Manager Infrastructure Engineering Utility

Veolia; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Veolia is seeking a senior project leader to manage capital programs for water and wastewater assets, from inception through completion. You will coordinate engineering, operations, and procurement to deliver projects on time and within budget.

The role requires strong leadership, 7–8 years in utility design/construction, and a PE license (or ability to obtain). PMP is a plus; travel to sites is expected as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field.
• 7–8 years of experience managing utility design and construction projects.
• Experience leading and managing teams.
• Experience developing and adhering to budgets and schedules for multiple complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage $20M-$50M of water/wastewater programs annually.
• Lead cross-functional teams including Engineering and Operations.
• Develop project plans, permitting, and internal funding approvals.
• Develop and review engineering drawings and permit submissions with direct reports.
• Oversee consultants and ensure standard details are followed.
• Provide monthly reports on financial and project progress.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Budget & schedule management

Communication

Hydraulic principles

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

WaterGEMS

Hydraulic modeling software

Job description

Position Purpose

This position is responsible for managing all activities related to the successful design and delivery of capital programs associated with linear assets, from inception to completion.

The candidate works closely with Engineering and Operations personnel, managing and coordinating program activities utilizing a cross‑functional team approach.

The candidate works to ensure Asset Owner satisfaction by delivering projects in accordance with the success criteria defined in the project plan (i.e. operational performance, budget, schedule, regulatory compliance, etc.).

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage $20M-$50M of water/wastewater programs annually, including:
  • Project identification and priority evaluation.
  • Development of the project plans, required permitting and internal funding approvals.
  • Development and review of engineering drawings and permit submissions with direct reports.
  • Management and oversight of consultants.
• Development and implementation of standard details.
• Manage the development of technical, bidding and contractual documents in accordance with corporate engineering guidelines.
• Ensure corporate Technical and Environmental Health and Safety/Security standards are incorporated into the design specifications.
• Work directly with the Operations group to understand their needs in meeting operational, compliance, and health & safety goals.
• Coordinate with the Asset Management department and hydraulic Modeler to identify projects, evaluate priority, and assure the focus of capital project planning meets the medium and long‑term system needs.
• Provide support to construction management personnel to ensure sufficient resources, budget compliance and adherence to applicable standards.
• Drive efficiency into project delivery through the monitoring of delivery metrics and utilization of alternate procurement and delivery methods.
• Provide monthly reports to management regarding the financial and progress status of capital projects and issues affecting project performance.
• Provide technical expertise on engineering and operational issues and support facility condition assessments for our water/wastewater operations.
• Ability to work transversally with corporate and local business units.
• Effectively manages 2 – 6 direct report personnel.

Work Environment

• Successful candidates must be willing to travel to the various business unit sites as per job requirements.

Qualifications

Education/Experience/Background

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field, commensurate experience may be considered.
• Minimum 7‑8 years of experience managing utility design and construction projects (Water/Wastewater experience a plus).
• Experience leading and managing teams.
• Experience developing and adhering to budgets and schedules for multiple complex projects including budget management, and ongoing assessment of project risks/opportunities.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Proficient in Utility infrastructure/distribution and appurtenance design.
• Strong project management skills (initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling and closing).
• Understanding of hydraulic principals regarding pressurized utility systems.
• Strong communication, presentation and reporting skills.
• Ability to manage several small and mid‑size projects simultaneously.
• Proficient in hydraulic modeling software preferred but not required (WaterGEMS or similar).

Required Certification/Licenses/Training

• Professional Engineer License (PE) or the ability to obtain as needed.
• PMP certification is a plus.

Benefits

Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.