Asset Manager

Overview

The Engineering Division of SPR is recruiting an Asset Manager or Asset Management Supervisor to lead the Asset Management Team in implementing the comprehensive Asset Management program at SPR.  

Successful candidates for this position will demonstrate strategic planning and thinking, thrive in a team-based environment involving routine interactions with engineering, operations and maintenance staff, and are motivated by a dynamic and challenging work environment.

POSITION SUMMARY

The primary duty of this position will be to lead the Asset Management team and oversee the implementation of comprehensive Asset Management Program at SPR. The Asset Management Program is optimized lifecycle management of physical assets to ensure data driven decisions are made to perform the right work in the right place, and to allocate funds where it is most needed and can have the largest impact.

Other duties will be assigned based on SPR needs and the successful candidate’s interest in a particular aspect of the Engineering division’s duties. Work is to be performed at the SPR facility in Englewood, CO.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Asset Management Supervisor – Comprehensive knowledge of Asset Management principles, standards, and industry best practice. This includes project management, budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and near/long term planning. The Asset Management Supervisor will lead a team and organize, coordinate, and supervise the work of others. The Asset Management Supervisor is under general guidance and direction of the Deputy Director of Engineering.

Asset Manager - Advanced knowledge of Asset Management principles, standards, and industry best practice. This includes project management, budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and near/long term planning. The Asset Manager will lead a team and organize, coordinate, and supervise the work of others. The Asset Manager is responsible for directing all functions of the Asset Management team.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Leads the Asset Management team to develop and meet departmental goals and objectives.
• Oversees the management and development of projects relating to asset management.
• Analyzes and presents asset life cycle data in support of program development.
• Works closely with departmental managers to ensure capital budget requests are made with supporting justification in pursuit of asset management goals.
• Creates and participates in forums for sharing of best practices between facilities, departments, and other utilities.
• Makes presentations to citizens, other departments, management and City Leadership.
• Reviews engineering analysis and evaluations required to support the asset management or planning programs.
• Utilizes Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) or other computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Other Duties & Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned and required.

PREPARATION AND TRAINING

Education:  Bachelor of Science degree in Business, Engineering, Construction Management or related field, plus related continuing education and training or knowledge of the engineering or business technical area of responsibility equivalent to that obtained through an advanced degree program.

Work Experience: 

Asset Management Supervisor - Minimum six (6) to eight (8) years’ experience in asset or maintenance management with minimum one (1) year’s supervisory experience. Prefer experience with water and wastewater treatment facility asset management and project management.

Asset Manager - Minimum eight (8) to ten (10) years’ experience in asset or maintenance management with minimum two (2) years’ supervisory experience. Prefer experience with water and wastewater treatment facility asset management and project management.

Certifications and/or Licensures: 

• Institute of Asset Management (IAM) Foundations
• Institute of Asset Management (IAM) Certification
• Institute of Asset Management (IAM) diploma (preferred)      

Required Driver’s License:  Valid Colorado driver’s license and a clear or acceptable MVR.

An equivalent combination of education, training and relevant job experience may be substituted.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge

Advanced knowledge of:

• Asset management principles and practices.
• Asset management practices performed in a highly specialized area.
• Budgeting, estimating and scheduling.
• Project management and project management best practices.

Skills and Abilities

• Positive attitude and self-motivated
• Ability to build relationships and provide superior customer service
• Plan and coordinate various work activities and projects, prioritize work, and administer a specialized section
• Provide mentorship and leadership to Asset Management team and junior level staff
• Organize, coordinate, and supervise the work of others
• Ability to adapt and apply knowledge and skills to a variety of situations
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to effectively collect, evaluate, and interpret data from a variety of asset management softwares (CMMS, EAM, Power BI)
• Utilize project management best practices
• Maintain effective working relationships with employees, city leadership, the public and other private and public sector organizations
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, Outlook and PowerPoint

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is to be performed onsite at the South Platte Renew facility.
• Work is performed primarily in an office setting; however, may be performed on construction sites where there may be exposure to dust, noise, traffic and moving construction equipment; and/or at a wastewater treatment facility where noise, irritants, dust, dirt, bacteria, hazardous chemicals/air/materials and fumes are present.
• Works indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions and over all types of terrain. May be exposed to risks typically associated with working around water, chemicals, electricity and other man-made and natural hazards.
• Full range of body movements including stooping, twisting, kneeling, bending, leaning, reaching, climbing (heights), stretching and working in awkward positions. May stand for extended periods of time. Occasional light lifting (up to 15 lbs.). 
• Vision is needed for reading, computer input, recording, and interpreting information such as blueprints and plans; speech and hearing are used to communicate with other employees over the telephone, radio and in person. Work on computers and associated equipment for prolonged periods of time (4-6 hours daily).

HIRING RANGE:

Asset Management Supervisor - $88,165 to $132,248/Annualized

Asset Manager - $96,982 to $145,473/Annualized

BENEFITS

The City of Englewood offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible, full-time employees including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, and vision.

The City recognizes the value of a healthy work-life balance. The City of Englewood offers hybrid work options to eligible positions.