Capital Project Manager

Capital Project CoordinatorThrough its wholly owned subsidiaries, American States Utility Services, Inc. contracts with the federal government to provide water and wastewater services that include operating, maintaining, renewing, replacing, and constructing new systems on military installations throughout the United States. The installations where we presently operate are home to nearly 350,000 military and civilian personnel and families.We proudly deliver these vital services to military installations in Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas (including southeastern New Mexico), Virginia, Florida, Kansas, and Massachusetts.Serving those who serve.United States Veterans, Reservists, National Guard Members, and Military Spouses encouraged to apply.Position Summary: The incumbent in this position shall be responsible for and will work closely with internal and external clients and personnel to ensure all applicable policies and procedures are followed. This position includes working with the applicable Capital Project Supervisor to ensure compliance and completion of water and wastewater engineering and construction projects.Accountability: The Capital Project Coordinator may be asked by contractors for interpretations or variances not consistent with Company Standards; as such, this individual must be ever mindful of all requirements on the Company's Code of Ethics/Conduct, including consistently promoting a professional image of the Company at all times.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Performs a variety of assignments within a framework of established procedures and with minimal supervision, including typing, filing, and records managementFiles documents, maintains computerized and manual records, and compiles data for general information purposes and individual requests for special reportsCompares, processes, or maintains a variety of reports and documentsAssists Capital Project Supervisor in master plan preparationsPrepares cost quote estimates for military base construction projectsAs directed, gathers financial data and assists in preparation of schedules for new construction proposals at subsidiaryAssists with month-end closing and project reportingReviews pre-design reports, construction plans and specifications to ensure that the engineering designs meet company requirementsCoordinates with DPW and other departments and agencies as necessary to process and secure Installation approvals for capital construction projectsEnsures that construction is performed in accordance with approved Construction Issued Plans, Specifications, Special Provisions, Standard Construction Specifications, Standard Construction Drawings and Approved Material ListHelps to ensure adherence with policies designed to help maintain local and federal regulatory complianceIdentifies and helps develop process improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness of current activitiesAssists in preparation of internal and external audit activities, as requiredProvides technical expertise to staff and other team members related, but not limited to, regulatory and engineering mattersReviews Daily Inspection Reports, Field Reports and Sub-contractor Performance Assessment Reports, (SPARS)Oversees Capital Project Inspectors' work to ensure that all assigned project construction is correctly installed; project sites are safe by OSHA standards and properly maintained during the work period; and project sites are clean and secure before contractor leaves the site each dayEnsure that all assigned project construction is correctly installed per applicable state and federal environmental regulations; project sites are compliant with OSHA standards and the ASUS Health and Safety Plan, and risks mitigated to prevent non-compliance with eitherAssists with the management and oversight of capital construction projectsPrepares and presents periodic reports on progress of assigned capital projectsPerforms other duties as assignedThe above job description is not intended to be, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills or competencies including physical requirements associated with this job.Minimum Position Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related degree, or no less than five years of experience in the area of Civil design or constructionFive years' experience in water distribution and/or wastewater collection design, installation or related construction work or inspection preferredKnowledge of construction management, engineering concepts, policies, requirements and regulations requiredAbility and willingness to train other Capital Project Coordinators and Capital Project InspectorsProficient in the use of computerized office equipment and programs (e.g. MS Office, MS Windows, Adobe products)Ability to read and review water and wastewater plans and specifications. Ability to edit plans is preferredAbility to speak, understand, read and write English; grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation requiredEngineer in Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain certification within one year of position entry is preferredWorking knowledge of GIS and AUTOCAD in utility system applications is highly preferredMust possess and maintain a valid Driver's License issued by the state where employedMust take and pass Federal OSHA and/or State Mandated Safety training with annual refresher courses as required by the associated regulations for this Position. Such training will be provided by company and compliance is mandatoryQualities of a Successful Capital Project Coordinator:TrustworthyDemonstrates strong levels of accountability and ownershipCollaborative/team-orientedExhibits professionalism with internal and external contactsHigh degree of initiative; self-starterStrong leadership skills, including ability to work effectively with all levels throughout the organization and across functional linesExcellent organizational skills and time management are a mustExceptional communication skills, both written and oralStrong interpersonal skills with an emphasis on initiative, knowledge sharing and teambuildingAbility to work independently with minimal supervisionDemonstrated experience in identifying process improvement opportunities and engage in implementing improvementsDemonstrated experience in analyzing customer needs through soliciting, evaluating and acting upon customer feedbackAbility to research, interpret and compile analytical dataPhysical Requirements May Include:Standing, climbing, walking, lifting up to 50 lbs., bending, pulling and/or pushing, grasping, reaching, stooping and crouching, sitting, and walking all for extended periods of timeBenefitsOur Company supports our employees with rich benefit programs and resources to help them thrive today and prepare for tomorrow. Benefit options include medical, dental, and vision plans with the Company currently paying 85% of the monthly premium for employees and their eligible dependents. We also offer paid vacation and sick time and twelve Company paid holidays per year. To help our employees plan for the future, we offer both a 401(k) retirement plan as well as a Defined Contribution Profit Sharing retirement plan. Additional benefits include life, AD&D, and LTD insurance as well as health savings account and flexible spending plans.Compensation InformationThe compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Multiple factors are used to determine the actual starting rate of pay for all of our positions, including specific skills, years of experience, education, certification(s), and other job related factors.U.S. Citizenship is required pursuant to our contract with the federal government.The responsibilities of this position will involve access to information that may be considered confidential, private and sensitive. Therefore, the individual filling this position will be required to both allow and pass a background check.Note: Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with special needs to perform the essential functions.