Field Area Manager - Water Technologies

Veolia North America, LLC; Portland (TX); Remote; USD 89,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with company matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Job summary

Veolia North America, LLC is seeking a Field Area Manager to oversee industrial water treatment systems in designated TX regions. You will lead a team of Field Service employees, coordinate with CAPEX project managers, and ensure project success from planning to execution.

Strong leadership, project controls, and technical acumen are required. Responsibilities include budget development, contract spend oversight, and driving safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Quality and Safety protocols.
• Knowledge of the industrial water treatment process.
• Proven track record with Process Improvements and Project Management.
• Experience reading and redlining P&IDs and engineering drawings.
• Experience in change management and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Supervise 10 to 15 employees within a region and manage scheduling.
• Coordinate with CAPEX project managers for clear communication and efficient operations.
• Manage small projects including Mobile Water Systems and Refurbishments.
• Review and edit engineering drawings and P&IDs.
• Understand instrument controls and implement changes to improve efficiency.
• Monitor contract performance and develop budgets/forecasts.
• Lead recruitment and professional development of Field Service Representatives.
• Travel up to 50% within regional TX areas.

Skills

Quality and Safety protocols

Industrial water treatment processes

Project management

Tableau

Salesforce

Google Suite

Analytical skills

Change management

OSHA standards

Team building and leadership

Reading engineering drawings and P&IDs

Education

BS degree in a technical field

Five years of leadership experience in industrial water/wastewater/related

Tools

Tableau

Salesforce

Google Suite

Job description

Company Description

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia's Water Tech Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia's Water Tech Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

Job Description

Field Area Managers oversee industrial water treatment systems in a specific region for a company. They lead a team of Field Service employees to ensure that they meet targets and objectives. This role involves project leadership, people management, customer interaction, and technical skills to help grow our service operations.

Job Summary

Field Area Managers oversee industrial water treatment systems in a specific region for a company. They lead a team of Field Service employees to ensure that they meet targets and objectives. This role involves project leadership, people management, customer interaction, and technical skills to help grow our service operations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervise 10 to 15 employees within a region to ensure proper scheduling and utilization
• Collaborate with CAPEX project managers to maintain clear communication for smooth and efficient operations
• Management of small projects, including Mobile Water Systems and Refurbishments
• Review and edit engineering drawings and P&IDs
• Understanding of instrument controls
• Implement changes to improve project efficiency and effectiveness
• Ensure stakeholders are updated on modifications to the project and contract timeline, as well as scheduling
• Anticipate potential issues, such as outages, technical difficulties, and additional customer needs, and make necessary adjustments accordingly
• Schedule field service personnel and coordinate with territory managers to allocate equipment and purchase materials. Estimating time, cost, and resource needs for each task
• Administer policies in EHS, Human Resources, and Fleet
• Assist in the career development and growth of Field Service Representatives
• Utilize data analysis and reporting to monitor contract performance
• Develop contract budgets and financial forecasts
• Manage operational and maintenance risks and elevate critical issues when needed
• Report project progress, staff utilization, and contract spend versus budget to leadership
• Administration of Preventative Maintenance programs across various project lines and customer accounts, recording corrective maintenance actions
• Responsible for tracking operational metrics, including system performance, employee utilization, overtime, and operational costs
• Assist in establishing robust connections with our clientele
• Collaborate with commercial leaders to develop and expand the business
• Involved in the recruitment and professional development of Field Service Employees within the designated geographic area and contracts portfolio

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of Quality and Safety protocols
• Knowledge of the water treatment process in an industrial setting
• Proven track record with Process Improvements
• Proven track record with Project Management and Project Controls
• A thorough understanding of industrial maintenance activities, including permitting
• Proficient in team building and management
• Technically proficient in understanding and addressing issues that affect our Ultrapure Water System
• Must excel at managing multiple tasks and following up both internally and externally
• Problem-solving skills with a reliable and thorough approach to work
• Proficient in Google Suite, Tableau, and Salesforce
• Excellent analytical Skills
• Experienced in change management
• Knowledge of OSHA Standards
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent communication Skills
• Ability to lead and motivate Field Service Representatives, encouraging collaboration and a positive work environment
• Ability to understand financial acumen
• Ability to read and redline engineering drawings and P&ID’s
• Ability to focus on achieving the contractually required quantity and quality of water

Required

Education & Experience

• BS degree in a technical field - for example: Chemistry, or Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or five years’ experience and relevant leadership experience in industrial water, wastewater, or food & beverage water treatment solutions or related field
• Must be able to obtain a TWIC card

Preferred

• Certification in Project Management; Active training in Project Management coursework; Six Sigma
• Root Cause Analysis training
• Wastewater License
• Certifications or Advanced degrees in Mechanical or Electrical
• Certifications or experience in Leadership
• Experience in water plant operations or maintenance

Working Conditions

• Will work in a range of environments including but not limited to industrial wastewater and beverage
• On-call status for emergency response
• Estimated travel: 50%

Additional Information

• This role is a remote position within the following regions: Houston, Austin, San Antonio, Corpus Christi and Victoria TX**

Join a company that values Responsibility, Solidarity, Innovation, Customer Focus, and Respect. You'll have opportunities for comprehensive leadership development, career advancement, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on sustainability and environmental protection while leading a talented team.

At Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We offer challenging and meaningful careers, and because our people are our greatest assets, we also offer competitive compensation and benefits. Compensation Range for this role will be in the range of $89,000-$102,000 USD annually.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan with company matching!
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

****Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; the employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g., H-1B visa) for this opportunity****

Veolia does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles will be deemed the property of the company, and no fee will be due.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.