Environmental Project Manager

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionEnvironmental Project Manager - Water/Wastewater Facilities COMPETITIVE PAY- Based on experience The Environmental Project Manager oversees operational, regulatory, and technical activities across municipal and industrial water and wastewater facilities. This role ensures compliance with IDEM and EPA requirements, manages field operations, supports mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, supervises personnel, and provides mentorship to operators. The position is essential to maintaining safe, reliable, and compliant facility performance across our statewide service footprint. Primary Responsibilities • Operational Oversight — Manage daily operations of water and wastewater systems, including process monitoring, optimization, and troubleshooting. • Regulatory Compliance — Interpret, apply, and document compliance with IDEM, EPA,NPDES, pretreatment, and industrial wastewater regulations. • Project Coordination — Plan, schedule, and execute operational projects, maintenance activities, equipment replacements, and facility improvements. • Mechanical & Electrical Work — Perform hands-on tasks including pump repair, valve maintenance, basic electrical diagnostics, and plumbing work. • Technical Reporting — Prepare operational reports, compliance documentation, sampling logs, incident summaries, and client communications with clarity and accuracy. • Training & Mentorship — Provide guidance to operators, interns, and new hires; support certification advancement and skill development. • Personnel Supervision — Supervise personnel responsible for managing additional facilities, ensuring operational consistency, regulatory compliance, and adherence to company standards. • IDEM Inspection Support — Be onsite for IDEM inspections, support inspectors during walkthroughs, and ensure all operational and compliance information is accurate and accessible. • Regulatory Response — Prepare responses to IDEM Notices, coordinating corrective actions and documentation to ensure timely and complete resolution. • Client & Stakeholder Interaction — Serve as a technical resource for municipal officials, industrial clients, and regulatory agencies. • Statewide Travel — Travel to multiple facilities across Indiana as required. Required Competencies • Certification — IDEM Wastewater Operator License Level III or higher, or Water Treatment WT3 or higher. • Mechanical Aptitude — Strong skills in plumbing, electrical troubleshooting, mechanical repair, and equipment maintenance. • Math & Science Skills — Ability to perform dosage calculations, flow conversions, chemical feed adjustments, and interpret lab results. • Regulatory Knowledge — Understanding of IDEM, EPA, NPDES, and industrial wastewater requirements. • Communication — Strong written and verbal communication; ability to produce clear reports and documentation. • Independence & Judgment — Ability to manage multiple facilities, prioritize tasks, and make sound operational decisions. • No degree required — certification, experience, and technical skill are the primary qualifications. Work Environment • Municipal water and wastewater treatment facilities • Industrial pretreatment and process water systems • Field service conditions including outdoor work, confined spaces, and mechanical environments • Interaction with operators, municipal leaders, industrial clients, and regulatory inspectors Benefits Competitive Pay Mileage Continued Education and Training Annual Bonus Flexible Work Schedule Please send resumes to Equal Opportunity Employer