Primary Role

• Lead State and Military Services Group/Contract Services Group (MSG/CSG) operations in the state of Hawaii. 
• Responsible for business development, regulatory and community outreach work.
• Oversee operations and capital activities for groups of contracts for the Military Services Group or the Contract Services Group (MSG/CSG).
• Has ultimate responsibility and accountability for operational and capital success, capital program delivery, financial performance, contract compliance, and customer satisfaction across multiple operating locations in Hawaii.
• Primary responsibilities include managerial oversight and providing strategic leadership for the assigned project/operating locations in Hawaii.
  
  
  Posted Range: 
  
  $145,600 - $231,400 

Key Accountabilities

• Operate water/wastewater systems in compliance at all times.
• Lead business development efforts for regulated and non-regulated operations if needed.
• Interact with elected and appointed officials, PUC commissioners, community representatives.
• Deliver on AW system metrics.
• Manage the safe and reliable operations of water and wastewater utility systems.
•  Ensure public and employee safety in service delivery.
• Maintain compliance with environmental and safety regulations and ensure that operational integrity (quality, environment, reliability, health, safety, security, etc.) is maintained.
• Oversee the regional capital investment program (planning, procurement, delivery, close-out) to ensure that it meets the requirements and needs of the installation and other key stakeholders where applicable.
• Monitor and manage the capital program schedule and financial performance at regional level where applicable.
• Maintain contractual compliance.
• Achieve compliance with all contractual service delivery requirements and ensure compliance with all applicable federal contracting compliance and Department of Defense rules and regulations. (Military Service Group Only)
• Work with the federal government on contracting matters, including negotiating price and scope changes, and overseeing Contract Modifications. (Military Service Group Only)
• Lead employees and processes to achieve efficient operations and service excellence.
• Foster employee growth and development through guidance, training, coaching, and succession planning.
• Communicate regularly with employees. Ensure employee awareness of, and compliance with prescribed AW Policies and Procedures.
• Implement AW Employee performance management plans.
• Achieve approved financial targets, and financial reporting deadlines for operations, maintenance and capital construction programs.
• Develop corrective action plans for expense items that exceed budget, or revenue.

Knowledge/Skills

• Working knowledge of managing and implementing capital improvement programs.
• Working knowledge of water and wastewater system operations and maintenance requirements, including regulatory compliance.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills.
• Effective leadership and management. Demonstration of visible “leadership-by-example,” and values-based leadership.
• Strong IT skills - proficient in MS Office especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, and comfortable with integrating technology into operational and capital processes.
• Strong team leader and influencer with good relationship & networking skills.
• Effective communication skills written & oral.
• Process-orientation mindset, and comfortable with driving change management activities.
• Highly motivated, innovative, flexible & enthusiastic attitude.
• Ability to interact with a diverse range of individuals and possess excellent functional / technical skills.
• Negotiation skills and experience, preferably within the context of federal contracting.
• Strong public speaking experience.
• Ability to resolve complex issues, and achieve outcomes that effectively balance customer, company, and employee requirements.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex problems, beyond area of expertise to ensure safety, environmental, financial, regulatory compliance, personnel, governmental contracting, and individual base issues are addressed effectively.

Experience/Education

• BA/BS in Engineering, preferred or relevant equivalent experience.
• PE and/or water/wastewater operator license desired.
• 15+ years of management experience in Water/ Waste/Wastewater industry and business experience.
• Working experience with federal contract management and negotiation.
• Experience in contracts with the Department of Defense or other federal government agencies.

Travel Requirements

• 25 % across operating units and bases.

Scope

• This is a senior people leader role with a high degree of responsibility & accountability.

Key Relationships:

• Unions, PUC Commissioners and staff, community, local DOD.

Work Environment

• Standard office environment including operating plant visits.

Competencies