Utilities Infrastructure Lead (water, gas, sewer, and storm)

OverviewUtilities Infrastructure Lead (water, gas, sewer, and storm)LOCATION: NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, CAJOB STATUS: Full-timeCLEARANCE: NoneCERTIFICATION: D2 Water Distribution OperatorTRAVEL: <10%SALARY: $140,000 – $170,000Astrion has an exciting opportunity for an Utilities Infrastructure Lead located at NASA Ames Research Center in Mountain View, CA. The Utilities Infrastructure Lead will support the facilities and infrastructure (water, gas, sewer, and storm) of NASA Ames Research Center. The Utilities Infrastructure Lead ensures long-term reliability of underground networks through strategic lifecycle planning, contractor oversight, and expert technical direction during repairs and capital improvements.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLSBachelor’s degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering with 5–10 years' experience, or 10+ years hands-on experience in construction, oversight, and maintenance of large-scale horizontal infrastructureA valid D2 Water Distribution Operator certification is required.Flexible in adapting to deadlines, changing schedules, competing priorities, and unpredictable eventsThorough, detail oriented, and organized, with excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize tasksFamiliar with and able to present data and recommendations to a diverse audience of project managers, engineers, technical staff, and contractorsSuperb verbal and written communication skillsSelf-motivated and independent thinkerPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS NASA, federal, state, or local government experience highly desiredKnowledge and experience working within Federal and California facilities infrastructure (water, gas, sewer, and storm) a benefitExperience with aerospace facilities and infrastructure an advantageExceptional customer relationship management highly desirableYou may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what is outlined, but if you think you can bring Utilities Infrastructure value we encourage you to applyRESPONSIBILITIESThe responsible Project Authority for all horizontal utility systems (excluding electrical) at NASA Ames Research Center, encompassing potable water, industrial wastewater, sanitary sewer, natural gas, and storm drain systems.Develop a 5-to-10-year master plan for all horizontal piping systems including Cost-benefit analysesProvide precise technical direction during utility repairs and perform field inspectionsEnsure compliance with EPA, Federal, CA State Water Resources Control Board, and DOT regulationsEnsure projects strictly comply with the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), American Water Works Association (AWWA) standards, and OSHA safety protocols for trenching and shoringProvide technical requirements for equipment replacement Write detailed technical requirements for emergency repairsLead root-cause analyses for major utility failures and implement leak detection strategiesPerform design review and evaluate engineering blueprints and oversee hydraulic modelingSupport technical reviews of any equipment replacement RFI’s/quotes to ensure compliance with the technical requirements Identify, communicate, and deconflict tasks, deliverables and project impactsWorking with the project managers and technical staff to forecast, plan, and track project performanceInterface with Government, contractors, and project partner staff for tasks, updates, and statusResponsible for monthly, annual, and project milestone review assessments and reports#CJ#LI-AD1