Construction Project Manager

American Water Capital Investment Project Manager

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.

Primary Role : Responsible for the supervision and / or management of capital construction project activity, inspection teams, and contract construction in the safe delivery of water and wastewater investment projects in accordance with technical standards, company policies and practices, and state and local regulatory requirements.

Key Accountabilities :

• Manage multiple projects and perform varied engineering assignments associated with capital investment construction.
• Efficient management of contractors including negotiations of contract agreements; delivery of projects on time and within pre-established budgets, and safety reporting
• Reinforce the importance of developing a diverse workforce and provide effective leadership in procurement activities to increase diversity in contracted construction services.
• Supervise field and contract personnel to ensure safe and 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 field construction expertise on engineering and operational issues; Support business development activities through the analysis and integration of water and wastewater business opportunities.

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Work Environment : 70% Field / 30% Office. Field. Minimal travel beyond state service area.

Competencies : Champions safety, Customer obsessed, Cultivates innovation, Nimble learning, Drives Results, Collaborates.

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