Senior, Engineering Project Manager

Senior, Engineering Project Manager at American Water Senior, Engineering Project Manager at American Water in McMurray, Pennsylvania Posted in 13 days ago.

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Senior, Engineering Project Manager Posting Start Date:

4/7/26

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Primary Role General 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. Working knowledge of regulatory developments, new technology and current trends in water quality, water treatment, developer services and other related water resource management disciplines. Knowledge of applicable state and federal regulations Knowledge of employee relations, applicable safety and environmental regulations, federal and state water quality and design regulations and technical standards. Key Accountabilities Monitoring and managing budgets and schedules for several medium to small Capital Investment Projects and programs of moderate scope and complexity. Driving efficiency into project delivery through the monitoring of delivery metrics (unit costs, target costs vs. actual, etc.) and pursuit of more effective delivery and procurement approaches. Delivery of assigned Capital Projects in accordance with policies and procedures set for in the Capital Program Management (CPM) system to meet asset needs. Asset Owner satisfaction in accordance with the scope of work agreed upon for each project. Interacts with Operations personnel to ensure project delivery program meets operations needs and is coordinated with operations personnel on operational impacts related to project delivery program. Interaction with Technical Services function regarding standards and requirements. Ensures compliance with established regulatory criteria, specifications, and standards. Interacts with property group, technical services, and other internal groups and external governmental agencies to coordinate land acquisition, easements, rights of ways, permits, certificates, and other project approvals for assigned projects and programs. Knowledge/Skills Strong process, project, and program management skills. Strong quantitative skills (e.g., analytical, technical, problem solving). Excellent written and verbal communication skills (e.g., fluency in report writing and presentations). Effective interpersonal skills (e.g., persuasion, negotiation, listening, cooperation, tact, diplomacy, problem solving, internal consulting). Leadership presence (e.g., ability to deal effectively and maintain collaborative relationships with Company senior management and other key internal and external stakeholders). Ability to influence across the organization to drive operational work and resource planning activities. Demonstrated ability to effectively problem solve routine and non-routine issues, developing possible solutions to problems and challenges. Ability to execute with urgency, while also maintaining project management discipline and stakeholder engagement. Financial analysis skill, including budget management, business modeling, and basic accounting knowledge. General 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. Working knowledge of regulatory developments, new technology and current trends in water quality, water treatment, developer services and other related water resource management disciplines. Knowledge of applicable state and federal regulations Knowledge of employee relations, applicable safety and environmental regulations, federal and state water quality and design regulations and technical standards. Experience/Education Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; advanced degree preferred. Minimum 7 years' experience in project delivery of major water resources projects. Consideration will be given for advanced degrees and/or relevant certification(s) in lieu of minimum years of experience. Engineer-in training (EIT) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification strongly preferred. Valid Driver's License Travel Requirements Periodic travel with overnight stays as required; generally, less than 20% of total time is anticipated away from office Other Short Description Competencies Champions safety Customer obsessed Cultivates innovation Nimble learning

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