Project Leader – Water & Wastewater Treatment Facilities

• Lead the execution of strategic initiatives within your region, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and prioritizing key regional issues
• Foster a positive and cohesive team environment by demonstrating high emotional intelligence and building strong, supportive relationships across the region
• Tackle region-specific challenges with a hands-on approach, developing and implementing innovative solutions that address complex issues
• Promote diversity and inclusion within your region, respecting cultural differences and ensuring an inclusive work environment for all team members
• Drive the growth and success of the regional business, contributing to the overall expansion and sustainability of the organization
• Establish and nurture a safety culture driven by individual behavior and accountability across a multi-state region
• Ensure all sites have specific training, resources, and facility-required PPE needed to perform the work
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, State, and Veolia Safety and Environmental Programs across the entire region
• Lead efforts to ensure compliant execution of contracts for assigned projects
• Oversee project delivery performance, ensuring that delivery consistently meets or exceeds professional operations standards
• Guide project leaders to demonstrate skills and responsibilities related to dependable project execution
• Lead and nurture assigned projects with a positive culture, focusing on being the employer of choice
• Evaluate leader performance, match abilities with job requirements, and capitalize on talents to meet business objectives
• Mentor reports to grow their capabilities and leadership skills
• Collaborate with Project Leaders to create and follow up on leads for new business opportunities
• Ensure project leaders build sound relationships with customers and work closely with them to prevent or solve issues
• Lead OPEX initiatives to focus on efficiencies and cost savings across the division
• Maintain full P&L and budgeting ownership for assigned project sites
• Oversee budget preparation and cost control, with the ability to forecast budget, staffing, and equipment needs

• High School Diploma/GED is required
• A degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field is strongly preferred but not required
• 8 years of leadership experience, 5 of which leading and managing teams, with a strong emphasis on regional leadership and operational excellence
• Must be able to obtain the required certification
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams across multiple sites
• Skilled in creating a positive, inclusive, and accountable work culture
• Ability to assess team strengths and areas for development, providing coaching and growth opportunities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence employees, clients, and stakeholders at all levels
• Skilled at fostering collaboration and building partnerships with local governments, clients, regulatory bodies, and internal teams
• Strong focus on setting measurable goals and achieving operational targets, such as safety, compliance, financial performance, and employee engagement
• Experience with performance metrics and continuous improvement initiatives
• High emotional intelligence (EQ), with strong self-awareness, empathy, and the ability to manage interpersonal dynamics
• Ability to navigate sensitive issues with diplomacy and tact, especially in diverse and challenging work environments
• Leadership experience in enforcing and improving health, safety, and environmental (HSE) protocol
• Demonstrated strong leadership abilities
• Understanding of Human Resources principles and practices
• Skilled in team building and motivating personnel at all levels
• Possesses strategic business planning and financial management skills
• Experienced in P&L ownership, budgeting, and cost control
• Demonstrated ability to identify and maximize business opportunities
• Proven track record in delivering excellent customer satisfaction
• Effective sales skills with ability to close attainable opportunities
• Successful experience in contract negotiations and management
• Skilled in building partnerships and relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Ability to interface effectively with clients including preparing and presenting information at public forums including but not limited to clients governing boards
• Excellent written, verbal, listening, and presentation skills
• Ability to handle sensitive communications at all levels
• Adaptable communication style to relate to various personalities
• Outgoing, self-directed, goal-oriented, and creative
• Effective organizational and project management skills
• Strong attention to detail
• High degree of initiative, judgment, and resourcefulness
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and find creative solutions
• Knowledge of safety, environmental, and health requirements
• Skilled in facilities and capital equipment management
• Ability to gain knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and process control of water/wastewater treatment facilities
• Proactive in addressing issues related to personnel, capital, margin enhancement, and profitability
• Demonstrates skills in problem-solving and developing effective solutions
• Commitment to total quality management principles
• Committed to compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies
• Adheres to the Company’s Code of Business Conduct
• Strong PC skills with proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, and database software
• Ability to optimize technology and systems to streamline processes and increase efficiency
• Skilled in technical writing
• Adaptable to changing priorities and multi-faceted challenges
• Committed to continuous improvement and innovation

A degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field

• Paid time off policies
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Savings accounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid volunteering
• Employer sponsored 401(k) plan