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Veterans Preferred - Construction Project Manager - Military Services Group
Location:
West Point, NY
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Military Veterans are Encouraged to Apply. - Requisition ID: 106418 Share Our Purpose. Be Yourself. Feel Valued. 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. We are Beautifully Different . We strongly believe having diversity across our company makes us more successful and helps us provide essential services to our customers. We are stronger because we embrace different ideas, viewpoints, experiences, and backgrounds. American Water is the best choice for your next role! Click here for more information on our inclusion, diversity, and equity journey. About American Water American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing - by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people across 14 regulated jurisdictions and 18 military installations. American Water's 6,500 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company's national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders. As one of the fastest growing utilities in the U.S., American Water expects to invest $30 to $34 billion in infrastructure repairs and replacement, system resiliency and regulated acquisitions over the next 10 years. The company has a long-standing history of executing its core operations, aligned with sustainable best practices, through its commitments to safety, affordability, customer service, protecting the environment, an inclusive workforce and strengthening communities. American Water has been recognized on the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Indexfor the fifth consecutive year, ranked 18th on Barron's 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies 2023 List, earned the U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act designation and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's WaterSense - Excellence Award, among additional state, local and national recognitions. For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn , Facebook , Twitter and Instagram . Primary Role As a project manager within the American Water Military Services Group Capital/Engineering function, this position is responsible for the development and management of construction projects or assignments in the field of water and wastewater. This includes all aspects of public water supply and treatment systems and wastewater collection & treatment systems including asset management, project and construction management, business development, and issues relating to operations & maintenance. Projects or assignments fall within the following general categories listed below. Managing all activities concerned with the delivery of multiple capital investment projects from inception to completion. This includes project budgeting and administration within an established capital investment management process, management or self-performance of project delivery tasks including preliminary engineering, detailed design, permitting, procurement, construction management, field inspection, testing, turnover and project closeout. Support project delivery efforts through interpreting and determining asset & operational requirements, organizing and executing detailed engineering design tasks, administering project specific permitting tasks, providing technical support and operator training during construction & commissioning. Engineering studies and/or troubleshooting related to water/wastewater operations and maintenance concerns, project or program management for maintenance of engineered assets (storage tanks, reservoirs, dams, etc.) or event management support related to unplanned occurrences (droughts, storms, floods, power outage, asset failures, etc.). Key Accountabilities Manage multiple projects and perform varied engineering assignments associated with capital planning, design, and construction. Efficient management of sub-contractors including negotiations of sub-contract agreements; delivery of projects on time and within pre-established budgets. Supervise field and contract personnel to ensure timely completion of assignments, within budget and adherence to standards. Assist in the preparation of technical, bidding, and contractual documents associated with delivery of capital investment projects. Establish project budget and cost. Monitor and manage budgets and schedules for medium to small Capital Investment Projects and programs of moderate scope and complexity. Provide technical expertise on engineering and operational issues. Adhere to Engineering Standards, specifications and, equipment manufacturer recommendations to support MSG initiatives. Knowledge/Skills Strong construction management skills. Strong construction procurement skills. Strong design skills. Ability to manage and influence subcontractors and consultants. Ability to identify the risks and rewards of capital projects. Ability to work on multiple contracts simultaneously. Strong team player with good relationship and networking skills. Strong communication skills both written and oral. Highly motivated, flexible and enthusiastic attitude. Knowledge of US regulations (environmental), legislation, new technology and current trends impacting the water industry. Ability to work multiple fast pace projects or assignments with minimum direction. Effective management skills (e.g. planning, organizing, coordinating individual staff and teams). Understanding of construction procurement processes and construction management principles. Understanding of construction project scheduling, sequencing, and execution. Understanding of construction standards, materials, equipment, and installation procedures. Experience/Education Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Construction Management, or related field. Commensurate experience may be considered. Over Five (5) years' experience managing and implementing Capital Improvement Programs and construction projects. Travel Requirements Minimal to no travel beyond local area. Certifications & Licenses Professional Engineer License (PE) desired and/or Construction Management certifications preferred. Work Environment Project management and development from office setting. Some field inspection and evaluation required for local projects. In addition to American Water's pre-employment screenings, this position requires the ability to pass a Department of Defense background check for access to the military installation. Competencies Champions safety Customer obsessed Cultivates innovation Nimble learning Drives Results Collaborates Join American Water... We Keep Life Flowing --- American Water is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because they are an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws. Nearest Major Market: Middletown Nearest Secondary Market: Poughkeepsie
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