Administrator II, Capital Projects

Administrator II, Capital Projects

LU Service Corp.

Litchfield Park, AZ, US, 85340

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN), parent company of Liberty, is a diversified international generation, transmission, and distribution utility. AQN is committed to providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy and water solutions through our portfolio of utility investments to over one million customer connections, largely in the United States and Canada.

At Algonquin, our vision is to be the most trusted utility service provider in North America - a premium regulated utility, known for our customer focus, commitment to sustainability, and strong community partnerships. Our employees are at the heart of that vision. We believe that when people are empowered to learn, grow, and contribute their ideas, we can achieve remarkable results together.

We are building a culture that values integrity, inclusivity, and innovation. By joining Algonquin, you'll be part of a team that is shaping the future of energy and water, while creating long-term value for our customers, communities, employees, and shareholders.

Purpose

Under moderate supervision, this position is responsible for providing engineering support in the Liberty Utilities water operations, including administrating capital project costs and fixed asset/GIS documentation and maintaining other capital project documentation. This support may include aiding in water system master planning and administration of various construction projects.

• Intermediate experience in Excel is required.

Accountabilities

• Assists in project cost administration and fixed asset allocations, maintaining project documentation and operations and maintenance records.
• Assists in the construction of projects by ordering materials and services and maintains records for capital project files.
• Assists in the preparation of letters, memoranda, reports, project specifications, and other written communication.
• Assists with the preparation and tracking of capital budgets.
• Assists in the creation and maintenance of facility system maps and facility management systems.
• Updates Fixed Asset and GIS databases and utilizes those systems to provide data and analyses for others.
• Assists in the timely collection and processing of as-built documentation for construction projects.
• Executes work with new technology requiring technical knowledge of SAP EAM, DDS and GIS.

Education and Experience

• Three to five years of technical experience in a water utility or other related field is required.
• An Associate's degree in a related field is preferred.
• Experience with construction administration for an investor-owned utility is preferred.
• General knowledge of accounting, project management and construction management practices is preferred.
• Knowledge and use of personal computers and moderate skills in word processing and spreadsheet software are mandatory.
• Experience in Microsoft Office products is required.
• Experience and skills with Geographic Information System (GIS) software is preferred.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to communicate in English with others including internal and external customers under normal and adverse conditions are required.
• Possess effective interpersonal skills and be able to work with people at all levels of the organization.
• Maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with those contacted during work, including supervisors, coworkers, customers, regulators, and the public.
• Meet established goals and deadlines with moderate supervision.
• Be able to exercise independent judgment, discretion, professionalism, and tact in all areas of work including matters of a sensitive and/or confidential nature.
• Have good organizational, problem-solving, and math skills.
• Able to work independently and function in a team environment.
• Have ability to take direction, be a self-starter, and self-motivated.
• Prioritize and organize multiple assignments with limited time constraints and changing requirements.
• Be able to work weekends, holidays, and extra time as required.
• Must possess a driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Be able to travel for business.

Our purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in everything we do as a business and as an employee team.

As the successful candidate

Our Mission

We provide safe, secure, reliable, cost-effective and sustainable energy and water solutions. Our mission is how we create value as an organization-it is what drives us every day to fulfill our purpose.

Our Vision

We better the lives of our customers and communities. Our vision is what we see as possible. It's where we aspire to be, what we want to achieve and how we'll make an impact. It guides and keeps us on the right path as we work towards fulfilling our purposes.

Our Guiding Principles

• Customer Centric
• Integrity
• Entrepreneurial
• Teamwork
• Owner mindset
• Outcome focused
• Continuous learning

What we offer

Collaborative environment with a genuine flexible working policy

401k Plan with matching

Share purchase/match plan

Leadership Development Program

Volunteer paid days off

Employee Assistance Program

Achievement fund

Free parking

Variety of Health & Wellness programs

Discount and Perks program

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role and are not confident you meet all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to investigate the opportunity further.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person's unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents.

Full participation of all employees in a safe, healthy and respectful environment is key to individual and company success. We are committed to fully utilizing the abilities of all our employees and expect each of our employees to honour this commitment in their daily responsibilities.

Nearest Major Market: Phoenix