Project Manager

Project Manager# Tucson Talent## Project ManagerApply: Hybrid Work: Tucson Water Plant 1 - Control Systems Building 11: Full time: Posted Today: JR-1003624## Posting Close DateApplicants must submit their completed application by 11-15-2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST## Application and Special InstructionsAs part of the online application process, all applicants are required to submit both an updated resume and cover letter at the time of application. Resumes and cover letters received after the application closing date will not be considered. Applications received that do not contain a resume and a cover letter with responses to the required questions listed below will be considered incomplete and will not be considered further in this recruitment process. In your cover letter, please ensure to include responses to the following: 1. Describe your experience with Water Infrastructure and/or Asset Reliability. To include practical knowledge or professional experience involving the systems, equipment, facilities, and processes used to deliver, treat, store, distribute, or manage water resources, as well as maintaining those assets to ensure they operate safely, efficiently, and reliably. 2. Please identify if you currently possess any of the following certifications: • Project Management Professional Certificate (PMP). • ADEQ Water Distribution and/or Water Treatment Certification (Any Grade) • Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) • Certified Reliability Leader (CRL) required within 12-month probationary period 3. Do you possess a valid and unrestricted driver’s license? Do you have at least two (2) years of driving experience? Have you had a DUI in the past two (2) years? If you possess any of the preferred qualifications listed above and wish to receive consideration for the experience the information must be verifiable in your resume and cover letter. Applicants will be evaluated based on the education and work experience provided in their employment profile, resume, and cover letter. The highest scoring applicants will be invited to participate in an interview. MARK YOUR CALENDAR: Interviews will be held December 2, 2026 RECRUITER CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have any questions, please contact Roxie Escarcega at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io.The Reliability & Condition Assessment Project Manager within Tucson Water is responsible for advancing reliability-centered maintenance and condition assessment programs for critical and high-value water infrastructure. The position evaluates asset condition, failure risk, and performance while developing predictive and prescriptive maintenance strategies to improve reliability, resiliency, and lifecycle performance. The role also leads field assessments and coordinates cross-functional projects that translate asset data into actionable maintenance, rehabilitation, and capital improvement recommendations. Work is performed under the supervision of the ORCA Administrator. This position does not supervise.**Essential duties include but are not limited to:** * Leads condition assessment programs for large, high-value, and/or critical assets and facilities; evaluates asset health, failure modes, remaining useful life, and operational risk to support maintenance and capital planning decisions. * Develops and implements predictive and prescriptive maintenance strategies utilizing condition monitoring, asset performance data, inspection technologies, failure history, and emerging analytical tools to identify developing failures and optimize maintenance interventions. * Plans and coordinates field condition assessment activities, including inspections, testing, monitoring, data collection, and verification of asset condition; coordinates with operations, maintenance, engineering, contractors, and technical specialists. * Performs reliability and risk assessments to identify critical assets, single points of failure, system vulnerabilities, and opportunities to improve asset availability, resiliency, and lifecycle performance. * Translates condition assessment and reliability findings into actionable work plans, including preventive/predictive maintenance, rehabilitation, repair, replacement, and capital improvement recommendations based on risk and asset criticality. * Manages reliability projects from planning through implementation, including development of scopes of work, schedules, budgets, procurement requirements, consultant/contractor coordination, and project deliverables. * Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.**Working Conditions:**This position is a primary driver and will be expected to operate a city vehicle. This position is mostly office environment but will require work in various climates and working conditions and includes indoor and outdoor work with heavy exposure to extreme physical, ergonomic, or emotional hazardous environment.### All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.## MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS### EducationBachelor's degree### ExperienceThree (3) years of relevant experience### EquivalencyAny combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.### License/CertificationsValid and unrestricted Arizona Class D Driver License - Arizona Department of Transportation - Motor Vehicle Division## Preferred QualificationsPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: The ideal candidate will possess the following: 1. Experience with water infrastructure and/or asset reliability 2. Project Management Professional Certificate (PMP) 3. ADEQ Water Distribution and/or Water Treatment Certification (Any Grade) 4. Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) 5. Certified Reliability Leader (CRL) required within 12-month probationary period## POSITION DETAILS### Job ProfileJ0455 - Project ManagerView full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands at Compensation GradeG110### Hourly Range$35.37 - 53.05 USDThe City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.### Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)Exempt### Position TypeRegular### Time TypeFull time### DepartmentWater Utility### Department Link Background CheckThis position has been designated to require a criminal background check. The City of Tucson is a Second Chance Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tucson Police Department