Engineering Project Delivery Manager

This role is a people leader who will lead a team of 3 to 5 Project Delivery Engineers and Engineering Project Managers. They will be responsible for a capital portfolio of 25 to 45 million per year.

Under the direction of the Director Engineering / Director, Engineering Project Delivery this role will be responsible for supervising a functional Engineering, Project Delivery team and/or Construction staff. Thie role will manage and coordinate multiple Capital Investment project activities related to Production, Networks, and/or other water resource or operations systems .

• Ensure asset owner satisfaction in accordance with the scope of work agreed upon for each project.
• Ensure compliance with established regulatory criteria, specifications and standards.
• Interacts with Operations staff to ensure project delivery program meets operational needs; and coordinate with operations staff on operational impacts related to project delivery program.
• Lead a team of engineers and project managers for: driving efficiency into project delivery through the development and monitoring of delivery metrics (unit costs, target costs vs actual, etc.) and pursuit of more effective delivery and procurement approaches.
• Delivery of capital projects within the limits of assigned Capital Investment Management (CIM) projects and programs to meet asset needs.
• Interact with property group, governmental agencies and manage/supervise programs to obtain permits, certification and approvals for assigned projects and programs.
• Lead a team of engineers and project Managers for monitoring and managing budgets and schedules for capital investment projects and programs of varying scope and complexity.

Periodic travel with overnight stays required. Around 10% of total time is anticipated away from the office.

Professional Engineer (PE) preferred.

• Equivalent role-related work experience in lieu of a degree may be considered.
• Financial analysis skill, including budget management and basic accounting knowledge.
• Advanced degree preferred.
• Strong Project Management skills.
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field of engineering.
• Demonstrated skills and ability to lead, supervise, motivate, develop and direct skilled teams in meeting Company goals and objectives.
• Knowledge of company procedures, policies and operations.
• Computer literacy. Competent in the use of word processing, spreadsheet, flow-charting, project scheduling.
• Good working knowledge of regulatory developments, new technology and current trends in water quality, water treatment, developer services and other related water resources management disciplines.
• Knowledge of applicable state and federal regulations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills e.g., listening, presentation, report writing, etc.
• Internal consulting skills e.g., technical, analytical, problem solving, etc
• Sound knowledge of Engineering, Project Management and construction management practices related to planning, design, construction and operations for water resource management facilities, engineering and utility economics and contract administration and construction technology.
• Experience with Water or Wate water utility is preferred.
• Interpersonal skills e.g., tact, diplomacy, persuasion, cooperation, ability to influence and motivate functional and cross-functional peers and decisions, etc.
• Knowledge of employee relations, applicable safety and environmental regulations, federal and state water quality and design regulations and technical standards.
• Minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in the Engineering function of a large organization.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills.

People are the heart of our business. As an American Water employee, you will be offered a competitive salary and health benefits package, along with opportunities to develop, grow, and evolve your career. Our benefits packages focus on key areas such as health & wellness, emotional & well-being, and savings for current & future goals.

Primarily office with occasional local / overnight work in the field.