Company Description**
A subsidiary of Veolia group, Veolia North America (VNA) is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country's largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. VNA helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education, and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Mass., Veolia North America has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across the continent. www.veolianorthamerica.com
**Job Description**
**Position Purpose:**
The Project Manager III is responsible for planning, organizing and managing the daily operation, maintenance and testing of large / complex water and/or wastewater systems, public works and or multi-sites. Also, this position assures its compliance with established environmental, safety, operating, and emergency response procedures. Responsibilities also include maintaining an ongoing client interface to keep clients informed and enhance client relations. Responsible for the overall project contract and customer relationship, including supporting the customer with community and regulatory agency communications.
**Primary Duties/Responsibilities:**
+ Manages daily operation and maintenance and ensures compliance with operational, QA/QC, safety, environmental, and performance metrics. Typically works through Operations, Maintenance and/or Lab Supervisors to ensure that plant resources are being utilized to achieve project objectives. Teaches cost control and provides effective counsel / direction, especially where corrective actions are needed.
+ Responsible to assist with preparation of annual budgets for Area Mgr. and VP of Operations review.
+ Responsible for P&L performance.
+ Assists with the development of corrective action plans for process control issues.
+ Performs facility reviews and identifies cost saving measures and develops corrective action plans for budget resolution.
+ Provides technical support and research as requested by Veolia staff or clients. Provides hands on operational support to projects on an as needed basis
+ Manages the human resource functions of the facility or unit including hiring and firing, salary and job change actions, and coaching and counseling team. Works with HSE and training team to ensure that all personnel receive safety and process training. Coaches and counsels supervisors and leads to improve technical skills and interpersonal, supervisory and problem resolution skills. Works to identify and provide opportunities for team to learn new skills and techniques.
+ Administers labor agreements to ensure compliance and effectively deal with representative labor union(s).
+ Reviews and evaluates water reports, records, logs, and graphs to confirm adequacy of present and projected water needs. Ensures that uniform monitoring and recordkeeping are performed facility-wide. Prepares reports concerned with chemical and bacteriological analyses of water for administrative purposes and regulatory agencies.
+ Administers client contracts to ensure compliance and customer satisfaction and prompt identification and client notification of scope changes.
+ Performs all baseline client relations duties, including preparation and presentation of progress and special reports.
+ Participates in client meetings, special award programs and handles resolution of client service problems in a professional manner.
+ Assists with the preparation and/or review of reports to regulatory agencies and assists with public relations duties as necessary.
+ Develops site objectives in conjunction with Area Manager and assists managers and supervisors in developing goals and activities in their respective areas in order to meet overall business objectives. Establishes the standards, guidelines and objective measures to monitor progress. Implements process improvements, new concepts, technologies and practices.
+ Evaluates employee performance, matches abilities and job requirements and capitalizes on talents to effectively meet business objectives. Ensures that business initiatives and progress toward goals are effectively communicated to employees.
+ Proactively manage safety, plant appearance and environmental issues and ensures compliance with Federal and State standards including Hazardous Waste Disposal and Air Quality Standards. Ensures that issues are identified and addressed and elevated if necessary in a timely manner.
+ Maintains an up-to-date plan of action to be taken in the event of emergencies such as machine, equipment or power failure, or need to release dammed water to affect flood control. Manages emergencies in an effective manner.
**Work Environment:**
+ Travel expectation on average of 50%.
**Qualifications**
**Education/Experience/Background:**
+ Degree in Business or Engineering or equivalent related experience with completion of an accredited management course.
+ At least seven years progressive management experience within a water /wastewater treatment environment with thorough knowledge of the methods, techniques, principles, and practices of water/wastewater treatment, water distribution and wastewater collection. Supervisory experience of 10 or more employees is highly desirable. Internal management experience preferred.
+ Lab experience for permit testing requirements.
**Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:**
+ Demonstrated leadership ability and ability to manage resources (personnel, equipment, materials, facilities, funds and reputation).
+ Knowledge of Process / Operations Management, QA/QC procedures, Safety, Environmental and Facilities / Capital
+ Equipment Management. Demonstrates above average expertise in at least one of the key areas of general knowledge.
+ Ingenuity and initiative are required to coordinate problem resolution, resolve conflicting priorities and to meet assignment deadlines within a team environment.
+ Demonstrated ability to make decisions with careful consideration of the merits of alternative choices, to draw conclusions, resolve disputes and exercise judgment forthrightly and unambiguously.
+ Demonstrated knowledge of budget preparation and cost control and have the ability to forecast budget, staffing and equipment needs.
+ Demonstrated effective communication, presentation and interpersonal skills in order to interface with and motivate all levels of personnel.
+ Demonstrated ability to prepare accurate, effective, complete and easily understood written communications and reports.
+ Strong PC skills with proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet and database software and the ability to optimize the use of technology and systems to communicate, manage budget and to streamline processes and increase efficiency.
+ Familiarity with maintenance, operation, regulatory reporting and cost estimating software.
+ Proficiency in the care and use of all site specific, facility required PPE (Personal Protection Equipment).
+ Demonstrated commitment to compliance with applicable laws and regulations, the Company's Code of Business
+ Conduct and other Company policies and procedures.
+ Must be able to serve rotational 24-hour emergency on-call if required by site.
**Required Certification/Licenses/Training:**
+ Highest level of certification as a water/wastewater operator required by site. If from another state, must achieve certification within one year of appointment to Plant Operations Manager.
+ Valid Driver's license and safe driving record.
**Additional Information**
**Pay Range:** $199000 to $201000 per year.
**Benefits:** Veolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental and vision insurance. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.
Sick leave - 56 hours; Observed Holidays - 11 days; Vacation - Flexible Time Off
Eligible for up to 10% Annual Performance Bonus.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! 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.
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
A subsidiary of Veolia group, Veolia North America (VNA) is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country's largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. VNA helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education, and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Mass., Veolia North America has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across the continent. www.veolianorthamerica.com
**Job Description**
**Position Purpose:**
The Project Manager III is responsible for planning, organizing and managing the daily operation, maintenance and testing of large / complex water and/or wastewater systems, public works and or multi-sites. Also, this position assures its compliance with established environmental, safety, operating, and emergency response procedures. Responsibilities also include maintaining an ongoing client interface to keep clients informed and enhance client relations. Responsible for the overall project contract and customer relationship, including supporting the customer with community and regulatory agency communications.
**Primary Duties/Responsibilities:**
+ Manages daily operation and maintenance and ensures compliance with operational, QA/QC, safety, environmental, and performance metrics. Typically works through Operations, Maintenance and/or Lab Supervisors to ensure that plant resources are being utilized to achieve project objectives. Teaches cost control and provides effective counsel / direction, especially where corrective actions are needed.
+ Responsible to assist with preparation of annual budgets for Area Mgr. and VP of Operations review.
+ Responsible for P&L performance.
+ Assists with the development of corrective action plans for process control issues.
+ Performs facility reviews and identifies cost saving measures and develops corrective action plans for budget resolution.
+ Provides technical support and research as requested by Veolia staff or clients. Provides hands on operational support to projects on an as needed basis
+ Manages the human resource functions of the facility or unit including hiring and firing, salary and job change actions, and coaching and counseling team. Works with HSE and training team to ensure that all personnel receive safety and process training. Coaches and counsels supervisors and leads to improve technical skills and interpersonal, supervisory and problem resolution skills. Works to identify and provide opportunities for team to learn new skills and techniques.
+ Administers labor agreements to ensure compliance and effectively deal with representative labor union(s).
+ Reviews and evaluates water reports, records, logs, and graphs to confirm adequacy of present and projected water needs. Ensures that uniform monitoring and recordkeeping are performed facility-wide. Prepares reports concerned with chemical and bacteriological analyses of water for administrative purposes and regulatory agencies.
+ Administers client contracts to ensure compliance and customer satisfaction and prompt identification and client notification of scope changes.
+ Performs all baseline client relations duties, including preparation and presentation of progress and special reports.
+ Participates in client meetings, special award programs and handles resolution of client service problems in a professional manner.
+ Assists with the preparation and/or review of reports to regulatory agencies and assists with public relations duties as necessary.
+ Develops site objectives in conjunction with Area Manager and assists managers and supervisors in developing goals and activities in their respective areas in order to meet overall business objectives. Establishes the standards, guidelines and objective measures to monitor progress. Implements process improvements, new concepts, technologies and practices.
+ Evaluates employee performance, matches abilities and job requirements and capitalizes on talents to effectively meet business objectives. Ensures that business initiatives and progress toward goals are effectively communicated to employees.
+ Proactively manage safety, plant appearance and environmental issues and ensures compliance with Federal and State standards including Hazardous Waste Disposal and Air Quality Standards. Ensures that issues are identified and addressed and elevated if necessary in a timely manner.
+ Maintains an up-to-date plan of action to be taken in the event of emergencies such as machine, equipment or power failure, or need to release dammed water to affect flood control. Manages emergencies in an effective manner.
**Work Environment:**
+ Travel expectation on average of 50%.
**Qualifications**
**Education/Experience/Background:**
+ Degree in Business or Engineering or equivalent related experience with completion of an accredited management course.
+ At least seven years progressive management experience within a water /wastewater treatment environment with thorough knowledge of the methods, techniques, principles, and practices of water/wastewater treatment, water distribution and wastewater collection. Supervisory experience of 10 or more employees is highly desirable. Internal management experience preferred.
+ Lab experience for permit testing requirements.
**Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:**
+ Demonstrated leadership ability and ability to manage resources (personnel, equipment, materials, facilities, funds and reputation).
+ Knowledge of Process / Operations Management, QA/QC procedures, Safety, Environmental and Facilities / Capital
+ Equipment Management. Demonstrates above average expertise in at least one of the key areas of general knowledge.
+ Ingenuity and initiative are required to coordinate problem resolution, resolve conflicting priorities and to meet assignment deadlines within a team environment.
+ Demonstrated ability to make decisions with careful consideration of the merits of alternative choices, to draw conclusions, resolve disputes and exercise judgment forthrightly and unambiguously.
+ Demonstrated knowledge of budget preparation and cost control and have the ability to forecast budget, staffing and equipment needs.
+ Demonstrated effective communication, presentation and interpersonal skills in order to interface with and motivate all levels of personnel.
+ Demonstrated ability to prepare accurate, effective, complete and easily understood written communications and reports.
+ Strong PC skills with proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet and database software and the ability to optimize the use of technology and systems to communicate, manage budget and to streamline processes and increase efficiency.
+ Familiarity with maintenance, operation, regulatory reporting and cost estimating software.
+ Proficiency in the care and use of all site specific, facility required PPE (Personal Protection Equipment).
+ Demonstrated commitment to compliance with applicable laws and regulations, the Company's Code of Business
+ Conduct and other Company policies and procedures.
+ Must be able to serve rotational 24-hour emergency on-call if required by site.
**Required Certification/Licenses/Training:**
+ Highest level of certification as a water/wastewater operator required by site. If from another state, must achieve certification within one year of appointment to Plant Operations Manager.
+ Valid Driver's license and safe driving record.
**Additional Information**
**Pay Range:** $199000 to $201000 per year.
**Benefits:** Veolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental and vision insurance. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.
Sick leave - 56 hours; Observed Holidays - 11 days; Vacation - Flexible Time Off
Eligible for up to 10% Annual Performance Bonus.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! 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.
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Job ID: 483871376
Originally Posted on: 7/3/2025
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