Project Manager - Water/Wastewater Operations

Inframark•Belle Chasse, LA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Inframark is seeking an experienced and driven Project Manager II to lead operations across multiple facilities and contracts. This role is for a strategic leader with a strong operational background and a passion for building high-performing teams, offering an opportunity to make a meaningful impact. The Project Manager II will oversee the full scope of operations, performance, and client relationships across assigned facilities. This includes setting project goals, developing strategies, implementing standard operating procedures (SOPs), and driving business growth through contract management, renewals, and new opportunities. The role involves leading, hiring, coaching, and developing teams to build strong performance and engagement, managing client relationships including meetings with municipal leaders and council presentations, and overseeing facility operations, maintenance, and capital project execution. Additionally, the Project Manager II will develop and manage annual operating and capital budgets, ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory standards (OSHA, DOT, etc.), conduct facility inspections, collaborate with regulatory agencies, and own financial performance including invoicing, accounts receivable/payable, and cost control.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent experience)
7+ years of experience in water or wastewater treatment operations
Strong leadership experience managing teams and multi-site operations
Valid driver’s license; ability to obtain required water/wastewater certifications
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and data interpretation
Strong business acumen with experience managing budgets and financial performance
Communication: Confident, professional communicator who builds strong client and team relationships
Problem Solving: Strategic thinker who can identify complex issues and drive innovative solutions
Execution: Able to prioritize, delegate, and deliver results in a fast-paced, multi-site environment
Leadership: Inspires and develops others while championing accountability, safety, and continuous improvement

Responsibilities

Set project goals, develop strategies, and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Drive business growth through contract management, renewals, and new opportunities
Lead, hire, coach, and develop teams—building strong performance and engagement
Manage client relationships, including meetings with municipal leaders and council presentations
Oversee facility operations, maintenance, and capital project execution
Develop and manage annual operating and capital budgets
Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory standards (OSHA, DOT, etc.)
Conduct facility inspections and collaborate with regulatory agencies
Own financial performance, including invoicing, accounts receivable/payable, and cost control