Project Engineer-Lead and Copper Program Manager (Water Utility)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: (Primary Duties and Responsibilities)

• Work with Construction, Data Management, Engineering, Maintenance, Metrology, New Business, Regulatory and Water Quality Teams to inventory and replace all lead and galvanized services throughout Aqua Pennsylvania’s service territory.
• Maintain collaboration, coordination and communication between Aqua internal teams, contractors and vendors.
• Development and implementation of investigation and replacement projects systematically. Bidding and awarding of replacement projects in accordance with engineering and construction standards. Contractor qualification reviews, facilitation of pre-bid/construction meetings, facilitation of public input meetings and assistance during construction. Strategic planning of future year projects.
• Seek governmental funding opportunities through Penn VEST for survey and replacement projects.
• Develop and implement a communication strategy for effected homeowners and municipalities where substantial work is taking place.
• Coordinate with Aqua PA Construction and Maintenance Divisions to confirm field conditions and proper coordination with existing Aqua projects.
• Ability to track and manage multiple projects concurrently throughout the state.
• Utilize and maintain On-Line Inventory Management System. Enter, track and update service line information, project status and yearly reporting (“Qlik/Procore”). Develop a process to investigate and correct existing incorrect service data.
• Work with the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PADEP), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and Pennsylvania Public Utilities Commission (PAPUC) to meet the requirements of the Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (LCRR), Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) and PAPUC Act 120. Attend necessary continuous education resources of the national and state regulatory requirements for lead and galvanized services.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function(s).

QUALIFICATIONS (Required Experience, Education, Licenses)

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Environmental Science or related field required.
• Must have the ability to represent the Company in an accurate, positive, and professional manner to the general public, contractors, vendors and Municipal Officers.
• Pennsylvania driver’s license and ability to operate Company vehicle is required.
• 2-5 years of experience within the Engineering/Environmental Science field

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: (Examples below)

• Knowledge of SAP preferred.
• Must have the ability to deal effectively with employees, local officials, regulatory agencies, customers, and the public.
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A team player able to work effectively in a team fostered multi-tasking environment.                       

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Perform sedentary work- exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.                       
• Working conditions include frequent travel within the state and to work sites across Aqua
• Travel Requirement – 30%

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.