Area Manager

Inframark LLC in; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Inframark LLC is seeking an Area Manager (Finance) to oversee multiple projects within an assigned area. The role emphasizes formulating goals, implementing strategies, and ensuring SOP compliance while driving business development and contract negotiations.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree with 7+ years in water or wastewater operations, plus certification readiness and strong leadership capabilities to manage teams and governance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 7+ years of experience in water/wastewater facility operation or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain appropriate water/wastewater certification based on facility managed.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and internet.

Responsibilities

• Formulates and implements project goals, strategies, and SOPs.
• Manages new business development activities and contract negotiations, renewals, and scope expansions.
• Maintains contract compliance and account management; assists with client retention plans and new contacts.
• Reviews and monitors financial performance of all projects; tracks purchasing.
• Leads hiring, onboarding, performance management, training, development, salary, promotions, transfers, and terminations.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Leadership

Team management

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Area Manager (Finance)

JOB FUNCTION / PURPOSE
The Area Manager is responsible for ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of multiple projects within an assigned area.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Formulates and implements project goals, strategies, and SOPS.
Manages new business development activities and contract negotiations, as well as securing renewals and scope expansion. Maintains contract compliance and account management. Assists with the development of client retention plans. Initiates new client contacts.
Reviews and monitors the financial performance of all projects in assigned area. Tracks/reviews all purchasing.
Manages teams related to hiring, on-boarding, performance management, utilization, training, development, salary, promotions, transfers and terminations. Coaches individual and team performance and improvement.
Ensures that all SOPs are followed, and DOT, OSHA and other requirements are met.
Conducts routine facility inspections. Interacts with regulators as required. Meets with client representatives and council to discuss facility operations, maintenance and capital projects as required.
Leads all Safety efforts, including training, documentation and compliance.
Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree and 7+ years of experience in the operation of a water or wastewater treatment facility or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Licenses/Certifications: Valid Driver's License. Ability to obtain appropriate water or wastewater certification based on facility managed.
Technical: Knowledge of water/wastewater facilities. Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications & internet. Ability to interpret analytical results.
Communication: Communicates clearly & professionally. Contributes to a positive internal & external customer experience. Maintains composure in challenging situations. Collaborates with others. Asks for constructive feedback. Promotes a culture of diversity, respect & accountability. Challenges other through productive discussion.
Problem Solving & Quality: Pays attention to detail. Identifies & solves complex issues. Thinks "big picture" when assessing problems/opportunities. Develops innovative & creative solutions.
Managing For Results: Follows all company policies & SOPs. Delegates, prioritizes & manages the work of others. Balances competing priorities, scheduling issues & deadlines. Delivers effective feedback. Manages cost, quality & expedience.
Leadership & Initiative: Motivates & empowers others. Acts in accordance with company vision, mission & values. Takes accountability for own performance. Willing to take on additional assignments. Seeks out opportunities for leadership & development. Trains, coaches & mentors others. Champions change.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must be able to: frequently lift 50-60 pounds; load, unload & move large equipment/tools; access confined spaces; continuously walk and climb stairs and ladder.

TRAVEL
5-10%

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.To support a safe and secure workplace, all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of background screening, drug testing, and driving record review where applicable.

Inframark is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

Learn more about us at Operations and Maintenance - Inframark