Project Manager - Lead Program

Overview

Manage lead service line replacement program and capital water projects.

Key Responsibilities

• project management
• budget tracking
• design management
• contractor coordination
• capital planning
• cost estimation

Tasks

-Communicate regularly in written form (email, memoranda, reports, status updates, etc.) and verbally (group meetings, virtual meetings, internal presentations, external presentations). -Assist the Director of Engineering & Assistant Director of Engineering in developing analysis and reports to be provided to regulators, internal or external customers as required. -Field and address customer concerns and issues and coordinate with external contractors to achieve a satisfactory resolution. -Provide engineering support to Corporate and other Engineering BUs. -Provide engineering support (on and off-site) during emergencies and large main breaks and other Hackensack system emergencies. -Project budget development and cost tracking and expenditure forecasting. Track and report on project expenditures to ensure they are aligned with budget and prioritize projects based on available funding and risk assessment. -Manage the design (either internal or external) and construction of small and large projects. -Project Manager will be primarily responsible for independently managing the Lead Service Line Replacement program, along with other small and mid-size Capital projects. Project total capex budget can range from $5M per year up to $10M per year. -Respond to field-related matters including materials releases, GIS information acquisition, and invoice review and approval to ensure appropriate billing. -Assist in managing and mentoring associate engineers and summer interns who will support data compilation, weekly metric generation, and work order management aspects of the Lead Service Line Replacement Program and other small and mid-size capital projects. -Manage external contractors and engineering consultants to ensure accurate and complete delivery of the Lead Service Line Replacement Program and other small and mid-size capital projects. -Assist in providing support to the Director of Engineering & Assistant Director of Engineering and the Rates Department as needed during the preparation of the rate case filling, DSIC filing as well as responding to the rate case and DSIC interrogatories. -Prepare bid documents and coordinate procurement with supply chain management (SCM) department. -Coordinate with Veolia master planning department to assure the focus of capital project planning meets medium and long-term needs of the operations. -Work independently to manage all capital programs and specific projects for mainly water systems and network engineering as needed. Work directly with the Operations and T&D group to understand their needs in meeting operational, compliance, and health & safety goals. -Prepare short term and long-term capital improvement plans for new acquisitions and prepare valuations of systems based on due diligence site visits and condition assessment for the purpose of formulating bids for acquisitions. -Prepare preliminary, engineering, and detailed cost estimates. -Participate in master planning effort of existing systems and new acquisitions (water and wastewater).

Requirements

• autocad
• gis
• pmp
• pe
• civil engineering
• hydraulic modeling

What You Bring

-Experience in managing Water, Wastewater infrastructure, and/or Engineering Network projects. -The duties of this position will require occasional travel to sites in Bergen/Hudson counties and infrequent travel to sites in Passaic and Sussex Counties, in New Jersey. -Possesses broad knowledge of multiple processes and/or engineering and construction disciplines, augmented with good experience and seasoning, to the point where he/she can address complex projects or address complex challenges, such as leading a response to an emergency. Must be able to propose capital projects or identify other work that will benefit Company and/or its customers, based on their expertise in one or more areas. -Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google applications. Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel, AutoCAD, ESRI/GIS, PowerPlan, and INFOR. -Experience in managing and adhering to project budgets and schedules. -Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering and/or MBA degree. -Hydraulic Modeling background is a plus. -Water / Wastewater Operator and T&D Licenses are a plus. -Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, computer and interpersonal skills. -5+ years of engineering experience in related field for Engineers. -Engineering in Training Certificate is required. -High attention to detail & critical thinking. -Professional Engineer’s License is preferred or ability to obtain within one (1) year is required. -PMP certification is a plus.

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About Veolia North America

-Focuses on water, waste, and energy management through sustainable solutions. -Serves a wide range of industries, from residential to industrial and infrastructure projects. -Offers services like wastewater treatment, water recycling, energy management, and waste disposal, tailored to customer needs. -Specializes in sectors such as energy, utilities, and water, helping clients minimize their environmental impact. -Manages large infrastructure projects, including eco-efficient systems for municipalities and industries. -Works on notable projects including energy-efficient systems for commercial buildings, waste-to-energy facilities, and water reclamation systems. -Operates across multiple regions, addressing major environmental challenges.

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