Project Manager II - Energy & Water Infrastructure Projects and Programs

Colorado Springs Utilities•Colorado Springs, CO

About The Position

Colorado Springs Utilities is seeking a Project Manager II to join our Projects and Programs Department’s Energy & Water Infrastructure Group. In this role, you will be responsible for managing small- to medium-scale water, wastewater, gas, and/or electrical infrastructure projects, providing project management services to ensure successful delivery within scope, budget, and schedule.

Requirements

Experience in managing projects
Knowledge of project management methodologies, frameworks, and best practices
Communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement
Planning and schedule management
Financial and risk management experience
Experience in contract development
A bachelor’s degree in business, management, project management, engineering, or a similar technical field is preferred.
The ideal candidate will come with at least two years of project management experience.

Nice To Haves

Relevant certifications – Certified Associate Project Manager (CAPM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) – are beneficial.

Responsibilities

Manage small to medium-sized projects as part of a project team
Monitor project progress, track milestones, and ensure adherence to scope, schedule, budget, quality standards, safety, and regulatory requirements
Assist intermediate and senior-level project managers with large-scale projects and programs
Develop and implement comprehensive project plans and strategies aligned with organizational goals. Plans will address objectives, requirements, risk, scope, timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
Lead cross-functional project teams and coordinate and manage project resources, including team members across departments, contractors, and materials
Monitor project budgets, financial forecasts, and cost control measures
Communicate and collaborate with team members and stakeholders. Manage stakeholder expectations and communicate project status.
Report out on project and program progress
Resolve issues, conflicts, and risks that impact projects
Lead the development of contract documents for the procurement of goods and services

Benefits

Time Off to Recharge
Vacation – Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenure
Personal Leave –3 days per year
Paid Holidays –12 paid holidays per year
Sick Leave – 12 days per year for personal or family health needs
Vacation Buy – Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annually
Health & Wellness – Benefits elected are effective the first of the following month
Medical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility
Zero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no cost
Dental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision plan
Family Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy
Wellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care! If you're enrolled in our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activities
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHP
Financial & Retirement Security
Pension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mind
Supplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plans
Disability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available
Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plans
Long-Term Care Insurance: Available for purchase to support extended care needs
Additional Support
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balance
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually to support continued education
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a qualifying employer, your student loan payments may be eligible for loan forgiveness