POSITION: Senior Water/Wastewater Operations Project Manager
POSITION TYPE: Part-Time
LOCATION: Chicago, Crystal Lake, Mokena, or Naperville, IL
HOURLY RANGE: $45.00-$60.00
POSITION SUMMARY:
At Baxter & Woodman, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long-lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary and being honored as one of the 2024 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.
Baxter & Woodman has a rewarding opportunity for a Senior Water/Wastewater Operations Project Manager. We are seeking qualified applicants for our Chicago, Crystal Lake, Mokena, or Naperville, IL office.
Position Duties:
- Coordinate Communications between B&W, client.
- Coordinate and Administer Water/Wastewater Start-up’s after Construction.
- Complete Operational Reviews of Water/Wastewater Plans during design.
- Visit and Troubleshoot Water/Wastewater Facilities when needed for municipal clients.
- Assist in Rate Studies, Alternate Water Studies, Capital Improvement Plans and Asset Management Plans.
- Act as Responsible Operator in Charge (ROINC) for one or multiple water/wastewater treatment facilities.
- Ensures regulatory compliance.
- Monitors feed rates of chemicals.
- Direct operators and labors in proper water/wastewater operations
- Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies and associations, City management and staff, and the public.
- Investigates plant upsets and determines corrective action.
- Responsible for compliance with all federal, state and local regulations.
- Provide on-site Municipal staffing assistance to several clients.
- Where required, serve as part-time staff technician to local municipality.
- Prepare and submit permits for local municipal projects.
- Coordinate work done by other departments for local municipality.
- Review development plans, from Client Perspective, for compliance with local requirements, including stormwater management, grading, sanitary sewers, water lines, and transportation aspects.
- Assess the need for permits from other agencies.
- Assess impacts to on-site and adjacent private and public facilities.
- Provide recommendations for improving on-site or adjacent facilities in conjunction with development.
- Prepare written review reports; communicate with Village Staff, developers and designers.
- Respond proactively to inquiries from Village Staff and Officials, developers, designers and adjacent property owners.
- Assist with preparation, documentation and improvement of review procedures.
- Performs other assignments as required.
Certifications/Licenses:
- Illinois IEPA Water Treatment Operator's License Class C (Required)
- Illinois IEPA Wastewater Treatment Operator's License Class 1 (Optional)
Education and Qualifications:
- 10+ years' experience operating in a water/wastewater/public works.
- Must have experience in a water/wastewater operations procedure.
- Must have knowledge of limits for water/wastewater quality and water/wastewater treatment facility regulations.
- A bachelor’s degree in an environmentally focused degree program is preferred.
- Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to explain technical issues to non-technical municipal staff and officials.
- Ability to work with local government staff and officials.
- Must have a valid U.S. Driver's License.
Join Our Team! - At our organization, we prioritize the holistic well-being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits. This commitment is evident in our healthcare offerings, including medical, dental, and vision plans, alongside an Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support. Financial well-being is enhanced through our financial planning program, life and disability insurance, tax savings plans, and coverage for accidents, cancer, and critical illnesses. Balancing work and life, we provide generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and flexible work arrangements, including the option to work from home on half Fridays and varied schedules. Additionally, we lead the industry by offering 401k plans, supported by expert financial advisors, and an Employee Stock Ownership program, ensuring our employees are not just part of a workplace but a thriving, supportive community dedicated to their well-being, financial security, and happiness.
Baxter & Woodman is an equal opportunity- affirmative action - M/F/Vet/Disability employer