Wastewater Project Manager

The Project Manager will serve as the System’s Chief Designated Operator and you will be responsible for the day-to-day management and supervision of the operational and maintenance activities of the department’s drinking water treatment and distribution system. As the PM you will oversee a team of 5 staff and manage the daily operation, maintenance, and compliance of the systems—to include managing all associated regulatory sampling programs–in a safe and timely manner.

The system consists of 12 groundwater wells, 2 purchased water interconnects, 165 miles of transmission and distribution pipelines, nearly 10,000 water services, 6 reservoirs, 3 booster pump stations, 1 drinking water treatment plant, as well as the departments 3-zone distribution system.

• The Project Manager will play an active role in coordination and communication with operations staff, client representatives, regulators, contractors, and any assigned engineering firms.
• Work closely with all parties to ensure effective system operation and optimization, staff development, implementation and management of an innovative predictive maintenance management program, administration and implementation of all routine and capital repair and replacement projects, and emergency response for process upsets, equipment failures, force majeure events, all alarm events, etc.
• Regularly prepare reports for regulators, clients, and the firm.
• Additionally, the Project Manager will manage the budget of the project and manage the scope and schedule of contractual obligations and serve as the main point of contact between the client and the firm.
• Supervision will be provided by an Area Manager; however, the Project Manager must be able to work comfortably in a self-directed environment with minimal daily supervision.
• Reliable and dependable attendance is an essential function of this position. Availability for standby duty and the ability to be “on-call,” working evenings, weekends and holidays as needed. Response to emergency events and alarm call-outs as scheduled and required.

• Must possess a minimum of a California Grade 3 Treatment and Grade 2 Distribution Operators License to serve as the systems Chief Operator.
• 5-10 years’ experience in the water treatment and distribution industry preferred.
• Proficiency with computers, including an ability to work with: SCADA, Microsoft Word, Excel, Maintenance Management Programs, and other site-specific systems.
• Participation directly in, and to a significant extent, management of the operation, maintenance, and repair of drinking water facilities throughout the last 5 years.
• Experience managing a minimum of 2 staff.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Proven track record with regulators and solid understanding of regulations and reporting requirements.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid California driver’s license.
• May require an irregular work schedule and overtime hours.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, other personnel, and the general public.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Familiarity with water treatment and distribution system processes with aptitude for laboratory analysis, record keeping, and facility maintenance.
• Must be able to lift or move up to 40 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check, pre-placement physical and drug screen before employment.

Must Haves For Role:

• Meets the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of these duties.
• Is able to be exposed to hazardous conditions.
• Is able to work shift, weekend and holiday schedules.
• Has ability to perform heavy lifting up to 50 lbs and other manual work under adverse conditions.
• Operational Technical Services, (OTS), is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colors, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.