Regional Operations Leader - Water & Wastewater (Remote)

Jimmy Jazz; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Company vehicle

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Alliance Water Resources is seeking a Regional Operations Manager for the Kansas City region, offering remote or on-site work, full-time exempt status, with travel of 3–6 overnights per month to oversee a portfolio of utility operations in eastern Missouri.

In this leadership role you will guide multiple divisions, drive budgeting and strategic planning, ensure regulatory compliance, and empower local managers to deliver safe, compliant service.

Qualifications

• Progressive experience managing utility or municipal operations (water and wastewater districts a big plus).
• Experience leading budgeting, strategic planning, and client negotiations.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Knowledge of water and wastewater systems, regulatory environments, and public administration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general management of assigned operating units and guide local managers on staffing, training, performance and development.
• Lead budgeting, strategic planning, and client negotiations for each division.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with environmental, safety, and contract standards.
• Foster strong client and public relationships; represent Alliance at board/council meetings.
• Support business development and cross-departmental initiatives.
• Travel to sites regularly to engage with teams and ensure operational excellence.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic planning

Client relations

Budgeting

Staff development

Education

BA/BS in Business, Public Administration, Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field

Job description

Alliance Water Resources is seeking a Regional Operations Manager for the Kansas City region, offering remote or on-site work, full-time exempt status, with travel of 3–6 overnights per month to oversee a portfolio of utility operations in eastern Missouri.

In this leadership role you will guide multiple divisions, drive budgeting and strategic planning, ensure regulatory compliance, and empower local managers to deliver safe, compliant service.