Superintendent, Operations

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About the position

American Water is currently seeking a Superintendent, Operations for our Illinois territory. In this role you will direct the day-to-day management, development and operations of the facilities and personnel of the Company engaged in the functional area of water and/or wastewater operations.

Responsibilities

  • Assists in planning regional construction, operations, and maintenance within established budget limitations. (10%)
  • Lead the implementation of standards, targets, policies, and plans to ensure the continuing and increasing operational efficiency, effectiveness, and profitability. (10%)
  • Ensure that operational integrity (quality, environment, reliability, health, safety, security, etc.) is maintained. (10%)
  • Controls materials through the preparation and recommendation of economic and efficient programs to meet cost effective solutions to meet customers’ expectations and technical requirements and to encourage best practice and innovation throughout all operational areas (10%)
  • Involved in establishing and managing personal relationships and rapports with political, civic and key stakeholders within area of responsibility. Could interface with regulatory entities and represent company positions at regulatory proceedings and hearings (10%)
  • Execute effective reporting processes. Provide analysis and support to managers with information required for various reports, budgets, and business plans (10%)
  • Implement and foster the coaching and development of employees, including idea generation, within respective functional areas
  • Supports the Business Development function in the operational analysis pricing and integration of water and wastewater business opportunities in both the regulated and non-regulated markets
  • Supports manager 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
  • Works collaboratively with other functional leads to mitigate business risks.
  • Involved in establishing and managing personal relationships and rapports with political, civic and key stakeholders within area of responsibility. Could interface with regulatory entities and represent company positions at regulatory proceedings and hearings (40%)

Requirements

  • 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
  • Expert knowledge of process and operational areas
  • Bachelor’s Degree in operational discipline, management, or related technical discipline or equivalent experience
  • Three (3) years managing operational areas and operating units, and managing and meeting performance targets

Nice-to-haves

  • B or above water license preferred
  • Wastewater 2 or above license preferred

Benefits

  • health benefits package
  • opportunities to develop, grow, and evolve your career
  • benefits packages focus on key areas such as health & wellness, emotional & well-being, and savings for current & future goals
  • 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!
  • learning opportunities and work experiences to grow professionally!
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