Water/Wastewater Construction Project Manager

American Water; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

American Water is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to oversee company funded small water and wastewater construction projects, ensuring service reliability, regulatory compliance, and adherence to company policies and laws. This role manages local capital projects from inception to completion and coordinates with asset owners and external partners.

You will lead budget planning, scheduling, permits, and cost forecasting, and demonstrate strong leadership and communication

Qualifications

• Requires a 2- or 4-year degree in a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in water and wastewater operations, maintenance and/or construction project management.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and control local construction within budget and schedules.
• Implement Capital Investment Management Quality Program and procedures within area.
• Manage capital projects from inception to completion, including justification, costs, delivery, and forecasting.
• Coordinate construction with internal asset owners, external contractors, suppliers, and consultants.
• Coordinate, track and forecast spend in multiple plant and building budgets.
• Obtain or coordinate permits, licenses, rights-of-way for construction within area.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Budgeting

Team building

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in a related technical discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint)

Job description

American Water is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to oversee company funded small water and wastewater construction projects, ensuring service reliability, regulatory compliance, and adherence to company policies and laws. This role manages local capital projects from inception to completion and coordinates with asset owners and external partners.

You will lead budget planning, scheduling, permits, and cost forecasting, and demonstrate strong leadership and communication