Requisition ID:  107513 

 

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People are the heart of our business. As an American Water employee, you will be offered a competitive salary and health benefits package, along with opportunities to develop, grow, and evolve your career.  Our benefits packages focus on key areas such as health & wellness, emotional & well-being, and savings for current & future goals.

 

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About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people across 14 regulated jurisdictions and 18 military installations. American Water’s 6,500 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.

As one of the fastest growing utilities in the U.S., American Water expects to invest $40 to $42 billion in infrastructure repairs and replacement, system resiliency and regulated acquisitions over the next 10 years. The company has a long-standing history of executing its core operations, aligned with sustainable best practices, through its commitments to safety, affordability, customer service, protecting the environment, an inclusive workforce and strengthening communities.

American Water has been recognized on the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index for the fifth consecutive year, ranked 18th on Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies 2023 List, earned the U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act designation and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s WaterSense® Excellence Award, among additional state, local and national recognitions.

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Illinois American Water is seeking a New Business Supervisor to join our operations and oversee our Central and Southern divisions. In this role, you will serve as the main point of contact for developers, as well as industry and commercial customers.  The New Business Supervisor will meet with customers, visit job sites, and collaborate with operational groups throughout the business. 

 

*Note that this role has the flexibility to report to our Belleville or Godfrey locations.

 

 

Position Details

Posted Range: $68,640-$114,660. 

 

The base salary range represents a good faith salary range for this position. This position is eligible for annual incentive pay and has the opportunity for continued salary growth. If you are hired at American Water your base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as market, geography, skills, education and/or experience. At American Water, we are committed to pay equity. In addition to compensation, you will be offered a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k),Defined Contribution Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, plus disability, paid time off, life insurance, voluntary benefits, health and wellness programs and much more! 

 

American Water is also proud to offer employees learning opportunities and work experiences to grow professionally! 

Primary Role

Supervise, coordinate and administer the new water and wastewater system construction programs.

Key Accountabilities Interface with developers, developer engineers/contractors, company engineers and operations associates and state/local regulatory bodies to ensure efficient and well coordinated installation of new water and wastewater projects. Review and approve new development plans to ensure the proposed system meets company and regulatory standards. Manage the developer-install and Company-install water and wastewater construction program for new developments. Ensure inspection during construction and that as-built information is recorded and tracked properly. Research and develop growth opportunities for the company and coordination of those opportunities. Coordinate with business development function and state operating company leadership regarding system growth opportunities.  Implement and foster the coaching and development of employees, including idea generation, within respective functional areas. Supports manger to ensure effective people management policies and practices are developed and implemented (e.g., time and attendance, workforce management, etc.) and ensure resources are developed and deployed appropriately. Continue to reinforce the importance of developing a diverse workforce. Work collaboratively with other functional leads to mitigate business risks. Knowledge/Skills Knowledge of Engineering principles related to water and wastewater system design and construction. Knowledge of underground construction. Knowledge of the regulated water/wastewater business within the region and the regulations impacting the business as well as applicable regulations, requirements, and trends within water/wastewater business. Knowledge of company policies and procedures and management theories, practices, and trends. Basic budgeting and utility accounting. Experience/Education Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Construction or Environmental Engineering preferred. Associates degree could be considered.  At least four (4) years professional experience in the water/wastewater field with at least two (2) years concentration in utility or land development work preferred. Work Schedule Full-time Monday-Friday, daylight hours Remote/Flex work option available Travel Requirements Approximately 10% local travel Competencies Champions safetyCollaboratesCultivates innovationCustomer obsessedDrives ResultsNimble learning

 

 

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