Senior Utilities Operations Lead – Water & Wastewater

Waggoner Engineering; Bossier City (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

WEI Incentive Program

Healthy Workplace Program

Employee Referral Bonus

Competitive Health Benefits

Career Development and Training

Flexible/Hybrid Schedule

Community Service Opportunities

Job summary

Waggoner Engineering in Bossier City, LA is seeking an Assistant Utilities Director to lead the North Louisiana utilities practice, directing treatment operations, field services, and capital projects. You will collaborate with the Director of Public Utilities, manage staff, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and build client relationships with city administration and regulators.

The role requires strategic oversight, strong communication, and the ability to translate policy priorities

Qualifications

• Louisiana Class IV operator certification (preferred).
• Experience leading municipal utility operations.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day priorities and cross-functional coordination.
• Coach plant and project managers; accountability.
• Oversee water/wastewater treatment facilities and utility infrastructure.
• Coordinate with city administration, regulators, and contractors.
• Ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Staff leadership

Budgeting & financial acumen

Regulatory compliance

Strategic planning

Job description

Waggoner Engineering in Bossier City, LA is seeking an Assistant Utilities Director to lead the North Louisiana utilities practice, directing treatment operations, field services, and capital projects. You will collaborate with the Director of Public Utilities, manage staff, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and build client relationships with city administration and regulators.

The role requires strategic oversight, strong communication, and the ability to translate policy priorities