UTILITY PROJECT COORDINATOR

Job TitleAn employee in this class serves as the department's primary coordinator for utility project implementation and cross-functional operational initiatives.Job DescriptionThe 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 ResponsibilitiesProject 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.BenefitsWe 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