Wastewater Assistant Project Manager- Jackson, MS

Market

Water

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. Through the delivery of our operations and maintenance services, you'll make it simpler and more seamless for our municipal clients to operate safely and efficiently, empowering communities to focus on what matters most to them - people.

As a Wastewater Assistant Project Manager, you'll join a collaborative team ensuring that our clients can deliver their services - uninterrupted. Based in Jackson, MS you will assist the Project Manager in directing the day to day operations and is expected to be able to independently make process and equipment adjustments to meet permit requirements and project objectives. The candidate will be expected to learn company and industry best practices and be able to train the operations staff and lead by example. Active attention to detail and problem solving are essential skills under regular operating and emergency situations.

As the APM, you will be in direct charge of the operations staff ensuring adequate staffing coverage and maintaining the on-call calendar. The candidate will also maintain the facility database and assist in preparing monthly, quarterly and annual reports.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Place safety above all else, follows safe work practices and guide others
• Solves unique challenges associated with one of the most sophisticated facilities in the industry
• Lead a dynamic and motivated Operations team in a mode that makes challenging work fun. Participate in the training and development of associates into future company leaders
• The project offers numerous opportunities to innovate and optimize
• Analyzes operational process control procedures, maintenance procedures, and institutes changes when necessary to achieve full compliance with NPDES and air quality permits.
• Responsible for keeping accurate operational records and prepares reports required by the client, all regulatory agencies, and facility manager
• Communicates effectively, both written and verbally, with supervisors and others
• Helps prepare Discharge Monitoring Reports for Ecology electronically
• Maintains effective communications and working relationships with employees, the client, consultants and the general public

Bring your team-focus, adaptability, and commitment to excellence, and we'll help you grow what drives you - and deliver the world's most challenging Operations Management projects, together.

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Here's what you'll need

• 5 years of experience in the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities, demonstrating career progression
• Understanding of the technical aspects of wastewater treatment with all of the following: chemically enhanced primary treatment, biological nitrogen removal, membrane filtration, anaerobic digestion
• Demonstrated interpersonal relations and personnel management skills
• Proficient use of computer software including but not limited to SCADA, HachWIMS, Maintenance Connection, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Possess a valid driver's license with no major infractions

Ideally, You'll Also Have:

• High school diploma or GED
• Associate or bachelor's degree in water/wastewater treatment, engineering, environmental science, or a related field
• Several years of experience with advanced SCADA systems
• Experience with MBR, CEPT, and anaerobic digestion

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

Safety is a core value at Jacobs. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services.

The physical and environmental demands required to perform the essential duties of this position include standing, walking, sitting, coordination, balance and agility demands, which may include the ability to stoop, kneel, squat, grasp, reach, perform repetitive hand movements. Additional demands may involve a specific level of dexterity, grip strength, climbing and cardiorespiratory demands. The work areas may be indoor, outdoor, have loud noise, active machinery, high pressure fluid systems, electrical equipment, confined spaces, heights and depths, fumes, air borne particles, noxious gases, and chemicals. The use of appropriate safety equipment will be mandatory in these areas to prevent hazardous contact.

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

82,700.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

120,244.80

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $82,700.00 to $120,244.80. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.

Locations

CityStateCountryJacksonMississippiUnited States