Project Manager (Water/ Wastewater Utilities Experience Required) (55558)

Clearwater Solutions.•Holden, MO

14h

About The Position

CWS is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants and employees for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under local, state, or federal laws. Position Summary The Project Manager oversees the management, operation, and maintenance of both water and wastewater treatment systems. This dual-role position is critical in ensuring that both the water supply and wastewater systems are safe, efficient, and compliant with all regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing & operating wastewater systems (with a MO Wastewater Operator certification) but would prefer a candidate with dual water & wastewater certifications and skillsets.

Requirements

5+ years’ experience in water and/or wastewater utilities, Public Works, civil engineering, or similar industry
5+ years’ experience at a supervisory and/or Manager level, and comfortable with handling multiple project sites
State-issued water and/or wastewater certifications
Knowledge of work hazards, safety procedures, and traffic laws relating to equipment and machinery required to perform utility Maintenance.
Ability to read and interpret work orders and plans
Able to organize, coordinate and manage the daily operations of significant project
Able to communicate well both verbally and in writing
Must have a permanent residence within 50 miles of project location

Responsibilities

Exercises considerable judgement in determining work assignment priorities in use of equipment and use of manpower; modifies methods, procedures and priorities to meet changing conditions and determines materials equipment needed to complete jobs- Schedules, reviews and may participate in the work of mechanics engaged in maintenance and repair of all municipal gasoline and diesel driven vehicles including specialized equipment.
Maintains records of serviced vehicles and/or equipment as well as the daily implementation of the preventive maintenance program.
Responsible for the requisition of parts and supplies used in repair of equipment and maintains adequate inventory of necessary parts.
Ensures that work is conducted in compliance with safety standards and regulations Reviews work of subordinates and crews and progress performance with constructions, timeliness and safety
Continuously inspects work in progress with performance to plan and instructions
Knowledge in municipal public works such as planning, design, maintenance, and construction.
Knowledge in principles of budget preparation and expenditure control.
Knowledge in applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations pertaining to public works and utility functions.
Knowledge in Principles of Effective Management Skills.
Ability to analyze, evaluate, and implement municipal public works and utility programs/projects.
Strong communication skills.
Knowledge in safe work practices.
Ability to plan, organize and direct the work of public works and utility personnel.
Ability to analyze organizational and administrative problems, recommend alternative courses of action, and provide leadership to others in implementing such actions.
Ability to prepare and create clear and comprehensive written reports.
Maintain strong relationships with the city officials, employees, contractors, the general public, and representatives of other agencies.
Evaluating and training staff.
Filling in for Operators when short-staffed, and responsible for evaluating the hiring needs of your assigned projects/ territory.
Performs other related duties as directed