Engineering Project Manager

Requisition ID: 109686 

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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 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.

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Position Details:

The Pay Range for this position is $61,050 to 102,030 per year.

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! 

American Water is also proud to offer employees learning opportunities and work experiences to grow professionally! 

This role will be Hybrid with 3 days in the office and 2 days work from home.

Primary Role:

Responsible for project management, engineering design, bidding, and construction management, etc. on multiple small to medium size project relating to various aspects of the business. Responsibilities may also include the technical supervision over consulting project engineers, technicians, CADD operators and/or Construction Inspectors.

Key Accountabilities:

• Manages multiple small to medium size projects and perform varied engineering assignments associated with planning, design or construction. 
• Assist in the preparation of technical, bidding and contractual documents associated with delivery of capital investment projects.
• Ensure scope and quality of work achieve the intent of all Design Concepts and Company standards for capacity, performance, reliability, safety and regulatory compliance 
• Develops technical information and concepts into feasible and effective engineering approaches. 
• Develop strategic and strong working relationships with engineering firms, vendors, and contractors.
• Assist in providing technical expertise on engineering and operational issues.
• Supervises field and contract personnel to ensure timely completion of assignments, within budget and adherence to standards.
• Adhere to Engineering Standards, specifications and, equipment manufacturer recommendations to support Center of Excellence initiatives.
• Coordinate the pre-qualification and selection of consulting and construction organizations for projects using negotiation or competitive selection process.
• Establish project budget and cost.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Demonstrated knowledge of engineering design theory and practice, project management, construction and contract management, water resources, water/wastewater facilities and utility operations.
• Knowledge of current trends in water quality and treatment and other aspects of the regulated and non-regulated water industry.
• General understanding of US regulations (commercial and environmental), legislation and trends impacting the water industry.
• Sound business acumen and judgment.
• Process, project and program management skills.
• Quantitative Skills (e.g., analytical, technical, problem solving).
• Effective people management (e.g., planning, organizing, controlling and leading teams).
• Written and verbal communications (e.g., fluency in report writing and presentations).
• Interpersonal skills (e.g., persuasion, negotiation, listening, cooperation, tact, diplomacy, problem solving, internal consulting).

Experience/Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field.Minimum 4 years experience in water resources design and project management.
• Minimum 4 years experience in water resources design and project management.
• Engineer-in training (EIT) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification strongly preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License

Travel Requirements:

Up to 20%

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