Engineering Project Delivery Manager

Engineering Project Delivery Manager

Under the direction of the Director Engineering / Director, Engineering Project Delivery this role will be responsible for supervising a functional Engineering, Project Delivery team and / or Construction staff. This role will manage and coordinate multiple Capital Investment project activities related to Production, Networks, and / or other water resource or operations systems.

Lead a team of engineers and project managers for monitoring and managing budgets and schedules for capital investment projects and programs of varying scope and complexity.

Lead a team of engineers and project managers for driving efficiency into project delivery through the development and monitoring of delivery metrics (unit costs, target costs vs actual, etc.) and pursuit of more effective delivery and procurement approaches.

Delivery of capital projects within the limits of assigned Capital Investment Management (CIM) projects and programs to meet asset needs.

Ensure asset owner satisfaction in accordance with the scope of work agreed upon for each project.

Interact with Operations staff to ensure project delivery program meets operational needs; and coordinate with operations staff on operational impacts related to project delivery program.

Ensure compliance with established regulatory criteria, specifications and standards.

Interact with property group, governmental agencies and manage / supervise programs to obtain permits, certification and approvals for assigned projects and programs.

Sound 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.

Knowledge of applicable state and federal regulations.

Good working knowledge of regulatory developments, new technology and current trends in water quality, water treatment, developer services and other related water resources management disciplines.

Knowledge of company procedures, policies and operations.

Knowledge of employee relations, applicable safety and environmental regulations, federal and state water quality and design regulations and technical standards.

Demonstrated skills and ability to lead, supervise, motivate, develop and direct skilled teams in meeting Company goals and objectives.

Strong verbal and written communication skills e.g., listening, presentation, report writing, etc.

Interpersonal skills e.g., tact, diplomacy, persuasion, cooperation, ability to influence and motivate functional and cross-functional peers and decisions, etc.

Strong quantitative and analytical skills.

Strong Project Management skills.

Internal consulting skills e.g., technical, analytical, problem solving, etc.

Computer literacy. Competent in the use of word processing, spreadsheet, flow-charting, project scheduling.

Financial analysis skill, including budget management and basic accounting knowledge.

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field of engineering. Advanced degree preferred. Equivalent role-related work experience in lieu of a degree may be considered. Minimum of ten (10) years' experience in the Engineering function of a large organization. Experience with Water or Water utility is preferred.

Professional Engineer (PE) preferred.

This role is a people leader who will lead a team of 3 to 5 Project Delivery Engineers and Engineering Project Managers. They will be responsible for a capital portfolio of 25 to 45 million per year.

Primarily office with occasional local / overnight work in the field.

Periodic travel with overnight stays required. Around 10% of total time is anticipated away from the office.

Prioritizes & Role Models Safety

Self-Awareness

Develops Talent

Plans, Aligns, & Directs

Drives Engagement

Decision Quality