Project Engineer II (73.22)
Company: American States Water
Location: Rancho Cordova
Posted on: March 19, 2023
Job Description:
Golden State Water Company is one of the largest investor-owned
water utilities in the United States. We have been all about water
for more than 80 years. Our team of professionals delivers
reliable, quality water and great service to customers in 75
communities across California.
Accountability:
The Project Engineer II reports to the Capital Program Engineer who
is accountable for ensuring the delivery and completion of capital
projects on time and within budget. The Project Engineer II is
accountable for delivering assigned projects on time and within
budget and for coordinating pre-construction, construction and
commissioning activities with Operations, Environmental Quality,
and Asset Management departments to minimize disruptions to core
business activities and to deliver projects that meet the needs of
front-line utility personnel.
Job Summary:
The Project Engineer II, serving in a high level support role, and
working independently on multiple projects, is accountable for the
delivery and completion of capital projects on time and within
budget. May be required to provide limited supervision and/or
direction of support staff. May also report directly to the Capital
Program Manager on specific projects. Represents GSWC through
communications with City, County and other government agencies and
other utilities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Oversees construction of multiple capital projects for the
regulated utilities of American States Water including Golden State
Water.
- Works independently on smaller projects when required.
- Coordinates internal and external resources towards the
completion of assigned capital projects while balancing the needs
of operations and customer service functions and schedules.
- Prioritizes assigned capital projects within area of
responsibility.
- Prepares and monitors and reports on project schedules and
budgets and implements corrective actions when needed.
- Monitors quality control and inspection activities on assigned
projects and implements corrective actions when required.
- Coordinates field changes with appropriate engineering
staff.
- Prepares and presents to supervisor periodic reports on
progress of assigned capital projects. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree in civil, mechanical, electrical or
environmental engineering OR bachelors degree in construction
management or a closely related field.
- Registration as a Professional Engineer in the state the
individual is assigned OR Project management certification by the
Project Management Institute (PMI) or the American Academy of
Project Management (AAPM) strongly preferred.
- Two years of construction management experience on public works
or public utility projects.
- Knowledge of and experience using project management software
(particularly MS Project) preferred.
- Experience with PowerPlan fixed assets software and JD Edwards
accounting software package a plus.
- Strong oral and written communication and analytical
skills.
- May include but not limited to standing, walking, bending,
pulling and/or pushing, grasping, lifting, reaching, climbing,
stooping and crouching, color determination, typing, sitting,
reading, writing, speaking and listening, for extended periods on
time. Qualities of a Successful Project Engineer:
-
- Flexible, thoughtful, accountable, and passionate about
work
- Willingness to learn
- Excellent customer service support and interventions with a
'can-do' attitude
- Highly organized
- Goal driven
- Approachable
- Ability to make independent sound decisions in a timely manner.
TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE AND COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
- Web Based Learning, Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint
and other applicable software.
- Working Knowledge: Principles and practices of project
management, construction management, planning, and budgeting, safe
work practices; familiarity with meeting the requests of the
regulators that provide oversight of utilities and their projects,
including utility commissions or boards, health service departments
and various federal and state agencies, plus knowledge of fire
department and other local agency regulations as they pertain to
the construction and installation of water supply and distribution
projects.
- Ability to: Analyze data on project budgets and schedules and
identify corrective actions; communicate clearly and concisely,
orally and in writing; make effective, professional presentations;
write and create technical publications; establish and maintain
effective working relationships with peers, professional associates
and with the general public.
Golden State Water Company is an Affirmative Action/Equal
Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, colors,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Keywords: American States Water, Rancho Cordova , Project Engineer II (73.22), Engineering , Rancho Cordova, California
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