Senior Capital Program Supervisor (8E.24) - American States Water Company

Through its wholly owned subsidiaries, American States Utility Services, Inc. contracts with the federal government to provide water and wastewater services that include operating, maintaining, renewing, replacing, and constructing new systems on military installations throughout the United States. The installations where we presently operate are home to nearly 350,000 military and civilian personnel and families.

We proudly deliver these vital services to military installations in Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas (including southeastern New Mexico), Virginia, Florida, Kansas, and Massachusetts.

Serving those who serve.

United States Veterans, Reservists, National Guard Members, and Military Spouses encouraged to apply.

POSITION SUMMARY:
The incumbent in this position shall be responsible for the oversight of a wide variety of capital improvement projects or assignments, including those that are large, strategic or complex in nature, in the field of water and wastewater engineering and construction. This includes all aspects of public and private water supply, treatment and distribution systems and wastewater collections and treatment systems, including asset management, capital planning, project and construction management, business development and issues relating to operations and maintenance. The incumbent, may serve in a supervisory role, if required to do so will be responsible for other positions related to the execution of the capital construction projects for which they are assigned.

ACCOUNTABILITY:
The Senior Capital Program Supervisor reports to the Utility Manager or Design and Capital Program Manager who is accountable for the capital program, including regulatory and contract compliance, budget, planning, design, and construction. The Senior Capital Program Supervisor is accountable for overseeing all activities concerned with the delivery of multiple capital construction projects from inception to completion, including those which are large and/or complex in nature. The Senior Capital Program Supervisor may have multiple staff assigned to supervise and therefore be responsible for staff performance. The Senior Capital Program Supervisor will also ensure the implementation of Company Standards and Specifications applicable to the range of projects and programs to be administered by the Company.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Manages the entirety of an assigned capital program
• Manage and provide capital program strategic planning for water & sewer system improvements required to sustain and improve company operations, including long term capital investment, operations and maintenance objectives and annual engineering functional business
• Ensures a rigorous and robust process to assist operations in asset planning and drives capital program management at local subsidiary. Responsible for systems investment appraisal decisions, balancing both financial and operational risks
• Responsible for entire capital program at assigned subsidiary, to include budgeting, forecasting, staffing, capital project assignments and management, new business pursuits and development.
• Responsible for identifying, planning, submitting and marketing future capital upgrade proposals, including non-UP opportunities.
• Liaison with DPW and other departments and agencies as necessary to process and secure Installation approvals for capital construction projects and five year capital improvement plan
• Develops and participates in projects which reduce costs and improve the level of service provided, and proactively explores, evaluates and implements the integration of new technology and/or methods in order to enhance utility operation
• Proactively explores, evaluates, initiates and develops expansion of company operations through acquisitions and management contracts
• Directs successful management of government funded projects, including schedule, budgets and quality of work
• Manages capital staff performance and coaches and counsels individuals through an effective performance appraisal and development program to ensure their continued professional development
• Responsible to ensure all capital improvement projects or assignments in accordance with sound construction principals and practice, safety regulations, company policies, procedures, guidelines or standards, and sound industry practice, including complete contact and regulatory compliance
• Responsible for overseeing, developing, and executing capital improvement master plans, to include the annual Five Year Capital Plan
• Develops detailed project scope, budget and schedule. Undertakes project management, execution, monitoring and reporting in accordance with the established scope, budget and schedule
• Comprehensive interaction and communication with internal and external project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle to ensure that the end solution and delivery method addresses stakeholder needs
• Employs a team and consensus building approach and a proactive issue identification and resolution process to improve project delivery performance and the success of the end result
• Responsible for completing project Risk Management reports to include updating of these reports throughout the project life, as well as ensuring that Capital Project Teams are familiar with these reports and are monitoring compliance
• Professional management and contract administration of third party providers of services and goods including engineering and environmental consultants, land surveyors, construction contractors, material and equipment vendors, materials testing and inspection firms, etc.
• Represent the Company in meetings, workshops, conferences, negotiations, legal filings, or public hearings with customers, rate making bodies, environmental agencies, state or local permitting agencies, and professional or industry organizations
• Contribute to effective communication by listening and providing constructive feedback; supporting the creation of an open and honest work environment; cascading and sharing knowledge and information relevant to other members of the team and colleagues across the business
• Approves vendor, consultant and contractor payment requests
• Coordinates internal and external resources towards the completion of assigned capital projects while working closely with and balancing the needs of operations, customer service, engineering design, and water quality functions and schedules
• Plans, directs, assigns, reviews and evaluates the work of capital staff
• Coordinates field changes with appropriate operations and/or engineering staff
• Prepares, and presents to senior management and/or board of directors, periodic reports on progress of capital program
• Strong working knowledge of principles and practices of project management, construction management, planning, budgeting, quality control, and 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
• Knowledge of fire department and other local agency regulations as they pertain to the construction and installation of water supply and distribution and wastewater conveyance projects
• Analyze data on project budgets and schedules and identify and implement corrective actions when needed
• Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; make effective professional presentations to a wide variety of audiences, such as government representatives, community groups, schools, businesses and public commissions
• Ensure that all assigned project construction is installed per applicable state and federal environmental regulations; project sites are compliant with OSHA
standards and the ASUS Health and Safety Plan, and risks mitigated to prevent non-compliance with either.
• Write and create technical specifications and reports as required
• Successfully complete relevant training curricula about capital improvement programs to improve and maintain professional competency
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with ASUS leadership team, other ASUS business units, subordinate staff, peers, professional associates and with client/customers
• Performs other duties as assigned in line with overall ASUS goals, strategies related to the operations & capital improvement

The above job description is not intended to be, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills or competencies associated with this job.

MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
▪ Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering OR Bachelor’s Degree in construction management OR closely related field; or two years as a Capital Program Supervisor
▪ Must possess or obtain project management certification by the Project Management Institute (PMI) or the American Academy of Project Management (AAPM) or approved equal certification or Professional Engineering license in the state practicing within first year employment.
▪ Minimum ten years of relevant experience in project management, construction management and/or public utility projects
▪ Minimum four years of relevant supervisory experience
▪ Proficient in the use of computerized office equipment and programs: MS Office, MS Windows, Adobe products, Web Based Learning, e-Builder, and other applicable software
▪ Strong oral and written communication and analytical skills; Ability to speak, understand, read and write English; grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation required
▪ Knowledge of Army Corps of Engineer, DOD , NAVFAC, and the local subsidiary base processes and procedures are highly desirable
▪ Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License issued by the state where employed
▪ Must take and pass Federal OSHA and/or State Mandated Safety training with annual refresher courses as required by the associated regulations for this position. Such training will be provided by company and compliance is mandatory
▪ Demonstrated pursuit of educational and professional development to enhance knowledge, performance and contributions to the organization
▪ Must be willing to travel as required for ASUS, project and/or program needs.

QUALITIES OF A SUCCESSFUL SENIOR CAPITAL PROGRAM SUPERVISOR:
• Trustworthy; strong personal integrity
• Demonstrates strong levels of accountability and ownership, goal driven
• Collaborative/team-oriented, approachable
• Organized with strong attention to detail and time management skills
• Exhibits professionalism with internal and external contacts
• Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information
• Flexible, thoughtful, accountable, and passionate about work Strong leadership, ability and interpersonal skills
• Detail oriented
• Strong written and oral communication skills; able to express ideas, thoughts, suggestions in a concise, tactful manner
• Excellent customer service support and interventions with a ‘can-do’ attitude
• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Effective management skills
• Strong quantitative, analytical and financial skills
• Ability to make independent sound decisions in a timely manner

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS MAY INCLUDE:
May include but not limited to standing, climbing, walking, lifting up to 30 lbs., bending, pulling and/or pushing, grasping, reaching, stooping and crouching, sitting, typing, walking, reading, writing, color determination, speaking and listening for extended periods of time.

BENEFITS

Our Company supports our employees with rich benefit programs and resources to help them thrive today and prepare for tomorrow.  Benefit options include medical, dental, and vision plans with the Company currently paying 85% of the monthly premium for employees and their eligible dependents.  We also offer paid vacation and sick time and twelve Company paid holidays per year.  To help our employees plan for the future, we offer both a 401(k) retirement plan as well as a Defined Contribution Profit Sharing retirement plan.  Additional benefits include life, AD&D, and LTD insurance as well as health savings account and flexible spending plans.

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws.  Multiple factors are used to determine the actual starting rate of pay for all of our positions, including specific skills, years of experience, education, certification(s), and other job related factors.

U.S. Citizenship is required pursuant to our contract with the federal government.

The responsibilities of this position will involve access to information that may be considered confidential, private and sensitive. Therefore, the individual filling this position will be required to both allow and pass a background check.

NOTE: Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with special needs to perform the essential functions.