Engineering Project Manager Jobs in New Jersey

Requisition ID: 109983

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Compensation Data

Posted range is $70,690 - $118,100

The base salary range represents a good faith salary range for this position. This position is eligible for annual incentive pay and has the opportunity for continued salary growth. If you are hired at American Water your base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as market, geography, skills, education and/or experience. At American Water, we are committed to pay equity.

This position may be eligible for annual incentive pay and you will have the opportunity for continued salary growth. In addition to compensation, you will be offered a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), Defined Contribution Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, plus disability, paid time off, life insurance, voluntary benefits, health and wellness programs and much more! American Water is also proud to offer employees learning opportunities and work experiences to grow professionally!

Primary Role

The Senior Engineering Project Manager is responsible for managing all activities concerned with the delivery of multiple medium to small projects from inception to completion, the size and importance of which have a significant impact to company objectives. The role is primarily related to organic growth affiliated with developer funded projects.

Key Accountabilities

• Monitoring and managing project files, budgets and schedules for a portfolio of medium to small projects and programs of moderate scope and complexity affiliated with developer projects.
• Driving efficiency into project delivery through the monitoring of delivery metrics (unit costs, target costs vs. actual, etc.) and pursuit of more effective delivery approaches.
• Delivery of assigned Projects/Applications in accordance with policies and procedures set for the developer services group to meet developer schedules and district asset needs.
• Asset Owner satisfaction in accordance with the scope of work agreed upon for each project. Interacts with Operations personnel to ensure project deliveries meets operations needs and is coordinated with operations personnel on operational impacts related to conveyance and transmission system(s).
• Interaction with Asset Planning group to ensure adequate capacity and sound hydraulic engineering.
• Interacts with property group, technical services, and other internal groups and external governmental agencies to coordinate easements, future planning and other project approvals for assigned projects and programs.
• Close coordination with operations, network and field service personnel prior and during construction to ensure all elements needed for safe, efficient project completion are adhered to.

Knowledge/Skills

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.

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 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.

Experience/Education

• With a Bachelor’s degree, 6+ 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.

Travel Requirements

Periodic travel with overnight stays as required; generally, less than 20% of total time is anticipated away from office.

Other

Work Environment

Primarily office with occasional work in the field. While performing the duties of this role, may work in construction environments, near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions and could include a work environment where possible exposure to noise, physical hazards, weather extremes, wet and/or humid conditions and chemicals exist. The ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment is required.

Short Description

Competencies

Champions safety
Customer obsessed
Cultivates innovation
Nimble learning
Drives Results
Collaborates

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