Collections System Project Manager - Hoboken, NJ

Collections System Project Manager - Hoboken, NJ

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

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At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. Through the delivery of our operations and maintenance services, you’ll make it simpler and more seamless for our municipal clients to operate safely and efficiently, empowering communities to focus on what matters most to them– people.

As a Collections System Project Manager
, you’ll join a collaborative team ensuring that our clients can deliver their services uninterrupted. Based in Hoboken, New Jersey, you’ll have the opportunity to manage the operation and maintenance of the collection system, and all essential components as outlined in the contract.

• Plans, coordinates, and directs the maintenance, operations, and repair of wastewater collection systems including pump stations, solids and floatable facilities, sewer and catch basin cleaning, vehicles, and other components associated with our system.
• Familiar with operations of a combined sewer system, managing combined sewer overflows (CSO’s), and reporting to NJDEP.
• Supervises field and shop operations, and coordinates field work with other departments.
• Supervises the maintenance of work records and certifies field repair logs, if needed.
• Manages the CMMS system to ensure work is completed on time, and maintenance activities are properly documented.
• Prepares comprehensive progress and work reports and time and cost reports as required.
• Consults with subordinates on matters of workloads, requests, records and reports, and priority assignments. Develops work programs and budget estimates for the department.
• Plans, assigns, supervises, and evaluates the work of staff; assists with the hiring and training of new employees.
• Requisition s material, tools, equipment, and contractors, as needed, for the operation, maintenance, and repair of the collection facilities; supervises and directs contractors and crews; reviews and approves invoices for payment.
• Establishes safety precautions against occupational hazards. Understands traffic control measures for field work.
• Receives and investigates complaints and requests from the public regarding sewer service. Diagnoses operating problems and directs effective corrective procedures.
• Performs related work and other duties as required.
• Performs inspections of storm water detention systems and FOG systems (Fats Oils, and Grease).
• Performs emergency response duties as necessary, which also includes communications with customers and the public agencies.
• Familiar with CCTV inspections and reporting, and sewer improvement projects.

Safety is a core value  are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services.

Bring your team-focus, adaptability, and commitment to excellence, and we’ll help you grow what drives you – and deliver the world’s most challenging Operations Management projects, together.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Level 4 NJDEP Wastewater Collections System Operator License, or ability to obtain the level 4 license within 1 year.
• 7 to 10 years of experience in the construction, maintenance and operation of collections systems.

• Excellent ability to multi-task, provide timely responses, and coordinate field work.
• PACP Certification or ability to obtain the certification within 1 year.
• Understanding of ArcGIS and data management.
• Basic electrical/mechanical knowledge involved in working on pump, motors, pump station controls, SCADA, and other equipment such as high velocity sewer cleaning equipment, power rodding, or other equipment used in removing debris from sewer pipe, and related equipment…