Project Manager - Water Department

Marana is one of the fastest-growing communities in Southern Arizona, located approximately 20 minutes northwest of downtown Tucson and 75 minutes southeast of Phoenix.  The Town makes its decisions based on a Strategic Plan that has five focus areas: Cherished Heritage, Vibrant Community, Thriving Commerce, Healthy Lifestyles, and Proactive Public Services.
  
Marana's standards are high. We are an organization of excellence and have developed four Cultural Value Statements that provide the guidelines for how we work together.  Our Cultural Values are: Dedicated Service, Respect, Teamwork, and Engaged Innovation.

The Town of Marana is seeking a Project Manager to work in the Water Department. The Project Manager oversees engineering, infrastructure, and construction projects related to water/wastewater systems and public utilities from planning through completion and commissioning.

This position manages budgets, schedules, contractors, and compliance requirements while coordinating with engineers, vendors, and government agencies to ensure projects are completed safely and efficiently.

The Town offers a competitive benefits package. To learn more, please visit the Town of Marana Benefits page. 

This position requires a regular work schedule, Monday through Friday generally between the hours of 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. 

Expected Hiring Range: $74,065.89 - $92,582.05

Salary Range: $74,065.89 - $111,098.22

• Manages Water and Wastewater Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects from conceptual planning to construction closeout and commissioning.
• Directs and supervises consultant engineers, technicians, and support staff throughout the project process to complete projects within required timelines, budgets, and according to the project scope.
• Oversee the design, development, and implementation of water and wastewater improvement projects.
• Review and approve consultant engineer and contractor documents, including but not limited to scopes, fees, design reports, construction plans, specifications, material submittals, RFIs, etc. as needed throughout the project. 
• Collaborate with the consultant engineers, Marana Water operations staff, and other departments to ensure effective execution of the projects.
• Review, authorize, and document project expenditures throughout the life of the project. Prepare and present periodic project updates to Town staff and as required for federal funding.
• Mitigate and minimize exposure risks to the Town. Ensure engineering and construction activities comply with local, state, and Town regulations, standards, and codes.
• Observe and document construction via the project inspector for water and wastewater infrastructure to verify adherence to design documents and permitting requirements.
• Success in this position will require strong written and verbal communication skills, a high level of attention to detail, and exceptional organization.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. (Additional relevant professional experience may substitute for required education on a year-for-year basis.)
• Three or more years of experience in civil engineering, construction management, or closely related field.
• Completion of the Town of Marana background check 

• One year of supervisory experience or must complete the Town of Marana’s supervisor academy within one year of hire date. 

An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience that provides the desired knowledge, skills & abilities to successfully perform essential functions may be considered. 

Additional Requirements: 

• Valid Arizona Driver License.
• Must complete both the Town of Marana background check and a motor vehicle records check.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:   

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Projects, Excel, Word, Outlook, Etc.
• Basic knowledge in hydraulic modeling Software– EPAnet, InfoWater, waterCAD, etc.
• Strong understanding of the construction and maintenance of public water and wastewater infrastructure, including conveyance/carrier pipes, manholes, valves, pumps, wells, electrical equipment, SCADA equipment, etc.
• Strong understanding of the Town of Marana, City of Tucson, and Pima County design standards and codes for construction of new water and wastewater infrastructure. 

RECRUITMENT PROCESS
To be considered for this position, all applicants must complete the Town of Marana application form in its entirety online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/marana. Providing a resume is welcome; however, it will not substitute for completing all required sections of the application. Minimum qualifications will be reviewed and evaluated based solely on the information provided in the application. Incomplete applications or applications lacking the required details may result in disqualification from the hiring process.
 

Job posting will remain open until a sufficient number of applicants have met the minimum requirements. A first review date of applications will be conducted on 8/11/2026.

To be considered in the initial review, please submit your online application by 11:59 PM on 8/10/2026.

Applications submitted after this deadline may or may not be reviewed, depending on the needs and progress of the selection process.

APPLICATION STATUS UPDATES
All status updates regarding your application will be sent via email. Please ensure you provide a valid email address and regularly check your inbox, including your junk or spam folders, for important notifications throughout the hiring process.

TOWN OF MARANA CONTACT INFORMATION
 11555 West Civic Center Drive
 Marana, AZ 85653
 www.maranaaz.gov
 ph (520) 382-1900  /  fx (520) 382-3500
  
QUESTIONS
 Human Resources Staff Contact
 Nikki Hemphill / 520-382-1925 / [email protected]

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The Town of Marana is an equal opportunity employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the application/exam process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department prior to any deadlines related to this recruitment process. Please contact the Human Resources Department if you would like this publication in an alternative format.