Wastewater Assistant Project Manager - Spokane, WA

Industry

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’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical infrastructure and environmental challenges. As an Industrial Pretreatment Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in protecting public health and the environment by ensuring industrial wastewater meets regulatory standards before entering treatment systems. Your work directly supports sustainable water management and helps communities thrive.

As an Assistant Project Manager, based in Spokane, WA, you support the Project Manager in directing day-to-day project operations and is expected to acquire a solid understanding of all aspects of the project and its management. They will assist the Project Manager with contract administration, annual planning, performance tracking, client communications, and the implementation of project objectives.

Placing safety as the highest priority, the candidate must be able to demonstrate good judgement and independently make personnel, maintenance, and operational decisions to meet regulatory and project objectives. The successful candidate will be expected to learn and apply company and industry best practices while mentoring and developing subordinate staff through coaching, training, and leading by example. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills are essential during both routine operations and emergency situations. A successful candidate will be able to communicate effectively and professionally with staff, the client, and any external resources.

In a supervisory capacity, the candidate will be in direct charge of the maintenance staff ensuring adequate staffing and meeting the project’s preventive and reactive maintenance needs. The candidate will also support operations and laboratory teams as necessary and will need to maintain availability for after-hours and emergency needs. The candidate will assist in preparing monthly, quarterly and annual reports.

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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Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Place safety above all else, follows safe work practices and actively promoting a strong safety culture among team members

• Solve unique challenges associated with one of the most sophisticated facilities in the industry

• Lead a dynamic and motivated Maintenance team in a way that makes challenging work rewarding and fun. Participate in the training and development of associates into future company leaders

• Demonstrate good judgement and discretion in the execution of day-to-day duties and interactions with colleagues, supporting a productive and professional work atmosphere

• Apply critical and creative thinking to optimize processes and bring innovative solutions to challenging problems

• Analyze operations and maintenance procedures, process telemetry, and performance metrics to make informed decisions and process changes, ensuring full compliance with NPDES and air quality permits

• Maintain the project’s Computerized Maintenance Management System, ensuring it remains accurate and up-to-date and that work orders are issued and completed in a timely manner

• Assist with planning, organizing, operation, maintenance, modification, and improvement of the Spokane County Regional Water Reclamation Facility (SCRWRF) 

• Maintain accurate records and preparing reports required by the client, regulatory agencies, the company and Project Manager

• Assist in the development and tracking of operating budgets and provide support in procurement and contractor management

• Communicate effectively and professionally, both written and verbally, maintaining effective working relationships with employees, the client, consultants and the general public

Here's what you'll need

• Possession of a Group IV Washington state wastewater operator certificate

• High school diploma or GED

• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities, including at least two (2) years at a supervisory level

• 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

• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation including standard operating procedures, O&M manuals, engineering drawings and schematics

• 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

Ideally, You'll Also Have:

• Associates 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

• Willingness to interact with the larger professional field in Eastern WA and the regional Pacific Northwest Clean Water Association

Working Conditions:

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

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

73,300.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

96,350.00

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, 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 $73,300.00 to $96,350.00. 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. Job posted on October 09, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

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

City State Country
Spokane	Washington	United States
Boise	Idaho	United States