Utilities Infrastructure Project Manager – Water

Havenpark Communities

. Own a portfolio of water infrastructure projects from scope definition through closeout, completing projects on budget and on schedule .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeRemote • Utah • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing water infrastructure projects, including scope definition, budgeting, and compliance with drinking water regulations. Proficient in project management software and skilled in contractor management and risk identification.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project Management Professional (PMP) CertificationWater Infrastructure Project ManagementBudgeting and Cost ForecastingKnowledge of Drinking Water RegulationsProficiency with Project Management Software

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Hard Skills

Project Scope DefinitionBudget DevelopmentCost TrackingRisk IdentificationContract ManagementVendor ManagementProject SchedulingChange Order ManagementWater Treatment KnowledgeIrrigation Project Delivery

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationSelf-MotivatedOrganized Problem SolverTeam Player

Tools & Technologies

Project Management SoftwareScheduling Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Industry Keywords

Utility Infrastructure ProjectsWater DistributionAgency Plan ReviewPermittingConstruction Contracts

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own a portfolio of water infrastructure projects from scope definition through closeout, completing projects on budget and on schedule
Define project scope before bidding, including inclusions and exclusions
Build project plans accounting for lead times, agency reviews, access, seasonal constraints, and potential delays
Maintain project plans, milestones, and budgeted completion dates in project management software
Identify risks early and recover projects that fall behind
Visit project sites as needed and verify completion before project closeout
Manage engineers and contractors, holding them accountable for quality, safety, schedule, and cost
Manage bids, contracts, change orders, contractor scope, and schedules
Engage engineers for design and construction, define scopes, review designs, estimates, invoices, and progress reports
Select and develop contractors in the assigned region and replace underperforming contractors when necessary
Coordinate permits, plan reviews, and approvals with state agencies and local authorities
Ensure projects meet regulatory requirements and hand off completed systems and documentation for ongoing compliance
Develop budgets and cost forecasts; track actual costs and report variances
Report project status, overdue projects, risks, and decisions to the VP of Capital Projects and Sr. Utilities Program Manager
Support annual utility budget planning with project scopes and cost estimates
Keep community managers and RVPs informed about schedules, access, and community impacts
Partner with the Sr. Utilities Program Manager on project priorities, sequencing, and capital needs
Stay on the shared outage communication thread and assist as needed
Promote accountability, continuous improvement, and Havenpark’s purpose of creating caring communities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, or a related field preferred
3-5 years managing utility infrastructure projects, specifically water
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred, not required
Knowledge of water treatment, storage, distribution, and irrigation project delivery from design through construction and closeout
Knowledge of drinking water regulations, agency plan review, and permitting
Experience with construction contracts, bidding, change orders, and vendor management
Experience with project budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking
Proficiency with project management software and scheduling tools
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivated, organized problem solver able to manage multiple projects and priorities independently
High learning agility; works well with all levels of the organization and is a strong team player
Primarily office-based work with extended computer and phone use, including long periods of sitting, and walking and standing at outdoor project sites
Able to pass a criminal background check

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time employment
Remote work arrangement
Travel expenses/time for project-site visits and meetings (travel expected about once per quarter, with occasional additional travel)