Utility Systems Manager

University of New Hampshire•University of New Hampshire - Main Campus, NH

1d•$57,590 - $102,850•Onsite

About The Position

The Utility Systems Manager will plan, direct, and oversee all aspects of campus operations, maintenance, design, and installation of distribution systems for potable water, heating water supply and return, domestic hot water supply and return, chilled water supply and return, stormwater, wastewater, steam, and condensate. Serve as responsible manager and contract administrator for the UNH/Durham Water Treatment Plant Operations and Maintenance Contract, and provide engineering oversight and management of the Utilities Distribution crew.

Requirements

5-10+ years of experience in utility management, civil, or mechanical engineering, construction project management, or related field.
Relevant post-secondary education may be substituted for experience: an Associate's degree in a related field may substitute for 2 years of experience; a Bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering management, utility/energy management, or a related field may substitute for 4 years of experience.
Experience managing multiple contracts and contractors in complex multiphase utility and infrastructure projects.
Experience managing operations & maintenance contracts in large multi-building campus-type settings.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid NH driver's license.
Excellent knowledge of utility production and distribution system means and equipment; excellent financial management skills.
Ability to respond to emergency situations and be on-call outside normal work hours.
Ability to work in confined spaces.
Ability to work in inclement weather and heat.
Ability to properly wear PPE provided by the department.
Sufficient strength and physical dexterity to perform duties and responsibilities including heavy lifting and work with exposure to inclement weather for prolonged periods of time.
Knowledge of applicable codes and regulations.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering management, utility/energy management, or related field.
Construction project management experience.
Experience supervising or leading field crews or trade staff.
NH PWS Operator Grade T2/D2 or ability to attain within 12 months.
NEWEA Collections System Operator Grade II/III or ability to attain within 12 months.
PMP Certification.
CPESC or CPIESC Certification.
EPA CGP Erosion Control Inspector Certification.

Responsibilities

Serve as the responsible manager and contract administrator for the UNH/Durham Water Treatment Plant Operations and Maintenance Contract.
Serve as the day-to-day point of contact with treatment plant staff, town, and campus stakeholders to coordinate outages, resolve issues, and maintain mutually beneficial relationships.
Serve as UNH's primary point of contact with EPA and NHDES on all matters related to the University's public water system permit.
Direct modifications to operating plans as needed to maintain public water system permit compliance.
Serve as UNH's primary point of contact with EPA and NHDES on all matters related to the Stormwater MS4 permit, including serving as administrator for the EPA NPDES Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Permit.
Direct modifications to stormwater management operating plans and work closely with Energy & Utilities staff and Facilities Operations to maintain MS4 permit compliance and maximize system efficiency.
Coordinate stormwater system inspections and corrective actions to ensure ongoing compliance with permit conditions.
Provide oversight and management of the utility distribution maintenance and operation crew.
Recruit, hire, and train Utility Distribution staff; complete annual performance reviews.
Align professional development of staff with individual and institutional goals.
Serve as the campus utility systems engineer and manager, assisting in evaluating system conditions and prioritizing system upgrades.
Manage small projects related to installation, maintenance, and repair of utility distribution systems.
Identify system upgrades and options for leveraging technology to improve efficiency and reduce system losses; make recommendations for implementation of these initiatives.
Identify and develop upgrades and improvements to campus energy and utility infrastructure to improve efficiency and reduce consumption.
Coordinate with GIS staff on utility asset management and data management; ensure assets are up to date in the GIS system and develop GIS-based tools for operations and maintenance.
In cooperation with the utility systems operations and maintenance crew and Facilities Stewardship, develop annual major maintenance and repair projects for potential funding.
Based on the utility master plan, identify, develop, and prioritize projects required to support planned campus development.
Represent Facilities on matters relating to utility system operations, maintenance, and expansion with internal and external committees.