Senior Water/Wastewater Operations Project Manager

Senior Water/Wastewater Operations Project Manager

Location:Mokena, IL

Brand:Baxter & Woodman, Inc.

Your future position: Senior Water/Wastewater Operations Project Manager

Choose your location: Bannockburn, Crystal Lake, Chicago, Naperville, or Mokena, IL offices.

Why you should join our team! Why Baxter & Woodman?

At Baxter & Woodman, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long-lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary and being honored as one of the 2025 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.

About the role, Your Impact

Baxter & Woodman has a rewarding opportunity for a Senior Water/Wastewater Operations Project Manager in our Municipal Services Department. We are seeking qualified applicants for our Crystal Lake, Chicago, Naperville, or Mokena, IL offices.

What your day-to-day will look like

Coordinate Communications between B&W, client and contractor for our capital improvement programs.

Coordinate and Administer Water/Wastewater Start-up's after Construction.

Complete Operational Reviews of Water/Wastewater Plans during design.

Visit and Troubleshoot Water/Wastewater Facilities when needed for municipal clients.

Assist in Rate Studies, Alternate Water Studies, Capital Improvement Plans, and Asset Management Plans.

Act as Responsible Operator in Charge (ROINC) for one or multiple water/wastewater treatment facilities.

Ensures regulatorypliance and submit DMR's to IEPA.

Direct operators and labors in proper water/wastewater operations.

Establishes positive working relationships with representatives ofmunityanizations, state/local agencies and associations, City management and staff, and the public.

Responsible forpliance with all federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to the water and wastewater systems.

Provide on-site Municipal staffing assistance to several clients.

W required, serve as part-time staff technician to local municipality.

Prepare and submit permits for local municipal projects.

Coordinate work done by other departments for local municipality.

Review development plans from Client Perspective forpliance with local requirements including stormwater management, grading, sanitary sewers, water lines, and transportation aspects.

Consult with other reviewers regarding electrical, photometric, and structural issues.

Assess the need for permits from other agencies.

Assess impacts to on-site and adjacent private and public facilities

Provide rmendations for improving on-site or adjacent facilities in conjunction with the development.

Prepare written review reports;municate with village staff, developers, and designers.

Respond proactively to inquiries from village staff and officials, developers, designers and adjacent property owners.

Assist with preparation, documentation, and improvement of review procedures.

Performs other assignments as required.

Education Requirement

A bachelor's degree in an environmentally focused degree program is preferred.

Certifications/Licenses:

Illinois IEPA Wastewater Treatment Operator's License (Optional).

Illinois IEPA Water Treatment Operator's License.

Must-haves, what you will bring

10+ years' experience operating in a water or wastewater treatment facility or related experience required.

Must have significant experience in a water/wastewater operations and laboratory procedures.

Must have knowledge of NPDES limits for wastewater quality and wastewater treatment facility regulations.

Excellent technical writing and verbalmunication skills.

Ability to explain technical issues to non-technical municipal staff and officials.

Ability to work with local government staff and officials.

Must have a valid U.S. Driver's License.

Compensation The pay range for this role is $90,000-$115,000. Actualpensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.

You matter! Our outstanding benefits - At ouranization, we prioritize the holistic well-being of our employees through aprehensive range of benefits. Thismitment is evident in our healthcare offerings, including medical, dental, and vision plans, alongside an Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support. Financial well-being is enhanced through our financial planning program, life and disability insurance, tax savings plans, and coverage for accidents, cancer, and critical illnesses. Balancing work and life, we provide generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and flexible work arrangements, including the option to work from home on half Fridays and varied schedules. Additionally, we lead the industry by offering 401k plans, supported by expert financial advisors, and an Employee Stock Ownership program, ensuring our employees are not just part of a workplace but a thriving, supportivemunity dedicated to their well-being, financial security, and happiness.