New Jersey American Water Appoints Seasoned Executive David Forcinito as Vice President of Operations

New Jersey American Water, the largest regulated water utility in the state, has announced the appointment of David Forcinito as its new Vice President of Operations. Forcinito, a seasoned executive with over 35 years of experience in the industry, will oversee the company's statewide operations, including water production, wastewater collection, and field services for approximately 3 million customers across 18 counties.

Forcinito's deep understanding of New Jersey American Water's operations and his decades of hands-on leadership make him an ideal candidate for the role. As stated by Mark McDonough, president of New Jersey American Water, 'Dave's deep roots in New Jersey American Water's operations and his decades of hands-on leadership make him exceptionally well suited for this role. We are proud to welcome him back and look forward to the expertise and continuity he will bring to our operations team.'

Forcinito began his career with New Jersey American Water as a project engineer and has built his expertise across a range of roles with increasing responsibility. He has held positions such as Operations Superintendent, Maintenance Manager, and Production/Field Operations Manager, before becoming Senior Director of South Operations. Most recently, he served as Vice President of Fleet for American Water, a position he held since June 2024.

A lifelong resident of New Jersey, Forcinito holds a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering from Widener University and a Master of Science degree in water resources and environmental engineering from Villanova University. He is a registered Professional Engineer in the State of New Jersey and holds New Jersey DEP T, W, S, and C operator licenses. Forcinito is also an active member of several industry associations, including the American Water Works Association, the Water Environment Federation, and the American Society of Mechanical Engineers.

As Vice President of Operations, Forcinito will play a critical role in ensuring the delivery of safe, clean, reliable, and affordable water and wastewater services to New Jersey American Water's customers. His expertise and leadership will be essential in maintaining the company's high standards of service and in driving its continued success.

New Jersey American Water is a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest publicly traded water utility company in the United States. With approximately 875 dedicated employees, the company provides water and wastewater services to approximately 3 million people across the state. For more information, visit www.newjerseyamwater.com and follow New Jersey American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X, and Instagram.