Assistant Project Manager - Municipal Utilities Leader

Inframark LLC; Douglas (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Inframark LLC is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join our Municipal Operations & Utilities Leadership team in Douglas, GA. You’ll be second-in-command for a large municipal ops and maintenance group, overseeing wastewater, water treatment, distribution, sewer collections, and public works.

You will drive operational excellence, workforce development, and client relations. The role emphasizes budget awareness, capital planning, and succession planning, with opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license.
• Active Wastewater Operator License (or equivalent state-issued wastewater certification) preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory and operational experience in municipal wastewater operations.
• Experience managing, leading, or scheduling large teams of 50+ employees.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams in utility, municipal, public works, or wastewater environments.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
• Proven ability to make sound operational, financial, and personnel decisions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the operational leader and trusted partner to the Project Manager.
• Lead and support a diverse workforce responsible for utility operations, maintenance, and public works services.
• Manage daily activities of wastewater treatment facilities and associated utility operations.
• Develop and implement operational improvements that enhance service quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Coordinate workforce planning, scheduling, and resource allocation across multiple departments.
• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Assist in developing and managing annual operating budgets.
• Monitor revenues and expenditures while analyzing monthly budget variances.
• Identify opportunities for operational efficiencies and cost savings.
• Support planning efforts for major capital improvement projects and infrastructure investments.
• Recruit, interview, train, mentor, and develop personnel.
• Provide coaching and performance feedback to supervisors and staff.
• Administer performance management and progressive discipline processes.
• Build high-performing teams through leadership, communication, and employee engagement.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
• Maintain accurate operational records and regulatory reports.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with municipal clients and stakeholders.
• Support regulatory inspections, audits, and reporting requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Communication

Decision making

Supervisory experience

Education

Wastewater Operator License (or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Inframark LLC is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join our Municipal Operations & Utilities Leadership team in Douglas, GA. You’ll be second-in-command for a large municipal ops and maintenance group, overseeing wastewater, water treatment, distribution, sewer collections, and public works.

You will drive operational excellence, workforce development, and client relations. The role emphasizes budget awareness, capital planning, and succession planning, with opportunities for advancement