Program Manager - Wastewater Treatment Operations

Caladwich Consulting LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Caladwich Consulting LLC is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead wastewater treatment operations and related plant facilities. You will oversee operators, supervisors, and technicians, coordinate maintenance, and manage engineering projects in collaboration with government and contractor stakeholders.

The role emphasizes safe, reliable operation and performance, with an focus on project execution and process improvements across multiple facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical, environmental, or mechanical engineering or related science.
• 5+ years of project management and/or supervisory experience with engineering degree, or 10+ years with other technical degree.
• Proven proficiency overseeing general operation of wastewater pretreatment facilities and related processes.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems design and engineering, including process controls.
• Strong written and verbal communication, leadership, and personnel management skills.
• Knowledge of federal government contracting, procurement, and FAR regulations.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Manage wastewater treatment and related plant facilities, including operators, supervisors, mechanics, and technicians.
• Coordinate maintenance, emergency repairs, and ongoing plant operations.
• Oversee modifications to chemical and mechanical processes; coordinate design and engineering.
• Lead facility upgrades, equipment replacement, and project execution.
• Manage engineering specifications, submittals, contracts, and invoices.
• Evaluate operations; recommend improvements and SOPs.
• Resolve plant operational problems and technical issues.
• Provide direction to multidisciplinary personnel and coordinate subcontractor work.
• Support quality controls, project schedules, technical reporting, and stakeholder communication.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical, environmental, or mechanical engineering

Tools

CMMS software

Microsoft Office

PLC/HMI knowledge

Job description

Description

Program Manager - Wastewater Treatment Operations

Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) | Washington, DC.

Position: Full-Time / On-Site (301 14th Street SW, Washington, DC 20228)

JOIN OUR TEAM!

Caladwich is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead wastewater treatment and associated plant operations supporting the Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) in Fort Worth, Texas. This role provides leadership over operational staff, plant maintenance, technical projects, and coordination with Government and contractor stakeholders.

The Program Manager contributes directly to the safe, reliable operation and maintenance of critical wastewater treatment and related process facilities, with an emphasis on plant performance, quality, and effective project execution.

WHO WE ARE

Caladwich is a U.S.-based Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and SBA 8(a) certified company providing professional services and mission support solutions to federal agencies worldwide. Our capabilities include Acquisition Support, Program Management, Logistics Support Services, Process Improvement, Asset Management, and Operational Support Services.

As a Veteran-owned company, our mission remains steadfast: Integrity. Solutions. Results.

Core Responsibilities

• Manage wastewater treatment and related plant facilities, including operators, supervisors, mechanics, and technicians.
• Coordinate maintenance, emergency repairs, and ongoing plant operations.
• Oversee modifications to chemical and mechanical processes, including design and engineering coordination.
• Lead facility upgrades, equipment replacement, equipment overhauls, and related projects.
• Manage and analyze engineering specifications, project submittals, pricing reductions, purchase orders, customer and vendor invoices, and contract modifications.
• Evaluate plant operations and maintenance; recommend redesigns, facility improvements, technical specifications, policies, and standard operating procedures.
• Resolve plant operational problems and technical issues.

Operational Support

• Provide direction and supervision to multidisciplinary personnel and coordinate subcontractor work.
• Support plant quality controls, project schedules, technical reporting, and stakeholder communication.
• Apply sound business management practices to plant operations and project activities.
• Coordinate with Government personnel, vendors, engineers, and operational staff regarding work requirements and plant performance.
• Use computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and standard office applications to support operational oversight.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical, environmental, or mechanical engineering preferred; a degree in an applicable science curriculum may also be relevant.
• At least five (5) years of project management and/or supervisory experience with an engineering degree, or ten (10) years of experience with other technical degree.
• Proven proficiency overseeing general operation of a wastewater pretreatment facility and/or process plants involving several administrative or similar projects.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems design and engineering, including process controls.
• Strong written and verbal communication, leadership, and personnel management skills.
• Knowledge of federal government contracting, procurement, and applicable regulations, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Other Requirements / Preferred Experience

• Familiarity with CMMS software.
• Experience working with programmable logic controllers (PLC) and human-machine interfaces (HMI) in plant operations preferred.
• Ability to coordinate across diverse technical and operational teams.