Engineering Project Manager - Planning

Date Opened: Thursday, February 12, 2026 12:00 AMClose Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026 12:00 AMDepartment: Charlotte Water DepartmentSalary: $83,208.00 - $104,010.00 Commensurate with Experience

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SUMMARY

This position manages and executes all phases of large water planning projects for the Charlotte Water from inception to completion (programming, planning, design, proposals, and contract awards, and implementation). This position serves as a mentor to other section personnel and functions as a technical expert related to specialty, both internally and externally.

The salary for this position is $93,609 - $104,009.99. Commensurate with experience.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performs analyses using the Charlotte Water Distribution Hydraulic Model to evaluate projects and changes in the distribution system operation.

• Completes or prepares technical memos, regulatory reports and water system surveys as assigned.

• Completes routine system evaluations for the water distribution system including fire flow, c-factor, valve operation, shut-down testing and water system pressure monitoring. These evaluations may include preliminary research, field visits, mapping, and design of approach.

• Facilitates coordination between Charlotte Water Staff in other Divisions in activities relevant to assigned tasks. May also facilitate community partner coordination for projects and studies.

• Serves as one of the primary points of contact for local fire departments regarding water distribution system needs, coordination, and project-related inquiries.

• Participates in assigned Charlotte Water Committees and Task Groups.

• Manages and reports on Water Distribution system studies through task orders and on-call contracts.

• Responsible for Project Management activities such as procurement and selection of consultants and completion of project administrative duties associated with tasks assigned to an external consultant.

• Completes technical review of consultant prepared planning reports, technical memorandums, cost estimates, schedules and contract specifications for technical competency, compliance with Charlotte Water and regulatory standards, consistency, and delivery issues.

• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field from an accredited school.

• Three (3) years of related work experience with emphasis on water distribution/sewer collection systems design and construction and/or an emphasis on commercial/industrial building design and construction.

Licenses, Certifications or Registrations:

• Requires a valid driver’s license.

Preferred Requirements:

• Preferred Certification as an Engineering Intern (or ability to obtain certification within one year of hire).

• Preferred license as a Professional Engineer

• Preferred Knowledge of software applications often needed to support engineering planning and system evaluation including GIS tools, planning applications and pressurized distribution hydraulic modelling software.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of engineering methods and techniques as related to the planning, construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance of infrastructure.

• Knowledge of project management tasks and ability to independently manage projects and project teams.

• Skill in working with Esri Software Products, Microsoft Products and Trimble Products (e.g., e-Builder software) and presenting data and reports.

• Skills and experience with water distribution system hydraulic modeling software, including building, calibration, and maintenance.

• Skill in designing and implementing field tests for assessments of a water distribution system like C-Factor, isolation testing, or flow testing for model calibration.

• Skill in summarizing and analyzing large data sets using software such as Excel, Power BI, or Tableau.

• Ability to quickly learn new software for project management.

• Ability to make technical engineering decisions and provide oversight in projects related to engineering planning.

• Ability to develop technical reports and effectively communicate findings to leadership and stakeholders.

• Ability to work cooperatively with other city employees and the public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The work is light work and requires applying 10 pounds of force frequently exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally to move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: climbing, manual dexterity, grasping, perceiving sounds at normal speaking levels, discriminating among sounds, lifting, mental acuity, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, expressing ideas by spoken word, shouting above noises, visual acuity in data/color/ observations/equipment, and walking.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed in a work environment that may periodically have unpredicted requirements or demands.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

The City’s Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.

Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate’s written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.

Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments.

The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation or on the basis of actual or perceived gender as expressed through dress, appearance, or behavior.

Our culture is to serve the community honorably.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online.

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You are welcome to visit the City of Charlotte Human Resources Department lobby, where self-service application kiosks are available. They are located in our office at 700 East 4th Street, Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28202. We are open Monday through Friday, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (EST), excluding official City holidays.

For questions about your application or the hiring process, please email Careers@ci.charlotte.nc.us.

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BENEEFITS

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