Overview

Overview In this role you ensure reliable, compliant operation of community water, wastewater, and utility systems while guiding small-capital projects. You collaborate with operations teams, regional leaders, and third-party operators to fix deficiencies, maintain permits, and meet regulatory requirements. You develop and update SOPs, provide technical guidance, and support reporting and correspondence with regulators. You are a technical liaison who helps balance compliance with efficiency and cost planning in a multi-site portfolio. This position offers hands-on impact in safeguarding operations and driving continuous improvement within the utilities program. Compensation / Benefitscomprehensive medical and prescription coverage401(k) plan with Sun matchingpaid time off and holidaystuition reimbursementlife and disability insuranceemployee assistance program ResponsibilitiesManage small utility and infrastructure projects up to $50,000 from initiation to completion with technical scoping and oversightEnsure community drinking water, wastewater, and infrastructure operate compliantly and efficiently, coordinating with operators to correct deficienciesCollaborate with Community Managers and regional leadership to address infrastructure issues and develop solutionsReview and validate DMRs, MORs, and sampling reports for accuracy and regulatory complianceProvide technical guidance on regulatory responses prepared by the Construction Services teamMonitor progress on consent orders and ensure timely completion of required actionsDefine permit conditions and review plans and documentation to maintain permitsAct as technical liaison to regulatory agencies and represent the company at compliance meetingsCoordinate team member selection, development, and adherence to policiesCreate and maintain SOPs and utility programs for water and wastewater facilities, including version control and updatesEducate operations teams on SOPs and training programs to ensure policy complianceOversee regulatory correspondence, reports, permit requirements, and milestones, coordinating with Construction Services for response draftsManage preparation and filing of public-supply annual reports and related documents with Construction ServicesContribute to CapEx planning, forecasting, and budgeting for utilities projectsOversee upgrades and replacements of water, wastewater, and utility infrastructure with coordination from Construction ServicesInspect and monitor projects to ensure compliance with plans and regulatory requirementsCoordinate regulatory community notifications and communicate operating cost information to support budgeting with Construction Services Key requirementsHigh School Diploma or GEDBachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Environmental Compliance, or related field (Preferred)7 years of experience in water/wastewater compliance7 years of experience in plant operations, process control, or utility managementStrong communication with field and senior leadershipProficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and permitsProven ability to manage multiple prioritiesExcellent organizational skillsWillingness to travel up to 10% domesticallyValid driver's licenseAdaptability to changing regulatory and organizational needsPreferred Certifications/Licensures: Drinking Water & Waste Water Operator Licenseeffective communicationstrong organizationprioritization and multitaskingregulatory complianceinterpretation of permits and drawingsSOP development and maintenance