Senior Program Manager - Wastewater/Wetlands/Borrow Pit

Skookum Aerospace Manufacturing; Hinesville (GA); On-site; USD 128,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

401(k) employer contribution after 90‑

Flexible Spending Accounts

11 paid holidays

Vacation accrual

Tuition assistance

Professional development

EAP

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Tessera is seeking a Senior Program Manager for Wastewater/Wetland/Borrow Pit at Fort Stewart, GA. This exempt, full-time role focuses on regulatory compliance, permit renewals, inspections, and program management across water quality and wetland projects.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in environmental conservation and stormwater with specific wastewater program expertise, plus required certifications. Competitive benefits and professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in Environmental Conservation Management, Stormwater Management, with a minimum of 5 years demonstrated experience providing Wastewater Program technical support functions in an environmental field or contract.
• Must possess a contractor provided HAZWOPER certification.
• Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission Level 1B Certified Inspector Certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections of lift stations, septic systems, and wastewater treatment facilities in accordance with ARARs.
• Prepare Quarterly Summary Report of sampling and data collection.
• Complete NPDES and LAS permit renewals and modification preparation.
• Complete Sanitary sewer extension submittals and septic tank permits.
• Prepare DMRS and data collection as described in tasks.
• Manage wastewater permits and develop permit-required reports.
• Review Government-provided wastewater projects and documents for ARAR compliance.
• Provide aid during regulatory inspections (State and Federal) including records review and site inspections.

Skills

Environmental management

Stormwater management

Wastewater program support

Education

Georgia Level 1B Certified Inspector

HAZWOPER certification

Job description

Senior Program Manager – Wastewater/Wetland/Borrow Pit

Location: Fort Stewart, GA • Type: Exempt • Work Schedule: Full-Time • Compensation: $142,000-$142,000

Benefits

Full-Time benefits of a Sr. Program Manager – Wastewater/Wetland/Borrow Pit at Tessera include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Elective 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% employer discretionary contribution after 90-days of employment
• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
• 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave
• Potential shared earning bonus
• Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
• Verizon wireless discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

Tessera is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” by hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities as well as veterans with disabilities.

We take pride in our purpose-driven culture, our core values - Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity - and our commitment to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Typical Duties

• Perform inspections of lift stations, septic systems, and wastewater treatment facilities in accordance with Applicable or Relevant and Appropriate Requirements (ARARs).
• Prepare Quarterly Summary Report of sampling, monitoring station data collection, data analysis, trend monitoring as described in this Task.
• Complete NPDES and LAS permit renewals and modification preparation and submission.
• Complete Sanitary sewer extension submittals and septic tank permits.
• Prepare Quantitative Data Collection and Complete Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) as described in this Task.
• Manage wastewater permits and develop permit required reports.
• Review Government-provided proposed wastewater projects, job orders, and other documents for completeness and accuracy in accordance with ARARs.
• Provide expertise and assessments for sewage releases and conduct a follow-up sampling, if required.
• Provide aid with no-notice regulatory inspections (both State and Federal) to include records review and site inspections (anticipate at least one no-notice inspection could occur any given quarter).
• Update GIS files/layers and development of site maps.
• Perform water quality sampling, VOC sampling, and any permit-related sampling in accordance with ARARs.
• Complete Wastewater Permit/Water Quality training quarterly for environmental and non-environmental personnel (e.g., Environmental Compliance Officer Quarterly Training Course).
• Perform wetland assessments and formal delineations.
• Conduct a comprehensive review of Installation projects and training proposals for wetland concerns by performing all relevant action items described in this Task.
• Perform Jurisdictional Determination request, drafting and submitting Clean Water Act Section 404 (Nationwide, Regional General, and Individual) and Section 401 Water Quality Certification permit packages to regulatory authorities.
• Prepare permit modification as project design shift tracking permits and project construction phases.
• Manage the on-post and off-post wetland mitigation banks, keep track of their associated ledgers, and monitor Federal and State regulatory and legislative policy changes.
• Prepare inspection reports in accordance with the required monitoring of Wetland and CWA permits (CWA 401/404 compliance) for wetland mitigation and/or restoration projects.
• Conduct inspections for required E&S analysis of mitigation sites, ranges, river and stream crossings, over utilized training areas and facilities in accordance with ARARs and the requirements specified in this Task.
• Prepare Quarterly Assessment Reports comprised of the site-specific recommendation reports and conceptual corrective action plans, including documentation of progress toward completion of the required inspection with associated photo-documentation, maps, and checklists/inspection reports.
• Update GIS files/layers of the location or system segment inspected (tracked by year inspected) and identify systems exhibiting E&S control problems.
• Provide aid with regulatory inspections (both State and Federal) to include records review and site inspections.
• Provide Borrow Pit Program management.
• Prepare a monthly summary of the inspections and the sampling completed during the month.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in Environmental Conservation Management, Stormwater Management, with a minimum of 5 years deomostrated experience providing Wasterwater Program technical support functions in an environmental field or contract.
• Possess a minimum Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission Level 1B Certified Inspector Certification.
• Must possess a contractor provided HAZWOPER certification.

Physical Requirements

• Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance.
• The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.
• Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking.
• Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required.
• Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.

Requirements

• A valid state driver’s license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance.
• Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act.
• Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access.
• A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.

Date Posted: 11/02/2026

Tessera is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Tessera is here to help you with the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at [phone] or email [e-mail].

Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled - Tessera participates in E-Verify.

We currently support over 1,700 employees across 13 states and Washington, D.C., and continue to expand nationwide.

Working here is more than just a job; it’s a meaningful career that enables you to make a positive impact every day.