UTILITY PROJECT COORDINATOR

City of Santa Fe Springs

Mooresville (NC)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

44 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) 5% Town contribution

Multiple health plans including HSA

Life insurance 1.5× annual salary

Disability coverage (short/long-term)

Wellness program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Town of Mooresville is seeking a coordinated professional to serve as the department's primary coordinator for utility project implementation and cross-functional initiatives. You will facilitate communication among engineering staff, utility operations, contractors, consultants, developers, and regulatory agencies to ensure projects are completed efficiently and in compliance with requirements.

The role emphasizes project coordination, regulatory program administration, and asset management

Qualifications

Associate’s degree plus 5 years municipal water/wastewater experience, or Bachelor's degree plus 3 years.

Responsibilities

Coordinates CIP project implementation and utility relocations.
Coordinates in-house utility construction and maintenance projects.
Develops and maintains project schedules and status reports.
Coordinates activities among engineering, utility operations, consultants, contractors, developers, and regulatory agencies.
Assists with procurement, grant administration, and project closeout.

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.

Distinguishing Features of the Class

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

Why Join the Town of Mooresville

Benefits

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

Duties and Responsibilites

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

Minimum Education And Experience

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.

The Town of Mooresville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of the workforce.

Candidates selected for this position must successfully complete a background check and pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Part-time employees who work an average of 30 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.

To learn more details, click the following link. Town of Mooresville Benefits Guide 2025-2026

Do you have possession of a valid North Carolina Commercial Driver's License?

Do you have at least an 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 a 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?