Assoc. Project Manager, SOLitude

Job Summary

Associate Project Managers work in lakes, ponds, reservoirs, and wetlands to perform a range of tasks including maintenance of aquatic ecosystems, pesticide application, and client communication. They maintain a full portfolio of annual maintenance accounts and/or projects, evaluate site conditions, conduct aquatic pesticide applications, operate equipment, manage product usage and labor costs, and support district operations.

• Maintain a full portfolio of annual maintenance accounts and/or projects, performing all contracted services including client communication and permit compliance.
• Evaluate site/waterbody conditions and independently conduct aquatic pesticide applications appropriate for site conditions, permit requirements, and contracted services.
• Operate a variety of watercraft and all‑terrain equipment.
• Manage product usage and labor costs within defined program or project budget.
• Calculate aquatic pesticide dosage and quantity independently in accordance with the product label and safety guidelines.
• Participate in District fisheries work when required.
• Perform baseline waterbody assessment and biological data collection (temperature, dissolved oxygen, pH, alkalinity, water quality sample collection, algae sample collection, aquatic plant identification, etc.).
• Support District operations with routine client communication, attendance at HOA and regulatory meetings, as required.
• Provide new or innovative management recommendations to portfolio clients.
• Assist manager (DM/OM) and/or technical staff (PM/Biologist) with program evaluation, modification, and/or design.
• Participate in project data analysis and annual report writing under the supervision of technical staff.
• Develop technical reports for high‑profile, innovative, and/or highly successful projects (case studies, white papers, industry presentations).
• Assist with service technique innovation and evaluation of new pond/lake products, equipment, and strategies.
• Support Project Managers with technical writing, including permit project narratives, competitive bid responses, and annual client monitoring reports.
• Under supervision of senior technical staff, design and conduct biological evaluations to compile data for customized management plans.
• Provide technical support to BDC, colleagues, and clients as required.
• Assist Operations Manager with project logistical requirements and scheduling.
• Utilize GPS equipment to record target plant locations, calculate treatment areas, and record treatment tracks.
• Use Arc View GIS software to develop vegetation and treatment area maps supporting customer portfolio.
• Support larger one‑time projects, including material purchases, equipment rental, staff coordination and planning, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

• HS diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of directly relatable work experience.
• Safe boating certification.
• U.S. DOT medical card.
• Valid state pesticide aquatic category certification in all states serviced by District.
• Expert knowledge of aquatic pesticide uses, application methods, and dosing.
• Technical knowledge of SOLitude services and operational execution.
• Knowledge of survey and field data collection techniques.
• Full knowledge of aquatic environments, plant and algae biology.
• Understanding of fountain, aeration, and oxygenation system functions and applications.
• Knowledge of water quality sampling and data interpretation.
• Knowledge of state regulatory requirements and District constraints.
• Must pass pre‑employment background screen.
• Valid driver’s license and clean motor vehicle record.

Base Pay Range: $56,000 – $78,000 per year. Pay may vary based on location, skills, education, and experience. Total earnings may be affected by overtime, incentives, commissions, performance, and route assignment (where applicable).

Benefits:
All Full‑Time colleagues qualify for the following benefits beginning day1: professional and personal growth opportunities, training and development programs, tuition reimbursement (for FT colleagues), health and wellness benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance), 401(k) retirement plan with company match, vacation days, sick days,…