Licensed Surface Water & Wastewater Treatment Project Manager - Pampa, TX

Jacobs; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs seeks a Licensed Surface Water & Wastewater Treatment Project Manager to lead operations for a 6 MGD water plant, 3 MGD wastewater plant, and related wells/lift stations. You will mentor certified operators and manage project finances and safety performance.

Travel up to 10% is expected; valid driver’s license and state certifications are required to ensure compliance and safe operations across sites.

Qualifications

• Licensed professional with water/wastewater expertise and project leadership.
• Experience managing surface water and wastewater treatment operations.
• Knowledge of permit compliance and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations and maintenance of 6 MGD surface water and 3 MGD wastewater plants; manage wells and lift stations.
• Lead a team of operators; manage project financials and safety performance.
• Prepare required reports and maintain records; ensure compliance with permits.

Skills

Project management

Water treatment

Wastewater treatment

Leadership

Permits/compliance

Travel flexibility

Education

Engineering/Environmental Science/Business Administration degree

High school diploma

Tools

Maintenance Connection

HachWIMS

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

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Your impact

Jacobs is seeking a Licensed Surface Water & Wastewater Treatment Project Manager to join our collaborative team in Pampa, TX. As the Project Manager, you’ll work with project staff to oversee the operations, compliance reporting, maintenance of equipment and quality control testing of a 6 MGD surface water treatment plant and a 3 MGD wastewater treatment plant. Additionally, you will be responsible for operation and maintenance of 8 operating water wells and 2 WW lift stations. Partnering with other team members and our client you’ll apply knowledge of the principles, methods and tools employed in the general operation of pumps, valves, motors and related equipment, water and wastewater process control, permit compliance, and safe work practices. You’ll also have the opportunity to monitor, record and operate the water waste water treatment processes; diagnose operating problems and direct effective correction procedures; prepare required reports and maintain complete recordkeeping procedures; analyze recording instrument readings and laboratory test results and adjust various plant processes accordingly; perform plant inspections to determine efficiency of operations, cleanliness, and maintenance activities including remedial action in emergencies; supervise, evaluate and train employees and perform other duties as required. As project manager, you will be leading a team of motivated and certified operators while also managing the project’s financials and safety performance.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Texas Surface Water Treatment Class B Certification (Equivalent certifications from other states may be considered through reciprocity)
• Texas Wastewater Treatment Class B Certification (Equivalent certifications from other states may be considered through reciprocity)
• Five years of progressive experience in water and wastewater treatment
• Able to travel up to 10%
• Valid State Driver’s License with no major infractions

Ideally, You’ll Also Have

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge and experience in the principles and practices of water and wastewater treatment operations; general equipment maintenance; and safe work practices.
• Familiar with NPDES, and other applicable permits, with successful permit compliance
• Associates or College degree in Engineering, Environmental Science or Business Administration
• A minimum 3 years of supervisory experience
• Knowledge of laboratory practices and certification
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the client, the public, coworkers, elected and appointed officials
• Fundamentals of preparing and executing budgets
• Experience in report preparations
• Proficiency or knowledge of computer software including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Maintenance Connection, and HachWIMS.

Working Conditions

Safety is a core value at Jacobs. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $90,000.00 to $115,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on August 31, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

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