WTP Site Operations Manager

GHD; Questa (NM); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD seeks a Site Manager to lead the Questa, NM wastewater plant operations, overseeing construction, installation, and commissioning in line with timelines and budgets. You will coordinate a multidisciplinary team, ensure safety, and manage interfaces with clients and contractors.

The role emphasizes reliability, compliance, and continuous improvement across WTP and WCS systems. Qualified candidates will have 10+ years in industrial operations, 5+ years in site leadership, and familiarity with

Qualifications

• 10+ years of industrial operations or maintenance experience.
• Experience managing water or wastewater facilities, mining, or similar plants.
• 5+ years in a Site Manager or similar leadership role.
• Experience supervising multidisciplinary teams.
• Familiarity with CMMS, environmental compliance, and contractor management.
• Knowledge of ASME, API, ISO standards.
• Proficient in Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Certs such as PMP or NEBOSH preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all on-site operations for the WTP and WCS.
• Oversee safety, environmental compliance, staffing, and subcontractors.
• Coordinate maintenance planning, scheduling, and look-ahead CMMS work orders.
• Ensure compliance with permits, OM&M plans, and site procedures.
• Provide technical leadership to improve reliability and performance.
• Interface with project team, contractors, and client representatives.
• Promote continuous improvement and a strong safety culture.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Safety culture

Team leadership

Project planning

CMMS knowledge

Education

PMP certification

NEBOSH certification

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

CMMS

Job description

Job Description

There's no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we're committed to helping you do exactly that! Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in.

Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

The Site Manager will lead and manage all on-site activities for the wastewater treatment plant (WTP) based in Questa, NM. The role is responsible for ensuring successful execution of construction, installation, and commissioning works in compliance with project specifications, timelines, budget, and quality standards. The Site Manager will act as the key interface between the project team, contractors, and client representatives while maintaining the highest standards of safety and operational excellence.

The Site Manager is the senior on-site leader responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient operation and maintenance of the Questa Mine Wastewater Treatment Plant (WTP) and Water Collection System (WCS). This role leads the Site Management Team and oversees operations, maintenance, safety, environmental compliance, staffing, subcontractors, maintenance planning, and client interface activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all WTP operations and maintenance activities.
• Supervise site personnel, including operations, maintenance, laboratory, and HSE staff.
• Ensure compliance with national pollution discharge elimination system (NPDES) permit requirements, OM&M plans, site procedures, and regulatory obligations.
• Manage staffing, work planning, scheduling, and prioritization of site activities.
• Provide technical leadership to improve reliability, efficiency, and operational performance.
• Oversee spare parts inventories, procurement of materials, and maintenance planning activities.
• Coordinate subcontractors performing specialized maintenance and repair work.
• Utilize computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)-generated work orders and look-ahead schedules for preventive and predictive maintenance planning.
• Manage emergency repairs and coordinate with Chevron representatives regarding maintenance requirements.
• Oversee waste oil management, facility maintenance, and site infrastructure programs.
• Promote a strong safety culture and support continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• 10+ years of industrial operations or maintenance experience.
• Experience managing water or wastewater treatment facilities, mining operations, industrial remediation facilities, or similar process plants.
• Experience supervising multidisciplinary teams.
• Familiarity with CMMS systems, environmental compliance, and contractor management.
• At least 5 years of experience in a Site Manager or similar leadership role.
• Proven experience in SWRO desalination or large-scale water treatment projects.
• Strong knowledge of wastewater treatment processes, equipment, and construction practices.
• Familiarity with international standards and codes (e.g., ASME, API, ISO).
• Proficiency in project planning and management tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).
• Relevant certifications such as PMP or NEBOSH (preferred).
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex (including same sex); sexual orientation; gender identity; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability or handicap; citizenship status; service member status; or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.