Manager, Capital Delivery Construction

California Water Service

Job Description :

The Manager, Capital Delivery Construction has statewide responsibility for construction phase management of projects supporting Cal Water's Engineering, Capital Delivery team whose primary function is to provide engineering services and support to safely execute high quality capital projects on scope, schedule, and budget. This Manager establishes and maintains the overall policies, functions, processes, procedures, tools, and responsibilities for successful oversight of capital projects during the construction phase. The Manager works with the project team to evaluate and determine the construction management needs for projects, coordinates the staffing for and oversees activities during construction to consistently ensure proactive project management in construction and ensure high quality projects in compliance with plans and specifications and that meet the needs of operations. The Manager is also responsible for facilitating design phase support functions such as constructability reviews of project designs, participation in value engineering sessions, leading construction training / development and playing a role in the continued refinement of standard plans, specifications and construction contracts. This position may be located in Chico, San Jose, Bakersfield or Torrance, and will oversee these functions primarily throughout California but also support Hawaii, Washington, New Mexico and Texas as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Establishes and maintains construction phase policies, functions, processes, procedures, tools, and responsibilities for successful oversight of capital projects in construction

Establishes and maintains construction phase key performance indicators (KPIs) and reports on capital program performance in the construction phase

Manages staff (initially 2 direct reports), including prioritizing and assigning work, conducting performance evaluations, overseeing training and development, and making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations

Oversees and maintains a diverse team of external construction managers from various construction management firms throughout the state and works continuously with procurement and other departments to ensure healthy pool of vendors to address anticipated construction oversight needs

Evaluates and determines the construction phase oversight needs for projects, coordinates the staffing for and oversees activities during construction to ensure high-quality projects that are in compliance with plans and specifications and meet the needs of operations

Works with district inspection staff and electrical mechanical technicians (EMTs) to support the projects as needed

Responsible for facilitating constructability reviews of project designs and maintaining constructability review criteria

Leads construction phase lessons learned identification, tracking and supports implementation by the appropriate stakeholder(s) to address

Leads construction training / development of engineering department staff on construction project best practices

Continuously reviews and supports the refinement of standard plans, specifications, and construction contracts

Develops new tools, templates, and procedures to enhance the delivery of projects in the construction phase

Ensures that all work is performed in a safe manner and as required by the state, county, and other governing agencies

Participates in the development of long-range vision, mission, and strategic planning processes for Capital Delivery and Project Support Services

Performs other duties as assigned, as appropriate for the classification

Performs work on-site in the assigned office location

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Bachelor of Science degree (4 years) in Engineering, Construction Management or related field from an accredited college or university. An Engineer in Training certificate from the applicable state would be considered equivalent to graduation

California Professional Engineering (PE) License

Three years of progressive public works or water utility construction experience with emphasis on construction management and inspection

Valid California Driver's License

State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Grade II and Water Treatment Operator Grade II certifications, desirable

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification desirable

Certified Construction Manager (CCM) Certification desirable

Knowledge of supervisory principles, practices, and techniques

Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office applications to create spreadsheets, presentations, and Word documents

Knowledge and understanding of basic accounting and financial principles

Excellent interpersonal communication, and change management skills

Ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of employees and management

Ability to understand and write policies, procedures, and instructions

Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines

Ability to communicate and maintain effective working relationships with outside contractors, vendors, consultants, regulators, and staff in districts, departments, and engineering

Proven ability to lead, manage, and motivate employees

Demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service

Demonstrated problem-solving and troubleshooting skill

Demonstrated organizational and time management skills

Flexible and able to prioritize work

Salary Range : $125,090 - $232,310

Deadline to submit resume is Tuesday, October 21, 2025

The Equal Opportunity Policy of the Company is based upon the philosophy that all people should be treated fairly and with dignity. California Water Service, Hawaii Water Service, New Mexico Water Serviceand Washington Water Servicedo not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected class. The Company makes all employment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner. EOE, VET, DISABILITIES.