Development Services Manager

Managesa six-person DevelopmentServicesteamwhich includes twoEngineering Associates,twoEngineering Technicians andtwoConstruction Inspectors. Ensures that all expansion, extension, and relocation work performed by external entities (developers,contractorsetc.) on OWASA’s water, sewer and reclaimed water systems are accomplished in accordance withlocal,state andfederalregulations, and OWASA’s Manual of Standards, Specifications, and Design, ordinances, policies, Standard Operating Procedures, and administrative guides.Regularly meetswithinternal staff and external project teamstoclarifyrequirements,facilitateresolution of designchallenges, and help prevent and resolve constructability and other issues. Maintains strong relationships withappropriatestaffatthe Towns of Carrboro and Chapel Hill, UNC-Chapel Hill, Orange County, NCDOT, and the development communitytoensurealignmentwiththe Towns’and UNC’splans and policies for growth and development, and tofacilitate mutual understanding andefficientcollaborationofprogram activities,interests,policyand requirementswith those of the partner agency. Developsandmanages financial partnership utility agreements with developers, the towns, UNC, Orange County, and NCDOT for OWASA utility improvements through completion and reimbursement for betterment. Ensures that water and sewer system capacities are adequate for new development construction by tracking andmonitoringnew wastewater flows or water demands. Managesall activities to ensureOWASA’s Manual of Standards, Specifications, and Designis up to date andin accordance withall local, State and Federal guidelines for water, sewer, and reclaimed water construction. Recommends changes to fee policies, structures, and ratesto ensure that fees charged for plan review and construction observation reflect OWASA’s cost-of-service. Provides annualnear-termforecastsofnewmeter equivalents based onavailableinformationfromproject submittals. Sixyearsofexperience,includingtwo years inasupervisory role, working withengineering practicesused in theplanning,design, permitting, and/orconstruction of public water and wastewater projects.Requires a?bachelor’s?degree in a related?field;Professional Engineer licensestronglypreferred. Excellent written,verbaland interpersonal communication skills. Ability to workcollaboratively andeffectively with members of the public, regulators, developers, consultants,contractorsand government staff.? Ability tosolveproblemscreatively and collaboratively, tomaketimelydecisionsin aconsistentlyfair manner,and to communicatetherationalebehind decisions effectively. Abilityto set clearly defined goals, evaluate progress, and changecourseas necessary to fulfill the mission while ensuring all safe work practices are followed.? Bea steward of the environment, our natural resources and OWASA’s financial resources. Have a service-oriented attitude, responsiveness, professionalism, and a passion to foster a diverse and inclusive work environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Professional Engineers of North Carolina