Job Description

Project Manager II
Energy & Water Infrastructure Projects and Programs

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.

Key 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
  

Skills:

• 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
  

Why should you apply? If you have demonstrated experience in project management (particularly in utility infrastructure) and are highly motivated and detail-oriented, we want to hear from you! This position will provide you with the opportunity to work with a wide variety of stakeholders across organizational boundaries to manage, prioritize, and execute on priorities, budgets, and projects.

What will it take to be successful in this position? 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. Relevant certifications – Certified Associate Project Manager (CAPM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) – are beneficial.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a small amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
• Positions in this class typically require talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions within an office working environment.

Who We Are...
Colorado Springs Utilities, a four-service utility provider with a 100-year reputation of integrity, gives you an experience unmatched by other utility companies. We continuously strive to stay ahead of the business curve with our established priority to update and incorporate state-of-the-art technology and provide a work culture dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and synergy. In fact, we were recently awarded the Diamond Designation from the American Public Power Association (APPA), recognizing our utility for having some of the highest ratings in reliability, safety, workforce development, and system improvements among the more than 2,000 public utilities in the nation. Nestled at the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is the perfect blend of mountain and city living. With over 300 days of sunshine a year, you will enjoy nature at its finest while residing in one of the most desirable places to live in the United States (according to U.S. News & World Report, 2021).

Our Commitment to Our Employees…
Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities. They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving. We don't just say people are important – we prove it! That’s why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program.

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