Fayetteville Public Works Commission

WATER RESOURCES PROJECT ENGINEER

Fayetteville Public Works Commission  •  $82k - $134k/yr  •  Fayetteville, NC (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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Job Description

What You Will Do

Project Planning, Design & Implementation

  • Lead the planning, design, and delivery of water and sewer infrastructure projects.
  • Conduct engineering analyses, studies, and system modeling to support project design.
  • Review plans and specifications and resolve design or construction issues.

Team Leadership & Coordination

  • Lead cross‑functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
  • Serve as a technical resource for internal teams and project stakeholders.

Stakeholder, Regulatory & Community Engagement

  • Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, regulators, and the public to ensure compliant project delivery.
  • Maintain accurate utility documentation, including GIS data and as‑built records.

Operational Reliability & Safety

  • Support reliability efforts through occasional on‑call or extended‑hour response needs.
  • Promote safe, sustainable, and cost‑effective engineering practices across all work activities.

Qualifications

What is Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field
  • Minimum of 2 years of progressive civil engineering experience within a utility, water/wastewater, or infrastructure environment.
  • Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification at hire; ability to obtain Professional Engineer (PE) licensure when eligible, or within two years.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Proficiency with engineering software, modeling tools, and GIS/mapping systems.
  • Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills, including the ability to explain technical information to non‑technical audiences.

What is Preferred

  • Experience with utility design, construction oversight, or municipal engineering.
  • Familiarity with water/wastewater system modeling or surveying practices.

What We Offer

Health & Wellness Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options.

  • Group Life and Long‑Term Disability Insurance.
  • Cafeteria plan and flexible benefits program
  • Wellness program with incentives and benefit credits through Know Your Number® participation
  • Onsite Gym and Onsite Medical Facility.

Retirement & Financial Benefits:

  • Pension through the NC Local Government Employees’ Retirement System.
  • 401(k) Match Retirement Plan.
  • 457 Plan for additional retirement savings.
  • The opportunity to work for an award‑winning utility recognized for excellence, reliability, and community stewardship
  • A mission‑driven environment where leadership, innovation, and operational excellence directly impact the quality of life for the community we serve.

Work‑Life Balance & Support

  • Paid Holidays and PTO with rollover options.
  • Relocation assistance and temporary housing allowance (if applicable).
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career Development

  • Mentorship and career development programs, and opportunities for advancement.

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RANGE $81,932.46-$107,946.02-$133,959.58 DOE

Fayetteville Public Works Commission

About Fayetteville Public Works Commission

Fayetteville PWC provides utility services (electricity, water, waste water) to the people of Fayetteville and Cumberland County for more than a century. As the largest municipal power system in North Carolina, PWC employs 600 people and serves over 114,000 customers in Cumberland County and on the military installation of Fort Bragg/Pope Air Field. PWC has been recognized state-wide and nationally for excellence in utility services as well as in the areas of safety, financial reporting, community service, sustainability and innovation.

PWC offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes: Local Govt Employee'​ Retirement, comprehensive health and dental plans, flexible spending accounts, paid vacation, sick leave and holidays; 401(k), 457 and NC 529 savings plan, On-side wellness center, relocation assistance and educational, training and staff development opportunities.

Industry
Energy & Utilities
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Fayetteville, NC
Year Founded
1905
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