Project Manager

Project Manager

New York - American Water Company

Hewlett, NY, US, 11557

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN), parent company of Liberty, is a diversified international generation, transmission, and distribution utility. AQN is committed to providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy and water solutions through our portfolio of utility investments to over one million customer connections, largely in the United States and Canada.

At Algonquin, our vision is to be the most trusted utility service provider in North America – a premium regulated utility, known for our customer focus, commitment to sustainability, and strong community partnerships. Our employees are at the heart of that vision. We believe that when people are empowered to learn, grow, and contribute their ideas, we can achieve remarkable results together.

We are building a culture that values integrity, inclusivity, and innovation. By joining Algonquin, you’ll be part of a team that is shaping the future of energy and water, while creating long-term value for our customers, communities, employees, and shareholders.

Purpose

This position is responsible for managing all activities concerned with the delivery of several medium to small capital investment projects from inception to completion, the size and importance of which have a significant impact to company objectives related to Production, Networks, and/ or other water resources or operation systems. The Project Manager will keep stakeholders always informed, recommend alternatives to project plans as needed to stay aligned to Liberty’s goals and objectives.

Accountabilities

• Responsible for monitoring and managing budgets and schedules for multiple large to small Capital Investment projects and programs of moderate scope and complexity.

• Asset owner satisfaction in accordance with the scope of work agreed upon for 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, easements, rights of ways, permits, certifications, and other project approvals for assigned projects and programs.

• Interact at permitting/zoning and public meetings regarding construction of locally contentious site improvements,

• Define contract requirements, identify delivery partner (internal or external), participate in defining bid strategy and RFP/RFQ, participate in the bidding process, negotiate project budget and contract terms (in partnership with Procurement as appropriate), maintain up to date project documentation and supporting documentation required for regulatory filings.

• Follow industry standards and best practices to successfully deliver one or more projects of high complexity using advanced project management skills, technical knowledge, and engineering principles. Manage all aspects pertaining to assigned project through the project management life cycle including project scope, budget, schedule, resources, stakeholders and quality management.

• Monitor project progress and identify issues and risks; create action plan and track resolution. Manage changes to the project scope, schedule, and/or budget using appropriate techniques.

• Maintain contact with Operations / Construction to remain in alignment on work completed and budget. Provide plant inspections and feedback to operations or other departments of current or future potential issues.

• Act as the focal point for the identification of internal and external customer needs and expectations consistent with Company goals and objectives. As needed, work with Resource Planning Lead to develop and deliver efficient and cost effective, levelized contractor and internal resource capital and operating work plans.

• Develop detailed plant design, permitting, engineering calculations, and writing technical specifications.  Drafting detailed design drawings and specifications that are cost effective and achieve stakeholder goals while meeting federal, state and local regulatory requirements (Health Department codes, EPA, SPDES, etc.). with the goal of efficient plant operations and avoiding NOVS/violations. Continue communication and compliance with external authorities throughout project life, including water quality sampling and submitting to relevant authorities.

• Demonstrate understanding and ability to apply internal and OSHA safety standards: excavation, lockout/tagout, fall protection, confined space, and chemical handling. Ensuring project are both designed with safety in mind and constructed safely.

• Make and grow relationships with stakeholders including: other utilities, consulting engineers, contractors, local government, and health departments.

• Manage and execute customer communications throughout projects, ensuring timely notifications, clear updates, and responsive engagement to minimize disruptions and maintain customer satisfaction.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field of study

• Knowledge of engineering principles, and the effect the work has on other fields.

• Minimum 5 to 8 years of experience in project delivery of major water resource projects.

• PMP Preferred, or equivalent of direct industry experience

• New York State Drinking Water Operator License, or ability to obtain within 1 year.

Our purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in everything we do as a business and as an employee team.

As the successful candidate

Our Mission

We provide safe, secure, reliable, cost-effective and sustainable energy and water solutions. Our mission is how we create value as an organization—it is what drives us every day to fulfill our purpose.

Our Vision

We better the lives of our customers and communities. Our vision is what we see as possible. It's where we aspire to be, what we want to achieve and how we'll make animpact. It guides and keeps us on the right path as we work towards fulfilling our purposes.

Our Guiding Principles

• Customer Centric

• Integrity

• Entrepreneurial

• Teamwork

• Owner mindset

• Outcome focused

• Continuous learning

What we offer

Collaborative environment with a genuine flexible working policy

401k Plan with matching

Share purchase/match plan

Leadership Development Program

Volunteer paid days off

Employee Assistance Program

Achievement fund

Free parking

Variety of Health & Wellness programs

Discount and Perks program

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role and are not confident you meet all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to investigate the opportunity further.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person's unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents.

Full participation of all employees in a safe, healthy and respectful environment is key to individual and company success. We are committed to fully utilizing the abilities of all our employees and expect each of our employees to honour this commitment in their daily responsibilities.