Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager

The Inland Empire Utilities Agency is undertaking several significant capital improvement initiatives that will shape the Agency and the region over the next several years. To support these efforts, the Agency is seeking experienced Senior Project Managers to provide advanced technical expertise, project leadership, and oversight in the planning, design, and delivery of complex, high-value capital projects.

Under general direction, the Senior Project Manager will plan, coordinate, and direct major capital projects through all phases of project delivery, including project development, preliminary design, design, construction, start-up, and post-construction. The position will oversee complex professional assignments involving project planning, engineering consultant and contractor management, development and monitoring of project schedules and budgets, risk management, contract administration, construction coordination, and resolution of technical and project-related issues. The position may also lead multidisciplinary project teams, coordinate with internal departments and external agencies, oversee construction activities, and represent the Agency in meetings and negotiations with consultants, contractors, governmental organizations, and other stakeholders. Based on Agency needs, the Senior Project Manager may be assigned to one or more functional areas, including construction management, project management, and constructability. The scope of their daily work will vary by assignment as described below.

Construction Management: Lead the delivery of complex public works projects through construction, commissioning, closeout, and turnover. Responsibilities include representing the Agency as the owner; administering construction contracts; managing scope, schedule, budget, risk, quality, and contractual matters; coordinating consultants, inspectors, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams; resolving field issues; negotiating change orders; and overseeing testing, start-up, and project turnover.

Project Management: Lead complex, high-value capital projects from planning and design through construction, start-up, and closeout. Responsibilities include managing project scope, schedule, budget, risk, contracts, consultants, contractors, and multidisciplinary project teams; coordinating with Agency departments and external stakeholders; resolving complex technical and project delivery challenges; making independent decisions to maintain project progress; and providing technical leadership and mentorship to engineers and project managers.

Constructability: Provide construction and operational expertise to support the Agency's Capital Improvement Program by evaluating projects before construction. Responsibilities include reviewing plans, specifications, schedules, and design packages to identify constructability challenges, sequencing and staging issues, access constraints, shutdown and tie-in requirements, operational impacts, coordination conflicts, and potential cost and schedule risks. This assignment collaborates closely with project managers, engineers, Operations and Maintenance staff, inspectors, consultants, and construction professionals to incorporate lessons learned, evaluate practical construction approaches, develop construction cost estimates, and help ensure projects are safe, coordinated, buildable, and construction-ready.

Education, Training, and Experience: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in engineering, construction management or a closely related field, and at least ten years of progressively responsible experience in diversified project management of public works construction projects; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Desired Experience when assigned to any area: Experience with water, wastewater, construction management, recycled water, pumping, treatment, or other process-intensive infrastructure is highly desirable.

Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements: A valid California Class C driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the Agency's vehicle insurance program. Certificate in Construction Management (CCM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is required. A valid Professional Engineer's License may be substituted for the CCM or PMP certification requirement.

Skills and Abilities:

• Proven ability to lead and mentor project teams, conduct performance evaluations, and promote a high-performing, safety-oriented culture.
• Skilled at building relationships and communicating technical information effectively with internal departments, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Ability to operate independently with sound engineering judgment and an understanding of organizational goals and priorities.
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities to assess engineering challenges, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions.

The Inland Empire Utilities Agency is a regional wastewater treatment agency and wholesale distributor of imported water to approximately 950,000 people across 242-square miles in western San Bernardino County. Under the leadership of a directly elected five-member Board of Directors, the Agency is committed to supporting the needs of its service area and safeguarding public health through significant investments in a diverse water supply portfolio, reliable municipal/industrial wastewater collection and treatment services, and other related utility services in a regionally planned and cost-effective manner.

As a member agency of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (Metropolitan), IEUA provides supplemental water supplies, primarily via the State Water Project (SWP) for distribution among nine retail agencies. IEUA also replenishes local groundwater supplies with captured stormwater and recycled water produced by IEUA that is later extracted by local water agencies for use as a drinking water supply.

At IEUA, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture that promotes growth, accountability, and collaboration. Our eight organizational attributes are the foundations of our success and guide us in our daily operations.

• Safety- We are committed to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment for all employees.
• Continuous Learning and Improvement- Our commitment to professional development ensures that our team members are always equipped with the latest knowledge and skills.
• Efficiency- We strive to optimize our processes and resources to deliver the highest quality services in the most effective manner.
• Collaboration- By leveraging diverse perspectives and expertise, we create innovative solutions and drive our mission forward.
• Accountability- By owning our responsibilities, following through on our commitments, and doing the right thing when no one is looking, we ensure that we meet our goals and uphold our standards of excellence.
• Coaching for Performance- Our leaders are committed to providing guidance and support to help team members reach their full potential.
• Respect- We value each individual's contributions and treat everyone with dignity and consideration.
• Employee Engagement- By fostering a sense of belonging and purpose, we ensure that our employees are motivated and invested in our mission.

Click the links to learn more about our Agency's Mission, Vision, and Values, including our Strategic Plan (Download PDF reader).

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted on a continuous basis. The deadline for first review is Monday, November 2 at 11:59 PM. Applicants are encouraged to apply early as this recruitment may close at anytime after the fire review period.

There are three (3) vacancies in the Engineering Department. This recruitment is being conducted to fill three (3) vacancies and will establish an eligibility list which may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur during the active status of the eligibility list. The candidates selected to fill the three (3) vacancies may be selected from either this Senior Project Manager recruitment or from the active Senior Engineer recruitment. Applicants interested in both the Senior Project Manager and the Senior Engineer must submit separate applications for each recruitment. Salary Range: PR 187 FLSA: Exempt Probationary Period: 12 months

All employment applications will be reviewed for accuracy, completion, relevant experience, education, training and other job-related qualifications. Applicants with the strongest background relating to the responsibilities of this position will be invited to participate in the testing process which may include one or more of the following: written test, oral interview, performance/practical examination. A second round of interviews may also be conducted. Communications regarding this recruitment will be sent by email, and candidates will need to monitor their inbox/spam/junk email folder regularly to ensure they do not miss any relevant communication.

Any applicant requiring reasonable accommodation during the selection process due to a qualified disability must inform the Human Resources Office at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io at least 72 hours in advance of the need for accommodation.

The Inland Empire Utilities Agency does not sponsor employment visas at the time of hire or during the course of employment. All applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

The Agency offers a comprehensive benefit package for eligible employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit and employment type. This benefits overview is a summary and is not to be considered all-inclusive or applicable to all employees.

Retirement California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS): An employee who becomes a "new" member of CalPERS for the first time on or after January 1, 2013 (and who was not a member of another California public retirement system prior to that date) will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2.0% @ 62 benefit formula with a three-year final compensation in accordance with Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 20