Posting Close Date: 

Applicants must submit their completed application by 12-19-2025 at 11:59 p.m. MST

Application and Special Instructions

ABOUT THIS JOB

Position Specific Description

The Project Manager position at the City of Tucson’s Water Department effectively manages the delivery of Tucson Water Capital Projects (CIP). The Project Manager provides oversite and review of project plans, contracts, and contractors. Develops and produces project scopes, schedules, and budgets.

Work is performed under the supervision of the Senior Project Manager. This position does not supervise.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Partners with engineers, contractors, and vendors to coordinate and implement all aspects of Tucson Water Capital Improvement Projects. Utilizes design specifications to develop scopes, budgets, and schedules for projects. Ensures that all projects comply with applicable designs and standards. Provides quality assurance and quality control.

• Drives to various work sites to conduct facility inspections, site visits, and oversees commissioning processes. Coordinates with contractors to acquire project permits and resolves permitting issues. Coordinates with internal and external stakeholders for project execution.

• Manages project financing including invoicing, work orders, change orders, and tracking budget/expenditures.

• Engages directly with all stakeholders and customers to manage projects and answers questions from the general public.

• Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.

All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

Education
Bachelor's degree

Work Experience
Three (3) years of relevant experience

License Requirements
Valid and unrestricted Arizona Class D Driver License

Preferred Qualifications
Four (4) year degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.

Project Management Professional Certification.

Demonstrated experience in system design, delivery, operations, management, construction, and review of underground utilities and facilities.

POSITION DETAILS

Job Profile

J0455 - Project Manager

To view the full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands click https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Tucson-Talent.

Compensation Grade

G109

Hourly Range

$32.15 - 48.23 USD

The 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.

FLSA

Exempt

Position Type

Regular

Time Type

Department

Water Utility

Department Link

https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Water

Background Check:  This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.  The City of Tucson is a Second Chance Employer.

ABOUT US

Benefits: The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.

Citizenship: The City of Tucson employs only U.S. Citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. Citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Status. The City of Tucson does not offer visa sponsorship.

City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status.  If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD).  Click for more information from ACRD about employment discrimination and how to file a complaint with ACRD 

The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at EmployeeLeaves@tucsonaz.gov or 520-791-2619.   

Recruiter Name

Munerra Acosta (202167)

Recruiter Email

tw_hr@tucsonaz.gov

For Human Resources general questions please contact 520-791-4241.