Description
The Wastewater Project Manager plays a pivotal role in overseeing the seamless operations of wastewater treatment facilities. This multifaceted leadership position demands a strong focus on regulatory compliance, budget management, personnel oversight, and client relations. The Project Manager requires a strong commitment to upholding and embodying the company's values and culture.
Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week with weekend shifts, and a rotating on-call schedule.
Work Location: Hull, MA (and surrounding areas).
Benefits and Compensation:
Annual compensation is estimated between $110,000 and $140,000, depending on the candidate’s experience, certifications, and overall qualifications.
Health Insurance, Dental, Vision & Telemedicine.
Health Savings Account.
Life Insurance.
401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Contributions.
Paid Vacation & Sick Days.
Annual Bonus Program.
Job Responsibilities:
Operations & Compliance
- Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues to maintain seamless operations.
- Create and enforce sampling schedules and compliance protocols.
- Input and monitor logbooks and data systems, resolving anomalies promptly.
- Respond to on-call emergencies in a timely manner.
- Prepare and submit regulatory reports, adhering to compliance guidelines.
- Attend regulatory walkthrough inspections.
- Oversee procurement of supplies and consumables to ensure timely, cost-effective purchasing and inventory.
- Maintain facility cleanliness and organization, and groundskeeping tasks.
- As needed, conduct water and wastewater tests, perform lab tests, and collect regulatory samples and meter readings.
- Maintain assigned vehicle and follow policies regarding vehicle operation and safety.
- Ensure safety compliance and proactively address safety concerns.
Leadership & Personnel Oversight
- Address employee concerns while upholding policy and confidentiality. Implement disciplinary actions, as needed.
- Lead and manage staff performance and resource allocation.
- Develop employee work schedules and support payroll processing.
- Assess candidate qualifications and cultural fit to support hiring decisions.
Client Relations & Strategic Growth
- Foster strong client relationships and ensure satisfaction and loyalty.
- Participate in management discussions as needed, contributing strategic input to support organizational decision-making.
- Develop and manage budgets for clients to meet financial goals.
- Perform additional duties as required to support the overall operations and objectives of the organization.
Requirements
Required Qualifications and Certifications:
- Must hold a Massachusetts Wastewater Operator Certification. Preference will be given to applicants who possess a Massachusetts Grade 6 Certification.
- Prior experience in a wastewater treatment facility with strong knowledge of treatment processes and regulatory compliance.
- At least five years of project management and team leadership experience preferred.
- Valid state driver’s license with a record of responsible driving.
- Strong professional communication skills, both verbal and written.
- General computer proficiency and the ability to learn technical systems; familiarity with CMMS is a plus.
- Candidates will be subject to background screening and motor vehicle record checks as part of the hiring process.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to speak and hear: 4-8 hours/day.
- Walking, standing, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling: 4-8 hours/day.
- Use hands and fingers to handle, touch, and reach: 4-8 hours/day.
- Climb stairs and/or ladders, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and sit.
- Regularly lift and carry materials weighing 10–25 lbs; occasionally up to 50 lbs.
- Operate gasoline, diesel, or gas-powered equipment and hand tools.
Working Conditions:
Environment: Work is performed both inside and outside with exposure to sun, heat, cold temperatures, snow, and ice.
Noise level: Moderate.
