Manager, Engineering Project Delivery

This individual will lead the Project Delivery team – including engineering project managers who oversee the management of capital infrastructure projects within the regulated water/wastewater system in Arizona and New Mexico.

• Lead a functional team of engineering project managers.
• Oversee the maintenance of technical and engineering records including work in progress.
• Manage delivery of the projects making up the annual capital program for the regulated water and wastewater systems in Arizona and New Mexico.
• Prepare goals, monitor attainment, and administer professional and technical development plans.
• Oversee acquisition of consultant and contractor services.
• Interact with regulatory agencies as needed to obtain permits, certifications and approvals for projects and programs.
• Monitor project performance and resource allocation to ensure adherence to Project Delivery, Engineering, and Company standards, policies, and annual capital delivery goals.
• Report on project and program progress (activity, budget, and schedule) at established intervals and using established media.
• Interact with Finance and Rates team to ensure projects are capitalized in short order upon achievement of project objectives.
• Ensure all effort is being made to meet project objectives within the established budget.
• Ensure schedules are being maintained and updated with sufficient frequency to accurately depict project progress.
• Allocate projects and programs of varying scope and complexity to project managers.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders on impacts related to project delivery.
• Drive efficiency into project delivery through the development and monitoring of delivery metrics (unit costs, target costs vs. actual, schedules, quality, post project reviews, etc.) and pursuit of more effective delivery and procurement approaches.
• Serve as technical advisor to engineers and other engineering staff. Build technical competency among staff for all aspects of water/wastewater infrastructure.

• Professional Engineering license required. Operator certifications desired.
• 10+ years engineering experience in the utilities/water industry and 5+ years of experience leading an engineering team.
• Project management and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (e.g., presentation, listening, report writing).
• Strong interpersonal skills (tact/diplomacy, persuasion, cooperation, ability to motivate others).
• Good working knowledge of regulatory developments, new technology and current trends in water quality and water treatment and other related water resource management disciplines. Knowledge of applicable state and federal regulations.
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related technical degree. Advanced Degree desired.
• If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age and legally entitled to work in the United States. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
• Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations, federal and state water quality and design regulations and technical standards.
• High level of computer literacy.
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.
• Broad knowledge of engineering theory related to planning, design, construction, and operations of water and wastewater infrastructure and facilities, engineering and utility economics, and contract administration, and construction delivery methods.
• Strong management skills (e.g., planning, organizing, directing and development of employees).

As an EPCOR employee, you will enjoy a variety of benefits such as a competitive salary, an incentive award program, an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision and other insurance coverage, retirement plan with substantial company contribution, generous time-off schedules, training opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and certification support. We’ve been voted as a Best Places to Work employer and we value the safety of each of our team members through our robust safety training and celebration of safety milestones.