Capital Projects Manager - Military Services Group

Requisition ID: 108512 

 

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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 $40 to $42 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 Index for 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.

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In September 2003, under the Department of Defense’s Utility Privatization Program, we were awarded ownership and a 50-year contract for the operations and maintenance, upgrades and renewal and replacement of the water and wastewater distribution and collection systems and treatment facilities at Fort Rucker in Dale County, Alabama. The contract covers the main Army post, the Cairns Army Air Field, the Shell Army Heliport, and the surrounding stagefields utility systems.

 

Our responsibilities include system capital investment, regulatory and environmental compliance, planning, asset recapitalization, and long term operations and maintenance. The potable water distribution system at the main Post consists of ground water supply, treatment, storage and piping. The Post is served by seven active wells ranging from 425 gallons per minute (GPM) to 800 GPM capacity. There are three 500,000 gallon ground storage tanks and two 500,000 gallon elevated storage tanks with over 70 miles of piping and 1,800 service connections within the distribution system.

 

The wastewater collection system includes a 2.5 million gallons per day (MGD) activated biosolids plant.

 

Primary Role

Function as the Corporate liaison with the individual Business Units to coordinate activities related to the company's capital investment program. Provide overall guidance and support, and assure that all deliverables are submitted timely, accurately, and in accordance with all company policies and practices.

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.
• Develop capital program strategy and lead capital pricing.
• Ability to work on multiple contracts simultaneously.
• Strong team player with good relationship and networking skills.
• Strong communication skills both written and oral.
• Strong understanding and appreciation of Auto CAD/GIS.
• Highly motivated, flexible and enthusiastic attitude.
• 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

Certifications/Licenses

Professional Engineer License (PE) desired and/or Construction Management certifications preferred.

Work Environment

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

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