Lead Project Delivery Engineer; Water Resources

Lead Project Delivery Engineer (Water Resources)

Salary Range: $101,490 - $137,380

Benefits include 401(k), Defined Contribution Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, disability, paid time off, life insurance, voluntary benefits, health and wellness programs and more.

This position plans, coordinates and directs resources for the delivery of capital projects in the Northern Divisions of Illinois that deliver nearly $40 million in engineering‑lead water and wastewater projects annually. It also involves regulatory compliance projects and acquisition due‑diligence.

• Monitor and manage budgets and schedules for medium‑to‑small Capital Investment Projects and programs.
• Drive efficiency in project delivery through monitoring of delivery metrics and pursue more effective procurement approaches.
• Deliver assigned Capital Projects in accordance with CIM system policies and procedures.
• Ensure asset owner satisfaction according to the scope of work agreed upon.
• Coordinate with Operations personnel for operational impacts related to project delivery.
• Collaborate with Technical Services functions regarding standards and requirements.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory criteria, specifications, and standards; coordinate land acquisition, easements, rights‑of‑way, permits, certificates, and other approvals.

• Strong process, project, and program management skills.
• Strong quantitative skills (analytical, technical, problem‑solving).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills (persuasion, negotiation, listening, cooperation, tact).
• Leadership presence and ability to interact with senior management and stakeholders.
• Ability to influence across the organization and drive operational work.
• Financial analysis skill, including budget management and basic accounting knowledge.
• General knowledge of engineering, project management, construction practices related to water‑resources facilities.
• Knowledge of current water‑quality, treatment, and regulatory developments.
• Knowledge of applicable state and federal regulations.
• Knowledge of safety and environmental regulations relevant to water quality and design.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 13 years of experience in project delivery of major water‑resources projects.
• Advanced degrees or certifications may substitute for experience.

Periodic travel with overnight stays required; up to 20%.

• Engineer‑in‑training (EIT) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certifications strongly preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.

Primarily office with occasional local and overnight field work.

• Champions safety
• Customer obsessed
• Cultivates innovation
• Nimble learning
• Drives results
• Collaborates

American Water is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.