Utility Manager

The City of Sandy Springs is seeking a proactive and solutions-driven professional to serve as our next Utility Manager within the Public Works Department. This position plays a critical role in coordinating utility infrastructure projects, managing right-of-way activities, supporting emergency response operations, and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy cross-functional collaboration, and want to make a direct impact on the growth and infrastructure of one of Georgia's leading cities, we encourage you to apply. What You'll Do As Utility Manager, you will serve as a key liaison between the City, utility providers, contractors, developers, and the public to support safe and efficient utility operations throughout the community.

Key responsibilities include:

Coordinating utility relocations and construction activities related to roadway and infrastructure projectsReviewing permit applications and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and standardsManaging utility-related contracts, agreements, and tracking systems within the public right-of-wayUtilizing systems such as OpenGov, ArcGIS, Lucity, Bluebeam Revu, and Microsoft Office to monitor and document operationsConducting site inspections before, during, and after construction activitiesCollaborating with internal departments, external agencies, contractors, and residents to resolve issues and support project deliveryServing in after-hours emergency response and on-call operations as neededRepresenting the department at meetings, committees, workshops, and community events What We're Looking For The ideal candidate is organized, technically capable, customer-service oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic operational environment. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree requiredMinimum of three (3) years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experienceValid Georgia driver's licenseWorking knowledge of:

OpenGovArcGISBluebeam RevuLucityMicrosoft Office Suite Strong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to analyze data, interpret regulations, and make sound operational decisions

Perks & Benefits:

Three competitive medical plan options for you and your family, along with dental and vision coverage10 paid holidays per year, plus 1 floating holidayAccrued paid vacation and sick leaveCity-paid life and AD&D insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disabilityA City-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)A robust retirement savings program: the City contributes 12% of your base salary to a 401(a) plan and matches up to 5% of your contributions to a 457(b) planTuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year after one year of service toward a relevant degreeIdentity Theft InsuranceAccess to an on-site gymFirstNet (AT&T)

Phone Discount About Sandy Springs:

Sandy Springs is Georgia's sixth-largest city, with nearly 110,000 residents and a thriving business community. Known for its small-town charm, strong public safety, and exceptional quality of life, Sandy Springs consistently ranks among the best places to raise a family. As Georgia's most diverse city, it offers top-rated schools, world-class healthcare, miles of parks and riverfront recreation, and a vibrant dining and retail scene—all just minutes from the heart of metro Atlanta. The City of Sandy Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Due to the number of job applications received, we are unable to accept phone calls or emails about the status of your application. Each applicant will receive notification at the time of applying and when a decision is made. Monday - Friday, 8AM - 5PM; Requires On-Call availability and emergency response operations.