Assistant Project Manager

Brief Description

JOB FUNCTION/ PURPOSE

The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for training and overseeing the daily activities of the material handling staff and assisting in the operational planning, scheduling and controlling of water and wastewater plants.

Responsibilities

• Manages teams related to hiring, on-boarding, performance management, utilization, training, development, salary, promotions, transfers and terminations. Coaches individual and team performance and improvement.
• Evaluates overall project organizational structure and performance and recommends improvements, including changes in staffing, scheduling and equipment. Assists with project audits. Assists in the development of SOPs.
• Ensures that all SOPs are followed and DOT, OSHA, Healthy and Safety and other requirements are met. Conducts routine facility inspections. Interacts with regulators as required.
• Assists with inspections. Meets with regulatory officials to evaluate inspection findings and ensure compliance with local, state and federal laws.
• Prepares daily, monthly and yearly reports including DMRs, MORs, etc.
• Handles material procurements.
• Ensures that the work order system and all maintenance records and other documentation is maintained properly.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of experience in the operation of a water or wastewater treatment facility or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses/Certifications: Valid Driver’s License. Ability to obtain appropriate water or waste water certification based on facility managed.

Technical: Knowledge of water/wastewater facilities. Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications & internet. Ability to interpret analytical results.

Communication: Communicates clearly & professionally. Contributes to a positive internal & external customer experience. Maintains composure in challenging situations. Collaborates with others. Asks for constructive feedback. Promotes a culture of diversity, respect & accountability. Challenges other through productive discussion.

Problem Solving & Quality: Pays attention to detail. Identifies & solves complex issues. Thinks “big picture” when assessing problems/opportunities. Develops innovative & creative solutions.

Managing For Results: Follows all company policies & SOPs. Delegates, prioritizes & manages the work of others. Balances competing priorities, scheduling issues & deadlines. Delivers effective feedback. Manages cost, quality & expedience.

Leadership & Initiative: Motivates & empowers others. Acts in accordance with company vision, mission & values. Takes accountability for own performance. Willing to take on additional assignments. Seeks out opportunities for leadership & development. Trains, coaches & mentors others. Champions change.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment is characteristic of an office environment: sitting, standing, walking, bending and lifting are required to perform job responsibilities. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 50 lbs.

TRAVEL

5-10%

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.