Administrator II, Capital Projects

Liberty Utilities; Pine Bluff (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with 5% match

Job summary

LU Service Corp. is seeking an Administrator II, Capital Projects to provide engineering support and administer capital project costs. The role requires maintaining fixed asset documentation and supporting GIS mapping and master planning for water infrastructure.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma with six years of technical experience or an Associate’s degree with related experience. Strong Computer/Office skills and CAD/GIS familiarity are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and six years of technical experience in a water utility or related field.
• Associate degree can count for up to two years of experience.
• General knowledge of engineering, accounting, project management, and construction management practices.
• Advanced PC skills; Excel, Word, and other Microsoft Office tools preferred.
• CAD and GIS proficiency are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support capital project cost administration and fixed asset allocations.
• Maintain project documentation and O&M records.
• Assist in preparing letters, reports, and project specifications.
• Support budget preparation and tracking for capital and O&M projects.
• Maintain facility system maps and GIS data for analyses.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork & initiative

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in a related field (credit for up to 2 years)

Tools

CAD

GIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Administrator II, Capital Projects

LU Service Corp.

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN), parent company of Liberty, is a diversified international generation, transmission, and distribution utility.

Purpose

Under moderate supervision this position is responsible for providing engineering support, administrating capital project costs, administrating fixed asset/GIS documentation and maintaining capital project documentation. This support may include aiding in water system master planning and design of various construction projects and administrating capital projects.

Accountabilities

• Works under the direction of the Capital Administration and Operations Managers.
• Performs various duties including capital project cost administration and fixed asset allocations, maintaining project documentation and operations and maintenance records.
• Assists in the construction of projects by ordering materials and services, and maintains records for capital project files.
• Assists in the preparation of letters, memoranda, reports, project specifications, and other written communication.
• Assists with the preparation and tracking of capital and O&M budgets.
• Assists in the creation and maintenance of facility system maps and facility management systems.
• Updates Fixed Asset and GIS data bases and utilizes those systems to provide data and analyses for others.
• Assists in the timely collection and processing of as-built documentation for construction projects.
• Supports Company activities from other business units.
• Performs various other duties as may be assigned by designated staff.

Education and Experience

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, and six years of technical experience in a water utility or other related field, or possess an equivalent of combined experience.
• Graduation with an Associate’s degree in a related field can be used for up to two years of experience.
• General knowledge of engineering, accounting, project management, and construction management practices.
• Knowledge and use of personal computers and advanced skills in word processing and spreadsheet software are mandatory. Experience in Microsoft Office products is preferred.
• Intermediate skills in computer-aided drafting (CAD) and Geographic Information System (GIS) software are preferred.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to communicate in English with others including internal and external customers under normal and adverse conditions are required.
• Possess effective interpersonal skills and be able to work with people at all levels of the organization. Maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. This includes, but is not limited to, those to whom the position reports to, coworkers, public, customers, regulators, etc.
• Must meet established goals and deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Be able to exercise independent judgment, discretion, finesse, professionalism, and tact in all areas of work including matters of a sensitive and/or confidential nature.
• Must have good organizational, problem solving, and math skills.
• Able to work independently and function in a team environment.
• Must maintain a professional appearance as a front-line representative of the Company.
• Must be able to take direction, be a self-starter, and self-motivated.
• Must have the ability to prioritize and organize multiple assignments with limited time constraints and changing requirements.
• Be able to follow Company rules, procedures, and also directions from Management.
• Be able to work weekends, holidays, and extra time as required.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Be able to drive Company vehicles.
• Be able to travel for business.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally.
• Sufficient physical dexterity to walk, drive, lift, carry, stoop, bend, push, pull, and climb stairs.
• Ability to handle (lift, carry, operate, etc.) materials and equipment necessary for the job.

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage & a 401K plan with a 5% match, effective day one.
• Annual bonus and merit increase eligibility.
• Life insurance and short-term & long-term disability.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Free Employee Assistance Program & Headspace account.
• Reward & recognition programs, service awards, a great company culture, and a collaborative & flexible work environment.

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.