Applications are being accepted through: 10/15/26
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Project Manager II - Utilities Infrastructure Projects and ProgramsColorado Springs Utilities seeks a Project Manager II to join our Projects and Programs Department's Distribution & Collection Infrastructure Project Management Group. As a Project Manager, you will have the opportunity to work with a wide variety of stakeholders across organizational boundaries to manage, prioritize, and execute priorities, budgets, and projects.
You will be responsible for managing all phases of small to medium-sized, multi-disciplined projects, from initiation through closure. This includes management of project scopes, schedules, budgets, procurement, contracts, resources, and risk across multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and aligned with defined goals and objectives. Your project management expertise and experience in utility infrastructure will be valued in this opportunity. If you have demonstrated experience in project management (particularly in water utility infrastructure), and are highly motivated and detail-oriented, we want to hear from you!
Project Manager II key responsibilities:- Independently manage multiple, small and medium-scale projects and/or programs with large organizational impact. Monitor project and program progress, track milestones, and ensure adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements
- Develop and implement comprehensive project and program plans aligned with organizational strategic goals. Plans will include objectives, requirements, risk, scope, timelines, budgets, and deliverables
- Coordinate and lead cross-functional project and program teams and manage project and program resources including team members across departments, contractors, and materials
- Develop and manage project and program budgets, financial forecasts, and cost-control measures
- Communicate and collaborate with team members and stakeholders. Manage stakeholder expectations and communicate project and program status
- Conduct project and program performance reviews and report out on project and program progress. Identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions
- Resolve issues, conflicts, and risks that impact projects or programs
- Develop and/or assist in the development of contract documents (scopes of work, contracts, specifications, etc.) for the procurement of goods and services
- Evaluate, monitor, direct, and manage outside contractors, consultants, and vendors
- Assist with short and long-term planning for capital budgeting and projects
Who You Are- A bachelor's degree in business, management, project management, engineering, or a similar technical field coupled with appropriate relevant experience is preferred
- The ideal candidate will come with at least 2 years of project management experience, preferably in a field related to utility infrastructure.
- Experience in managing multi-disciplinary projects and programs (utility industry projects/programs preferred)
- Knowledge of project management methodologies, frameworks, and best practices
- Strategic planning and business acumen
- Strong leadership and team-building skills
- Advanced communication and stakeholder management abilities
- Financial and risk management/mitigation experience
- Experience in contract development, particularly in the public utility sector
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is desired
A valid, unrestricted drivers license is required for this roleThe military job codes/duty codes most closely related to this role are: 120A, 12A, 12B, 12N, 51S, 881A, 32E1, 32E2, 32E3, 32E4, 32EX, 5311, 5904, 5310, 122, 5960, 8004, 144, 3100, 3101, 3112, 3400, 3408, 3451, 4071, 6694, 8059, 9640, 9680
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly (2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary work. Even though the weight lifted may be of only negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those is negligible.
- Positions in this class typically require reaching, standing, walking, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
Job Type: Business Operations
