Job Information
American Water Enterprises Project Manager, Engineering in Norristown, Pennsylvania
Job Title: Project Manager, Engineering
Posting Start Date: 2/12/26
*Job Description: *
Primary Role
The Project Manager, Engineering is responsible for various project management activities and tasks for water and wastewater utility projects focused on engineering planning, design, bidding, and construction management, or other projects led by the engineering function relating to various aspects of the business.
This position is responsible for managing through an extended team the delivery of medium to small capital investment projectsfrom inception to completion, the size and importance of which have asignificant impact to company objectives related to production,Networks, and/or other water resource or operations systems.
Responsibilities may also include technical partnering and coordination with consulting engineers, technicians, analysts, and/or construction inspectors
Key Accountabilities
- Lead the preparation of technical, bidding and contractual documents associated with the delivery of capital investment projects. Develops technical information and concepts into feasible and effective engineering approaches
- Prepares engineering-led planning reports, data management projects, and/or other special projects focused on water and wastewater system operations and infrastructure management.
- Fosters strong working relationships with engineering firms, vendors, and contractors.
- Coordinate with field and contract personnel to ensure timely completion of assignments, within budget and adherence to standards.
- Ensure that scope and quality of work achieve the intent of all design concepts and company standards for capacity, performance, reliability, safety and regulatory compliance. Asset Owner satisfaction in accordance with the scope of work agreedupon for each project. Interacts with Operations personnel to ensureproject delivery program meets operations needs and is coordinated with operations personnel on operational impacts related to project delivery program.
- Establish project budgets / schedules and manage projects accordingly. Driving efficiency into project delivery through the monitoring ofdelivery metrics (unit costs, target costs vs. actual, etc.) and pursuitof more effective delivery and procurement approaches.
- Manage multiple projects and perform varied assignments associated with planning, design or construction.
- Develop technical information and concepts into feasible and effective project approaches.
- Any other special projects and tasks assigned by their team leads or managers
Knowledge/Skills
- Demonstrated knowledge of engineering design theory and practice, water resources, project management, construction and contract management, water and wastewater facilities and utility operations.
- Knowledge of current trends in water quality and treatment and other aspects of the water industry.
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements (commercial and environmental), industry standards, and trends impacting the water industry.
- Strong process, project, and program management skills.
- Sound business acumen and judgment.
- Effective quantitative and analytical skills; attention to detail.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills (e.g., report writing, listening, plan reading and creating, and presentation).
- Strong interpersonal skills (e.g., tact/diplomacy, persuasion, team building, cooperation, leadership, ability to motivate others.
Experience/Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, or related field; Combination of education and/or experience in related field in lieu of a Bachelor's degree will be considered
- With a bachelor's degree, 2-4 years' experience in project management focused on Engineering projects, Planning, Construction, Project delivery
- Without a bachelor's degree, a minimum of 8 years' experience i project management focused on Engineering projects, planning, construction, project delivery
- Water and/or wastewater experience is a plus.
Certifications & Licenses
Valid Driver's License
Travel Requirements
Up to 20%, as required
Work Environment
Primarily in the office with occasional work in the field at project sites or project meetings
Southeast Pennsylvania (flexible based on candidate location).
-Potential offices include:
- Reading area (Berks County)
- Norristown
- Coatesville
- Yardley
- Lancaster
Final office location may depend on candidate geography.