Engineering Project Specialist

American Water Co.; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading utility company dedicated to providing safe and reliable water services. As an Engineering Project Specialist, you'll play a vital role in supporting project managers and ensuring the successful execution of water resource projects. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where your contributions will directly impact the community. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, the company fosters a culture where every employee is valued. If you're passionate about engineering and project management, this role is your chance to make a difference in the lives of millions while advancing your career in a supportive atmosphere.

Benefits

competitive salary

health benefits package

career development opportunities

wellness programs

Qualifications

• 2 years’ experience in project management or engineering.
• Associate’s degree required; Bachelor's preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing water resource projects and capital programs.
• Coordinate data requests and maintain project documentation.
• Support engineering teams with data quality assurance.

Skills

InVision application

eBuilder application

engineering design theory

project management

construction management

water resources knowledge

analytical skills

communication skills

interpersonal skills

Education

Associate’s degree in Applied Science

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

data analysis tools

Job description

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Company: American Water Works Company Inc

Requisition ID: 107505

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!

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, we keep life flowing by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people across 14 regulated jurisdictions and 18 military installations.

American Water has been recognized on the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index for the fifth consecutive year, ranked 18th on Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies 2023 List, earned the U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act designation and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s WaterSense Excellence Award, among additional state, local and national recognitions.

The Engineering Project Specialist is responsible for assisting engineering project managers in coordinating and administering design and construction of water resource projects, and support capital teams on tasks related to tracking and management of the overall capital program. Duties include all or part of the following: data input/analysis for department processes and report generation; capital project spend tracking; fixed asset and job cost order processing; expense spend tracking; inventory control, asset records management; preparation and maintenance of documentation, general support and administration of projects and department needs, and special projects.

Key Accountabilities

• Assist capital program management and project management teams in the implementation and administration of the InVision & eBuilder applications.
• Assist the engineering team in various data quality assurance activities such as data formatting, data quality control and data/file uploading to various enterprise systems.
• Assist in the management and tracking of the electrical safety program.
• Assist in tracking recommendations from our property insurer and the resolution of issues.
• Support the engineering function to drive completion of established initiatives.
• Coordination of data requests from and to the business.
• Effectively coordinate and administer functional support work processes for activities including design, project delivery and construction for varying water resource system projects.
• Input and analyze data for department work processes, business systems and reports. Prepare variance reports as required.
• Assist in preparation of documents related to the capital program budget. Assist in monitoring expenditures to budget according to the Capital Program Management policies and procedures.
• Prepare and analyze or contribute to department or functional key performance indicator reports.
• Support the management and appropriate record retention of files, records, drawings, reports, maps, charts, budgets, and other data related to engineering and construction projects.

Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of InVision application preferred.
• Knowledge of eBuilder application preferred.
• General knowledge of engineering design theory and practice, project management, construction and contract management, water resources, water/wastewater facilities and/or utility operations.
• Sound business acumen and judgment.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
• Effective quantitative and analytical skills; attention to detail.
• Effective 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).

Experience/Education

• Associate’s degree in Applied Science, Project Management, Engineering, or Engineering Technology. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Additional relevant work experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
• 2 years’ experience.

Travel Requirements

• Up to 10%, as required.
• Primarily indoor office environment with occasional work in the field.

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.