Project Manager

Project Manager

Orange Water and Sewer Authority (OWASA) 

OWASA is seeking a team member to join our capital improvements team as a Project Manager. This position is responsible for managing all aspects of assigned capital improvement projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing requests for proposals and qualifications, contract documents, cost estimates, bid/proposals, contract awards, and other related contracting documents.
• Executing assigned capital improvement projects and studies by procuring and directing the work of consultants and contractors.
• Overseeing construction of assigned capital improvement projects in conjunction with resident project representatives.
• Maintaining project schedules and budgets, ensuring conformance with internal policies, engineering standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Obtain easements and encroachments required for projects through OWASA standard operating procedures
• Responding to customer concerns and inquiries.
• Interacting with consultants, contractors, regulators, operations and professional staff, members of the public, and other stakeholders.
• Develop and execute project communication plans in conjunction with other OWASA staff.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED, plus specialized technical training equal to two years of college.
• Minimum one year experience with project management principles and practices used in the planning and construction of public water and wastewater projects, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Candidates should be self-motivated and have excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with a proven ability to effectively manage projects.

Pay and Benefits

• Salary Range is $80,682 - $120,918 
• Membership in the NC Local Government Employee Retirement System 
• 5% Employer 457 Deferred Compensation contribution 
• Retirement Health Savings account  
• Employer paid Health, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Dependent Life, Long-term Disability   
• Vacation, Sick, Personal, Bereavement and Parental Leave 
• Twelve Paid Holidays   
• Educational Reimbursement: Bonus Pay for Additional Certifications and/or Education    
• Cell Phone Stipend  
• Ability to transfer unused sick leave from preceding NC Local Government or state agency employer  
• Much, much more! 

Team members are our most important resource. OWASA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diverse experiences. We provide competitive pay and benefits in a safe, rewarding work environment. Visit www.owasa.org to apply for this excellent opportunity. This recruitment will close August 16, 2026. 

OWASA provides competitive pay and benefits in a safe, rewarding work environment.