O&M Consultant

Brown and Caldwell•Rancho Cordova, CA

5h•$95,000 - $155,000

About The Position

Brown and Caldwell is seeking an experienced Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Consultant to join its O&M consulting team. The role takes ownership of O&M consulting tasks and projects and oversees the work of junior consultants and engineers. It draws on hands-on experience operating water or wastewater plants, performing O&M, startup and commissioning, operator training, and developing or improving maintenance programs. The consultant independently develops technical content, analyzes data and performs computations, applies quality assurance and review, and uses software to compile and present findings to project teams. Written deliverables may include O&M manuals, continuity-of-operations documents, O&M plans, and standard operating procedures. The position requires basic ability to read and interpret design drawings and specifications, and may include inspecting machinery and processes to identify condition or performance issues and recommend solutions. The consultant works with internal and external clients to understand their needs and tailor solutions, drawing on a basic understanding of treatment processes, control systems, maintenance procedures, and staffing needs. The position may include mentorship of less experienced team members. Travel may include daily trips to offices or facilities within a 50-mile radius and travel assignments within the United States and Canada for 25% or more of the time annually. The role requires the ability to achieve and maintain safety training and certifications necessary for field activities. Employment is subject to pre-employment background and drug checks.

Requirements

Typically, at least 5 years of related work experience in O&M consulting or a related field.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Typically certified in the SMS Framework and progressing through the SMS competencies.
Skilled in planning and executing startup and commissioning for advanced pumping, conveyance, and treatment process systems.
Demonstrated ability to assist in developing operating and maintenance procedures.
Strong operations troubleshooting and performance optimization skills.
Technical writing and presentation skills.
Ability to handle complex problem-solving procedures.
Ability to perform process, staffing, and cost calculations and adhere to QA/QC procedures.
Ability to achieve and maintain safety training and certifications needed for field activities.
Operator’s license, active progress toward operator certification, or demonstrated in-plant O&M-related experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience developing and writing O&M-focused technical documents such as SOPs and O&M manuals.
Track record of working in water and wastewater treatment plants and collaborating with staff on operations, troubleshooting, or maintenance tasks.
Understanding of process control for biological, chemical, and physical treatment systems.
Ability to collaborate effectively in a large team environment.
Ability to travel daily to offices or facilities within a 50-mile radius and spend 25% or more of the year on travel assignments within the United States and Canada.

Responsibilities

Plan and execute startup and commissioning on construction projects.
Develop standard operating and maintenance procedures and manuals.
Conduct operations troubleshooting and performance optimization.
Evaluate maintenance plans and programs.
Collaborate with asset management specialists to develop and optimize maintenance programs.
Develop and facilitate operator training sessions.
Conduct QA/QC oversight of staff activities related to data collection and development of O&M work products.
Develop and present recommendations to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Conduct staffing assessments and evaluations.
Conduct operability and maintainability reviews of designs and operating facilities.
Review contractor submittals and documentation and provide QA/QC commentary.
Contribute to maintenance of plant operations planning procedures.
Adapt to and execute additional assignments as needs evolve.
May provide mentorship, guidance, support, and knowledge-sharing to less experienced team members.