Project Manager

Project Manager

Location

Skyline Center, 929 N. Front Street, NC

Job Type

Full Time-Regular

Job Number

FY27-00021

Department

Design & Construction

Opening Date

08/19/2026

Closing Date

9/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Post-Offer Required Pre-Employment Screenings

Driving History Check

Criminal History Check

Education Verification

Drug Screen

Approved Hiring Salary/Range

$87,380.80 - $111,410.52

Full Salary Range

$87,380.80 - $135,440.24

Working Hours

M-F 8 am-5pm with some night meetings

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The City of Wilmington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Description

One City. One Workforce. One Purpose

Do you want your work to have a visible impact on the community you serve?

The City of Wilmington is looking for a Project Manager to not only provide professional-level management and technical evaluations on capital improvement projects but also help shape the future of our growing coastal city. From Riverwalk expansions and multi-use trails to roadway improvements, parks, streetscapes, bicycle and pedestrian facilities, and public buildings, you'll lead projects that residents and visitors can see, use, and experience every day.

You'll have the opportunity to either manage projects from planning and design through permitting, or from construction, through closeout, while working with engineers, consultants, contractors, community members, regulatory agencies, and City leaders. You'll balance technical expertise with problem-solving, collaboration, fiscal stewardship, and public service to turn complex challenges into projects that move Wilmington forward.

Here, your work has a visible impact. You'll see the results of your decisions throughout the community and have a direct role in creating infrastructure that supports Wilmington's quality of life, connectivity, growth, and future.

Join the City of Wilmington and help build the city people experience tomorrow.

Typical Tasks

• Providing technical engineering and administrative guidance for various types of capital improvement projects.
• Negotiating and administering contracts for design and construction services.
• Providing fiscal management of capital improvement projects to include preparation of opinions of probable cost, development of alternatives for value engineering; monitoring budgets, negotiation of contract amendments and change orders, and invoicing.
• Overseeing and managing consultants and contractors regarding performance, contract duties, project status, and scheduling.
• Incorporating design or construction changes into the work product to address unforeseen conditions.
• Performing periodic site visits related to project coordination and construction issues.
• Coordinating with internal and external stakeholders throughout the planning, design, and construction of capital improvement projects for administrative and technical input and feedback.
• Coordinate property acquisitions with the Citys Property Acquisitions Specialist.
• Managing public relations and resolving citizen concerns.
• Chairing public information meetings, design coordination meetings, pre-bid meetings, pre- construction meetings, and progress meetings.
• Representing the City of Wilmington in meetings with regulatory agencies.
• Authoring technical specifications and developing or improving construction details.
• Assisting in updates to the Technical Standards and Specifications Manual.
• Participation on an as-needed basis in the Citys Technical Review Committee for review of private development plans.
• Preparing and presenting City Council agenda items.
• Participating on various internal and external committees; Pursuing continuous professional development.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field and three years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Class C Drivers License

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Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This position generally requires work indoors/office setting as well as site visits during project design and construction.

Our Core Values:

INCLUSION | COLLABORATION | CREATIVITY | ACCOUNTABILITY

Our Mission Statement: Through forward-thinking policies and responsible stewardship, we are creating a better city every day with excellent core services and quality of life for all.

What we offer:

The City of Wilmington believes that employees are one of our most important resources. We offer an excellent salary and competitive benefits package to serve the needs of our employees and their families. Our benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options
• Excellent retirement benefits, including a city provided 4.5% contribution each pay period into a 401(k) account and automatic enrollment into the North Carolina Local Government Employees' Retirement System
• Employer-paid health & wellness clinic
• Free on-site city gym access
• Paid sick and vacation leave + 13 paid holidays per year
• 6-weeks paid parental leave
• Paid volunteer & blood donation leave to give back to our community
• Flex schedule and telework availability, depending on your position
• Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives
• Tuition assistance benefits

Applicant Status Updates: After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants who meet the minimum and/or preferred qualifications will be referred over to the hiring department. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal.

Health Benefits are offered to employees working at least 30 hours per week.

Health Insurance - The City offers two options for health coverage: a standard PPO plan and a High Deductible Health Plan with an associated Health Savings Account. Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following hire for employees and their eligible dependents. Both you and the City contribute to the overall cost of coverage.

Dental Insurance - Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following hire. Employees, their spouse and dependent children are eligible for coverage.

Life Insurance - The city pays to provide coverage valued at one times your annual salary. Supplemental insurance is available for employees to purchase. Optional coverage for dependents is also available for purchase.

Retirement:

• NC Local Government Retirement System - All benefits eligible employees make a mandatory 6% contribution every pay period.
• Deferred Compensation - The city contributes an amount equal to 4.5% of the annual salary to a 401(k) plan regardless of employee contribution. Employees may choose to contribute additional money to the 401(k) or 457 deferred compensation plans, without a match from the City, within the IRS guidelines.

Paid Leave (offered to employees working at least 1,000 hours annually*):

• Sick Leave - 12 days accrued each year
• Annual Leave - Accrual based on years of service and classification. Employees can earn from 10 to 24 days each year.
• Holidays - 13 paid holidays annually
• Paid Parental Leave - Six weeks of paid leave for the birth, adoption or placement of a child (must run concurrently with FMLA).
• Part-Time Employees will earn paid leave benefits on a pro-rated basis.

Miscellaneous:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Cancer & Critical Illness
• Accident Insurance
• Whole Life Insurance
• Credit Union membership

Note: The City of Wilmington is on a bi-weekly pay cycle. New employees should expect to receive their first paycheck approximately 4 weeks after their start date.

This is intended to be a brief overview of the benefits offered. Please visit our website at https://www.wilmingtonnc.gov/Government/Departments-Divisions/Human-Resources/Benefits for more information.

01

Please acknowledge that you agree to fully complete all required sections of the application, including work experience, education, and the supplemental questionnaire; and that your responses are truthful and complete and can be verified within your application. Entering "N/A or "See Resume/Application" does not qualify as an acceptable response.

• Yes

02

Do you have a valid US Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

03

Which best describes your highest level of education in Civil Engineering or closely related field?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Vocational/Technical Training or Certificate
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate Degree
• None - N/A

04

How many years of experience do you have in engineering?

• I have no experience
• less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 10
• 10 years or more

05

How many years of experience do you have in providing support for capital improvement projects?

• I have no experience
• less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 10 years
• 10 years or more

06

Please identify the company/agency/organization where you gained the experience described in question #4 and #5. Note: These employers must be listed in the work history section on your employment application to receive credit. Entering "N/A or "See Resume/Application" does not qualify as an acceptable response.

07

The hiring salary for the position is posted on the job posting. Salary determination is supported by budget availability and qualifications of the candidate to maintain internal equity. Please acknowledge that you understand this process.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Wilmington

Address PO Box 1810

929 N. Front Street, 11th Floor

Wilmington, North Carolina, 28401

Phone 910-341-7840

Website http://www.wilmingtonnc.gov/jobs