Capital Program Specialist

Requisition ID: [[id]] * 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. Our benefits packages focus on key areas such as health & wellness, emotional & well-being, and savings for current & future goals. We are Beautifully Different . We strongly believe having diversity across our company makes us more successful and helps us provide essential services to our customers. We are stronger because we embrace different ideas, viewpoints, experiences, and backgrounds. American Water is the best choice for your next role! Click here for more information on our inclusion, diversity, and equity journey. * 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 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water’s approximately 7,000 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. For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram. Position Information Posted Range: $59,280 - $99,060 Annually * 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. 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! _ Primary Role _ Reporting to the Manager Asset & Capital Planning, responsible for the development and implementation of governance, policy, procedures, and reporting for the capital expenditure program for the Region. Assist in the strategic enhancement of the Region’s Capital Investment Management (CIM) program to meet key business drivers. Key Accountabilities * Effectively coordinate and administer functional support work processes for activities including asset capital planning, design, project delivery and construction to limited tasks for varying water resource system projects. * Input and analyze data for department work processes, business systems and reports. * Prepare variance reports as required. * Assists in preparation of documents related to the investment budget. * Assists in monitoring expenditures to budget according to the Capital Investment Management polices and procedures. * Prepare and analyze or contribute to department or functional key performance indicator reports, balance scorecard reports, business performance reviews, and MD Reports. * Support procurement of materials and services and effectively utilize business system and procurement agreements. * Prepare and maintain files, records, drawings, reports, maps, charts, budgets and other data related to engineering and construction projects. _ Knowledge/Skills _ * Advanced knowledge of project and program management. * Core professional competence in asset planning, engineering delivery or operations area. * Business acumen and judgment. * Knowledge of environmental regulations, legislative developments, new technologies, engineering design, planning, delivery, and/or operations related to water and/or wastewater systems. * Knowledge of company procedures, policies and operations. * Professional Engineering license or accreditation desirable. * Strong financial and budget knowledge. Tracking and measuring progress, providing feedback and making adjustments as necessary. * Skills: * Strong project management skills (e.g., planning, organizing, coordination); ability to work independently on complex projects of large scope; strong quantitative and analytical skills; attention to detail. * Strong verbal and written communications skills (e.g., report writing, listening, and presentation); strong interpersonal skills (e.g.; tact/diplomacy, persuasion, team building, cooperation, leadership, ability to motivate others). * Computer literacy. Competent in the use of word processing, spreadsheet, flow-charting, MS project and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. * Financial analysis skills, including budget management and accounting knowledge. _ Experience/Education _ * Bachelor's Degree (required) * Four (4) to seven (7) years experience in water and/or wastewater utility engineering, operations, project management, or related field. * Experience of establishing and implementing best practice and building capabilities. _ Travel Requirements _ 5-10% within respective Operating Unit(s). Occasional travel outside of respective Operating Unit(s). Competencies Champions safety Customer obsessed Cultivates innovation Drives Results Nimble learning * Join American Water...We Keep Life Flowing ™ * American Water is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants* based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because they are an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.