Senior Manager, Field Operations

Posted on Aug 18, 2022
Virginia American Water is seeking a Senior Manager for Field Operations
Diversity of backgrounds, ideas, thoughts, and experiences is vital to our culture and the way we do business.  Creating an environment where differences are embraced and where every person feels engaged and included makes us safer, stronger, and more successful.
 
With a history dating back to 1886, American Water (NYSE:AWK) is the largest and most geographically diverse U.S. publicly traded water and wastewater utility company.  The company employs more than 6,400 dedicated professionals who provide regulated and regulated-like drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people in 24 states.  American Water provides safe, clean, affordable, and reliable water services to our customers to help keep their lives flowing.  For more information, visit amwater.com and diversityataw.com.  Follow American Water on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
 
PLEASE NOTE:  In order for American Water to evaluate decisions about new regulations, reintegration, and safe operating practices, all employees are required to report their vaccination status.
 
Primary Role
Direct the development, management, and operation of the facilities and personnel of the state district engaged in the functional area of water and wastewater operations.
 
Key Accountabilities
  • Develop operations strategies and direct and manage the field operations and production for water and wastewater operations within the state/state district.
  • Implement best operating practices to promote continuous improvement, innovation, and excellent customer service.
  • Ensure that operational integrity is maintained, including regulatory compliance in all facilities.
  • Provide strategic and operational input to annual business plans, control budgets for responsible areas, and ensure that operational and financial targets are met or exceeded. 
  • Lead, motivate and develop staff in assigned operations areas.
  • Build shared commitment to improving business performance and develop both individual and team capabilities.
  • Drive performance by linking business units' objectives to company goals and values.
  • Communicate a shared vision, energize, and empower staff, and champion diversity. 
  • Work with the state president and engineering staff to develop the strategy and priorities for capital investment programs and drive the effective implementation of such programs. 
  • Support the business development function within the state.
  • Assist in due diligence and operational analysis and ensure effective integration and performance of acquisitions and contract operations. 
  • Establish relationships with and serve as operational contact for political and civic leaders and other key external stakeholders.
  • Support and assist the state president in maintaining and enhancing such relationships state-wide. 
 
Knowledge/Skills
  • Demonstrated competency in asset planning, water and wastewater system comprehensive master planning, distribution system hydraulic modeling or equivalent water / wastewater system design experience.
  • Broad knowledge of Engineering (planning, design, and construction) related to water or wastewater facilities. Working knowledge of regulatory developments, new technology and current trends in water quality, treatment, and Engineering economics.
  • Applicable knowledge of water resources industry, business, and environmental regulatory field.
 
Experience/Education
  • Bachelors or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 5-10 years of relevant experience.
  • Valid driver's license and the ability to pass a motor vehicle background check
 
Travel Requirements
  • Intrastate travel
 
Work Environment
  • Indoor and outdoor environment
 
Competencies
Champions safety
Collaborates
Cultivates innovation
Customer obsessed
Drives Results
Nimble learning
 
Apply online at www.amwater.com/careers  Requisition # 103542
 
 
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American Water is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because they are an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.
 
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