar utility-related certifications are preferred.