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Job Description
Grade 21: Starting annual salary $79,373.00. Rate of pay depends on qualifications.
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
This Project Coordinator will lead and coordinate water efficiency initiatives that support sustainable water use across residential, commercial, institutional, and/or builder sectors. This role manages complex conservation projects and stakeholder engagement efforts to meet community needs while supporting SAWS’ long-term water management goals. Factors that include staff resource needs, budget, water savings, community/stakeholder impacts and more are taken into account in program design and management. Responsibilities include coordinating program implementation, tracking project performance and compliance, developing and maintaining relationships with external and internal stakeholders, supporting outreach and education efforts, and identifying opportunities to improve program effectiveness and customer experience. The ideal candidate is a collaborative and solutions-oriented individual with experience in water conservation, project coordination, and customer engagement.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- Assumes responsibility for the execution of one or more projects through coordination of internal and external resources.
- Identifies projects; develops project scopes; manages the planning, design, construction, implementation of projects, and directs project execution and schedules for projects.
- Prepares request for proposals; evaluates interest statement submittals; and manages professional service contracts.
- Represents SAWS on local, regional, state, and national organizations, associations, and governmental agencies.
- Researches, analyzes, and interprets financial, operational, statistical, and technical data.
- Collaborates with all stakeholder groups and designs, writes, and delivers reports and presentations to Executive Management, the Board of Trustees, City of San Antonio departments and commissions, and professional and civic organizations.
- Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with internal and external agencies and public relations including local and regional entities.
- Negotiates contracts, and issues with SAWS contractors, consultants, and the public.
- Develops and manages project budgets.
- Assists in the completion of staff performance evaluations.
- Applies and interprets planning principles and the ability to understand science and technical principles.
- Facilitates, builds consensus, and applies leadership skills.
- Establishes and maintains effective working relationships and public relations.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
DECISION MAKING- The Project Coordinator works under limited supervision.
- Assigns and reviews work of employees engaged in the full range of project planning, implementation, and monitoring activities.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS- Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Urban Planning, Public Administration, Business Administration, Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology, Chemistry, Biology or related field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency.
- Five years' experience managing design or construction projects, water resource development, or public policy.
- Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
JOB DIMENSIONS- Communicates effectively, verbally and in writing.
- Frequent contact with internal and external customers, regional purveyors, governmental agency representatives, landowners and permit holders, stakeholders, general public, consultants, and vendors.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Working conditions are in an office environment but may include frequent field visits depending on area of assignment.
San Antonio Water System values the contributions of all its employees, providing them the best in compensation and benefits. The benefits package is designed to attract and retain a workforce of qualified employees who share a responsibility in providing quality water to 1 million consumers.
From an affordable medical and dental plan to life-sustaining retirement and insurance plans, we offer benefits that reward employees for their commitment to a challenging career at SAWS. Employee benefits include the following:- Competitive, market-based salaries
- Performance-based incentives
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
- Prescription drug program
- Vision care plan
- Two retirement plans
- Deferred compensation plans (457 plan)
- Disability income
- Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal)
- Education assistance program
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible, tax-deferred health and dependent care spending accounts
- Wellness programs
- On-Site Fitness Facilities
- Community service opportunities
Closing Date/Time: 5/31/2026 11:59 PM Central -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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San Antonio Water System
Show moreThe San Antonio Water System (SAWS) is a public utility owned by the City of San Antonio. SAWS serves 2 million people in Bexar County as well as parts of Medina and Atascosa counties. The population includes more than 511,300 water customers and 457,600 wastewater customers. SAWS actively seeks out public participation in its operations and planning, while SAWS volunteers strive to help their neighbors in need.
As an industry leader in conservation and water and wastewater management, SAWS provides sustainable, affordable water services. To deliver responsible water services, our investment in our employees – one of our greatest assets – ranks as a top priority.
San Antonio Water System's Board of Trustees has adopted mission, vision and values statements that serve as a foundation to move the utility forward through 2050 and reinforce San Antonio's much-deserved reputation as Waterful.
Our Mission: Sustainable, Affordable Water Services / Our Vision: To be leaders in delivering responsible water services for life. / Our Values: Excellence, Integrity, Respect and Safety.
SAWS is a values-based organization that believes in diversity in all aspects of our business. At SAWS, we attract and retain the finest individuals whose diverse talents drive innovation. We recognize that differences in race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, physical ability or any characteristic protected by law, enrich and empower our work environment. We respectfully infuse diversity in our daily work lives with the knowledge that people from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences make connections that make SAWS a success.
SAWS is committed to providing our employees with a healthy, safe, and rewarding work environment where all employees have an equal opportunity for professional and personal growth. SAWS employees go beyond what is expected – developing remarkable, award-winning programs in conservation, water resources, watershed protection and wastewater treatment.
Why Choose a Career at SAWS?
For Your Work-Life Balance: SAWS is proud to invest in its employees by offering a variety of paid time off to help meet the work-life balance goals of you and your family.
For Your Professional Growth: Professional growth is key to both our employees’ success as well as SAWS’. That’s why SAWS offers a number of professional development opportunities that achieve both personal and company goals.
For Your Future: Achieving your personal financial goals is an important part of your life. SAWS makes it easy for employees to save for retirement by providing several retirement plan options.
For Your Health: SAWS offers a range of health, dental and vision benefits, and Wellness Programs to help meet each employee’s needs.
For your Protection: SAWS offers life insurance and disability coverage to meet the need for protection against life’s unexpected events.
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