Engineering Design Manager Go Back Company: Golden State Water Company Job Location: Anaheim, CA Salary Range:   Salary based on qualifications Job Category: Water Utility - Management Job Responsibilities: Golden State Water Company (GSWC), operates over 40 water systems in the State of California, has an annual capital budget of approximately $65 M. The Design Center of GSWC is located in Anaheim, CA. The Engineering Design Team is responsible for completing the designs of all the water supply and water distribution projects. Accountability: As a skilled and responsible professional, the Engineering Design Manager has the overall responsibility of managing available resources for the completion of design projects. The incumbent must work independently, exercise initiative and judgment in the performance of a broad range of responsibilities, including the ability to communicate with a diverse group of employees to ensure understanding of engineering design goals and objectives and organizational policies and procedures. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Implements company strategic plan goals and objectives related to the engineering design functions. • Manage and mentor engineering design staff, assign work and evaluate performance. • Manage internal and external resources (consultants) towards the completion of design projects. • Work closely with operations, customer service staff and water quality staff to ensure project objectives are achieved. • Work closely with Engineering Planning Department to develop and implement the Capital Improvement Program. • Work closely with Technical Services Department to ensure GSWC design standards and operational strategies are implemented through the design process. • Reviews and approves all conceptual designs, preliminary plans, final plans, specifications, and operational memos for all water supply and water distribution projects. • Monitors and control design project schedules and budgets. Implements corrective actions when needed. • Represents Company in public settings with respect to engineering projects. Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited college is required. • Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California is required. • Ten years of progressively responsible design and project management experience is required. • Five years of supervisory experience is required. • Experience in performing routine to highly complex work in the areas of water supply and water distribution is strongly preferred. • Strong oral and written communication skills. • May include but not limited to standing, walking, bending, pulling and/or pushing, grasping, lifting, reaching, stooping and crouching, color determination, typing, sitting, reading, speaking and listening. Qualities of a Successful Engineering Design Manager: • Flexible, thoughtful, accountable, and passionate about work • Highly organized • Goal driven • Approachable and willingness to be a mentor • Ability to lead • Ability to solve problems • Ability to make independent sound decisions in a timely manner TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE AND COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS Computer: Proficient in Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint and other applicable software. Knowledgeable in AutoCAD and hydraulic models. Communication: Good communication skills via telephone, e-mails, technical writing, meetings and presentation are essential. Engineering: Strong knowledge in water supply and distribution design principles; Project Management: Ability to control project budgets and schedules, identify problems and implement corrective actions. Additional Information Our most important asset is our employees. We offer a generous benefit package that includes: • Defined pension • Full-dollar matching on our 401K plan to 4.5% • Medical, dental, vision • Paid tuition and certification programs • Development through various internal programs Application Deadline:  Open until filled Contact Information: Apply for these positions online at www.aswater.com. Click on Careers. Name: Golden State Water Company E-mail: Phone: Fax: Address: Company Web address:  www.aswater.com