Engineering Manager

Posting and Application Information

Posting Close Date: Applicants must submit their completed application by 02-08-2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST

Application and Special Instructions

As part of the online application process, all applicants are required to submit both a resume and cover letter at the time of application. Resumes and cover letters received after the Final date to receive applications will not be considered. This position requires a Professional Engineer (PE) License - Arizona Board of Technical Registration (ABTR). Reciprocity from another state is acceptable within six (6) months from date of hire.

Position Specific

Summary:

The Engineering Manager for the New Area Development Division of the City of Tucson’s Water Department manages and coordinates the review and acceptance of developer financed projects by effectively leading and supervising personnel. Applies Engineering Seal to Tucson Water Job Order Contract Plans for short main extensions. Ensures that developer financed projects comply with local, state and federal regulations. Administers the City of Tucson’s Water Service Area Policy.

Work is performed under the supervision of the Water Administrator. This position exercises supervision over division personnel.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides training, counseling, and mentoring to staff. Conducts employee reviews and approves bi-weekly payroll. Provides effective leadership and supervisory control of section staff. Ensures section staff has the necessary resources and guidance to ensure successful review of developer financed projects.
• Supervises staff during the review of developer financed projects. Reviews plans for conformity to design standards and specifications.
• Provides oversight and directly interfaces with consultants, contractors and the public. Accepts plans for the water department for substantial conformance with standard specifications and details and administers the City of Tucson’s Water Service Area Policy.
• Applies Engineering Seal to Tucson Water Job Order Contract Plans for short main extensions.
• Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.

Mostly office environment

All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree

Work Experience:

Five (5) years of directly related experience

License:
Professional Engineer (PE) License - Arizona Board of Technical Registration (ABTR)

Preferred Qualifications
:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Five (5) years of demonstrated progressive experience in the design, construction, and management of water or wastewater project/facilities

Experience in city, county, or state government; public or private utility experience

Supervisory experience

Job Profile

J2014 - Engineering Manager

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Compensation Grade

G111

Hourly Range

$38.91 - 58.36 USD

The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

FLSA

Exempt

Position Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Department

Water Utility

Department Link

Note:

URL removed

Background Check: This position has been designated to require a criminal background check. The City of Tucson is a Second Chance Employer.