Project Manager II / Engineer

Veolia NA; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid volunteering

Job summary

Veolia North America seeks an Assistant Manager Wastewater to oversee wastewater treatment and collection operations in Highland Lakes and Princeton Meadows regions. You will supervise daily activities, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead staff development while collaborating across departments to drive improvements.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s degree and 7–10 years’ experience in water/wastewater management, with strong knowledge of treatment processes and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience in a regulated utility.
• 7–10 years of experience in business management preferably water and/or wastewater utility management.
• Relevant industry experience in water treatment, hydraulics, or water/wastewater operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment and collection systems.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and environmental standards.
• Lead and mentor staff with emphasis on training and knowledge transfer.
• Coordinate with departments for infrastructure improvements and operational enhancements.
• Manage assets and develop maintenance strategies for system care and improvements.
• Respond to customer complaints and inquiries related to wastewater services.
• Develop and maintain operational policies and procedures to optimize efficiency.
• Participate in emergency response planning and management.

Skills

Wastewater treatment

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Business Administration

Job description

Company Description

Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.

Job Description

Position Purpose:

The Assistant Manager Wastewater is tasked with overseeing the efficient and compliant operations of all wastewater treatment and collection systems in the Highland Lakes and Princeton Meadows regions. This role includes supervising the day-to-day activities of wastewater facilities, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing maintenance and operational improvements.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment and collection systems.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and environmental standards.
• Lead and mentor staff, focusing on continuous training and knowledge transfer.
• Coordinate with various departments for infrastructure improvements and operational enhancements.
• Manage assets efficiently and develop maintenance strategies for system care and improvements.
• Respond to customer complaints and inquiries related to wastewater services.
• Develop and maintain operational policies and procedures to optimize efficiency.
• Participate in emergency response planning and management.

Qualifications

Education/Experience/Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience in a regulated utility.
• A minimum of 7 – 10 years of experience in business management preferably water and/or wastewater utility management.
• Relevant industry experience in water treatment, hydraulics, or water / wastewater operations.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of wastewater treatment processes and collection systems.
• Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in environmental compliance and safety practices.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Competence in developing and implementing operational strategies and SOPs.

Required Certification/Licenses/Training:

• Certifications in wastewater treatment operations preferred.

Additional Information

Benefits: Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! 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.