Manager, Asset Management - (26-WWT-810003-349)

DC Water; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

DC Water is seeking a Manager, Asset Management to lead the Asset Management program across the Wastewater Treatment operations. You will supervise staff, coordinate with operations, engineering, warehousing, and procurement to optimize resources and asset performance.

The role requires nine years of progressive experience in maintenance of industrial equipment, plus CMMS administration and strong leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Nine years of progressive experience in maintenance of industrial/process equipment.
• Asset Management experience including admin of a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate Asset Management activities and supervise subordinates.
• Interface with operations, maintenance, engineering, warehousing, and procurement to optimize materials and workforce.
• Maintain asset records, Maximo data, and equipment history.
• Manage budget requests for equipment, supplies, and materials.
• Ensure safety and compliance with rules and procedures.
• Assist with short- and long-term planning and goal development.
• Oversee and implement Asset Management program initiatives.
• Lead Authority-wide Asset Management initiatives.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Management skills

CMMS admin

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

PC skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Maximo CMMS

Job description

General

Job Title: Manager, Asset Management

Job Code: OA0165

Supervises Directly: Yes

New or Revised: Revised

Regular or At-Will: At-Will

Date Last Revised: 1/20/2026

Exempt or Non-Exempt: Exempt

Compensation Approval Signature:

Union/ Non-Union: Non-Union

Department Name and Division: WWT-Operations, Operations

Salary Schedule: Non-Union Salary Range

Cost Center Code: 810006

Grade: NU18

Essential Position: Yes

Reports To: Director, Operations & Process Engineering

EEO Code: Officials and Administrators

Work Format: In-Person

Who We Are & What We Do

At DC Water, we provide more than 700,000 District of Columbia residents and 24.6 million annual visitors with essential water, wastewater, and stormwater services. DC Water also provides wholesale wastewater treatment services for 1.8 million people in Montgomery and Prince George's counties in Maryland, and Fairfax and Loudoun counties in Virginia. We aspire to be known for superior service, ingenuity, and stewardship to advance the health and well-being of our diverse workforce and communities. To achieve this vision, we commit to our shared mission every day—exceeding expectations by providing high quality water services in a safe, environmentally friendly, and efficient manner.

Role Description

The Manager, Asset Management is responsible for planning, implementing, and coordinating the activities of the units as they interface with the department's Asset Management Program. Responsible for the overall planning and supervision of subordinates and for inspections performed by subordinates on facilities and equipment throughout the Wastewater Treatment Plant. Responsible for maintaining accurate asset engineering, operational and maintenance records. Responsible for interfacing with the Chief Engineer to develop the most cost-effective asset management program. This role serves as the leader in Authority wide Asset Management programs and initiatives.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Monitors, assesses, and coordinates the activities of subordinates.
• Coordinates ongoing activities as they interface with operations, maintenance, operations, engineering, warehousing, and procurement personnel to ensure effective and economical use of materials and workforce.
• Establishes, maintains, and ensures that all information and data necessary to perform work are obtained on a timely basis.
• Reviews and modifies inspection reports, work orders, detailed records of services rendered, equipment history, cost studies, equipment evaluations, standard maintenance procedures, and workforce schedules.
• Evaluates for correctness and/or implements changes in reports or reporting procedures as required.
• Oversees and is responsible for budgetary requests for equipment, supplies, and materials.
• Ensures the adherence to safety, care of equipment and conduct, rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Monitors and evaluates the programs and initiatives progress towards meeting goals and makes adjustments in objectives, work plans, schedules, and commitment of resources.
• Assists the Department Directors with short-term & long-term planning and goal development.
• Manages the Asset Management software system - Maximo. Responsible for the accuracy of asset records, including asset attributes, parts lists, and work plans.
• Performs other duties and projects as assigned at the discretion of the Director, Wastewater Treatment Operations.
  

Supervisory Responsibilities: Provides planning and administration in the selection, assignment, supervision, promotion, discipline, and training of direct reports.

Key Working Relationships: Relationships: Interacts with officials throughout the Authority, other government and outside entities, and private consultants and contractors.

Skills & Qualifications

The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability necessary for an individual to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable amounts of training are provided.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Required Experience

Nine (9) yearsof progressive experiencerelatingtothe maintenanceand upkeepofawidevarietyofindustrialandprocessrelated equipment.

Asset Management experience including experience as an administrator of the computerized maintenance management system.

Minimum Education Requirements

Bachelor'sdegree in Civil Engineeringor relatedfield from an accreditedcollege oruniversity.

Required Skills

• Knowledge of engineering, principles, and management.
• Comprehensive knowledge in the maintenance of a wide variety of industrial process related equipment.
• Skill in computerized maintenance management systems.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Utilizes personal computer and maintains a working knowledge of applicable software programs (i.e., word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail, etc.).

Required Licenses & Certifications

N/A

Required Languages

English

Physical Requirements

Generalofficeconditions.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

Preferred Experience

Master’s Degree in Engineering.

Preferred Education Requirements

N/A

Preferred Skills

N/A

*The work environment characteristics described in the physical requirements section of the required skills & qualifications table are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities.

Your Experience at DC Water

At DC Water, our people make us an industry leader. Join a group of thinkers, innovators, and problem solvers focused on protecting life’s most precious resource in the nation’s capital.

Take pride in your work. We provide an essential service and do work that matters. A career at DC Water is an exciting opportunity to help improve the environment and make a lasting difference for the community.

Connect to a strong culture. Everything we do is grounded in our shared values—accountability, trust, teamwork, customer focus, safety, and wellbeing.

Be your true self. We are an inclusive organization that embraces diversity, and we recognize and celebrate employees’ individuality and unique contributions.

Build your skills and career path. We are committed to developing a future-ready workforce by helping our employees develop skills for the jobs of tomorrow.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination against “qualified individuals with disabilities.”

If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please email [e-mail].