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Project Director - Water

San Francisco, CA · On-site

... Water business across Northern California. As part of this growth, we are looking for an experienced Project Director to take a senior role across client development, project delivery and business ...

Gulfshoresal

MANAGING DIRECTOR (Water)

Brownsville, TX · On-site

$180 - $280/hr

The Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB) is seeking a strategic and accomplished Managing Director for Water to join its executive leadership team. Reporting directly to the General Manager ...

Gfoat

MANAGING DIRECTOR (Water)

Brownsville, TX · On-site

$180 - $240/hr

The Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB) is seeking a strategic and accomplished Managing Director for Water to join its executive leadership team. Reporting directly to the General Manager ...

AECOM

Program Director, Water/Wastewater

Atlanta, GA · On-site

The Program Director, Water / Wastewater provides senior leadership and oversight for the successful delivery of large, complex water/wastewater programs of significant strategic and public value ...

AECOM

Program Director, Water/Wastewater

Atlanta, GA · On-site

The Program Director, Water / Wastewater provides senior leadership and oversight for the successful delivery of large, complex water/wastewater programs of significant strategic and public value ...

AECOM

Program Director, Water/Wastewater

Atlanta, GA · On-site

The Program Director, Water / Wastewater provides senior leadership and oversight for the successful delivery of large, complex water/wastewater programs of significant strategic and public value ...

AECOM

Program Director, Water/Wastewater

Atlanta, GA · On-site

The Program Director, Water / Wastewater provides senior leadership and oversight for the successful delivery of large, complex water/wastewater programs of significant strategic and public value ...

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A Director of Water is responsible for overseeing the management and operation of water resources, utilities, or water treatment facilities. They develop policies, ensure compliance with environmental regulations, and manage budgets for water services. Their role often involves supervising staff, implementing water conservation programs, and coordinating with government agencies to ensure safe and reliable water supply. They play a critical role in planning for future water needs and responding to water-related emergencies. Effective communication and leadership skills are essential for this position.

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Directors of Water frequently encounter challenges such as maintaining aging infrastructure, ensuring regulatory compliance, and meeting increasing demand with limited budgets. They must coordinate across departments to implement conservation initiatives and respond to emergencies like water quality issues or supply disruptions. Successful directors balance operational efficiency with strategic planning, often leading multidisciplinary teams and engaging with local government, environmental agencies, and the public.

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MANAGING DIRECTOR (Water)

American Water Works Association

Brownsville, TX • On-site

$170 - $210/hr

Other

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

The Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB) is seeking a strategic and accomplished Managing Director for Water to join its executive leadership team. Reporting directly to the General Manager & CEO, this executive will provide leadership for BPUB’s water & wastewater utility operations, ensuring the delivery of safe, reliable, and sustainable services to a rapidly growing community.

This role offers a unique opportunity to guide long-term infrastructure planning, capital investment, regulatory compliance, operational performance, and environmental stewardship while advancing the mission of one of the nation’s largest municipally owned utilities.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (include the following)
  • Directs assigned utility operations functions to ensure safe, reliable, compliant, and cost-effective, and timely service delivery.
  • Leads implementation of strategic priorities, business plans, and performance objectives for assigned functions.
  • Develops short- and long-range strategies, goals, and action plans based on operational needs, risk, and service expectations.
  • Identifies, evaluates, and advances business initiatives and continuous improvement opportunities aligned with BPUB’s mission and changing priorities.
  • Plans and directs programs and activities across assigned divisions, departments, and senior staff.
  • Oversees development and management of O&M and CIP budgets for assigned functions; monitors expenditures and recommends adjustments.
  • Establishes performance monitoring and reporting for assigned functions; provides timely updates and recommendations to executive leadership and the Board as required.
  • Develops, recommends, and administers policies, procedures, and internal controls for assigned functions.
  • Ensures compliance with applicable safety, reliability, environmental, and regulatory requirements; identifies and mitigates operational and enterprise risks.
  • Represents BPUB with local, state, and national partners, agencies, and industry organizations; supports intergovernmental and community relations.
  • Promotes a consistent, positive organizational image and communications with customers, stakeholders, and employees.
  • Leads, coaches, and develops senior management and professional staff; supports talent planning and accountability for results.
  • Carries out other related duties and responsibilities within the scope of executive authority, as appropriate to the operation and administration of a municipally owned utility.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities, including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal of all designated staff.
  • May assume the duties and responsibilities of an executive team member in their absence.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an Accreditation Board for Engineering & Technology (ABET) accredited university is required, a bachelor’s degree in a closely related field may be considered. Twelve (12) years of municipal or utility operations experience, at least five (5) of which in a senior management capacity are required. A Master’s degree is preferred and may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience.

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