About the role

The Assistant Project Manager will oversee daily operations, maintenance, and management of wastewater treatment plants while ensuring regulatory compliance. They are responsible for developing operational plans, managing budgets, and mentoring personnel to improve project performance.

What they look for

Wastewater operations Supervisory skills Leadership Team building Budgeting Financial reporting Capital improvement planning Regulatory compliance Personnel training Coaching Mentoring Conflict resolution Communication Microsoft Office Detail-oriented

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 5 years of supervisory experience in wastewater operations and hold an active state-issued operator license. A high school diploma is required, though a college degree is preferred, along with strong leadership and financial decision-making skills.

Benefits

Health insurance Dental insurance Life insurance 401(k) plan Paid time off Sick leave Holidays Wellness plan Relocation reimbursement

Full description

Join Inframark: Leading the Way in Water Management

Inframark's Operations and Maintenance team is an award-winning team that delivers cutting-edge water, wastewater, and public works services to municipalities, utility districts, and industries. We are dedicated to supporting our employees as well as protecting the environment and the communities we serve. You would be empowered to thrive in a dynamic, supportive, and innovative environment. Take the next step in your career and join us at Inframark. Apply today!

Why Work for Inframark?

Our dedication to sustainability and community impact drives us to ensure clean, safe water for future generations. Whether you're at the start of your career or looking for advancement, Inframark offers purpose-driven work and opportunities for growth. We offer an attractive salary package, including a generous benefits package with health, dental, and life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off, sick leave, holidays, and wellness plan.

As an Assistant Project Manager with Inframark, you will manage the day-to-day activities of a team providing contract operations, maintenance, and management of multiple wastewater treatment plants.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop new plans, programs, and operations to attain higher quality levels of service and/or cost savings over present conditions.

Plan major capital improvement needs and corresponding revenue sources.

Prepare annual budget and monitor financial revenue and expense reports to monthly budgeted variances

Maintain accurate records and prepare reports

Interview, training, instructing, coaching, and mentoring personnel in work methods

Assign and schedule work, review for accuracy and clarity

Administer progressive discipline process to hold subordinates accountable and improve project performance

Establish and maintain positive working relationships with the project director and client(s)

Ensure compliance with City, County, State, and Federal regulations and policies

Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma, college degree preferred

Valid driver’s license

5 or more years of supervisory and operations experience in Wastewater Operations

Must have an active state-issued Operator license

Possess exemplary leadership, communication, and team-building skills

Strong detail-oriented work style

Proven experience in making sound financial, technical, and human resources decisions

Proficient in computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications

Relocation reimbursement may be available.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment is characteristic of an office environment: sitting, standing, walking, bending, and lifting are required to perform job responsibilities. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 50 lbs.

**Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

To support a safe and secure workplace, all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of background screening, drug testing, and driving record review where applicable.

Inframark is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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