Program Director (Public Works/Wastewater/Fleet)-Hinesville, GA job in Hinesville

CH2M HILL Program Director - Hinesville, GA.
The challenge? To provide a range of custom-tailored operations and maintenance solutions. CH2M HILL performs full public works in addition to the following project work for the City of Hinesville, GA: water, wastewater, collections, distribution, lift stations, meter reading, water and sewer construction, parks and grounds, streets and drainage, household and green brush collection, vehicle/fleet maintenance and mosquito control. The Program Director ensures that the City’s mission, council direction and core values are incorporated into operational activities and services.

CH2M HILL began providing services to the City of Hinesville’s (the City) 7.15-million gallon per day (mgd) wastewater treatment plant in 1984. In 1992, the City selected CH2M HILL for comprehensive management of its entire 88-person Public Works Department, including utilities and fleet. The project serves a population of 34,000 plus wastewater treatment for Fort Stewart Army Installation.

We are looking for a Program Director who has performed highly complex professional administrative work, planning, organizing, directing and coordination of the Public Works department and programs which include but are not limited to Finance, Human Resources, Information Systems, Purchasing/Procurement, Heath & Safety, Risk Management and other assigned administrative department and programs for the Project. The Program Director for the Hinesville project is responsible for the success and profitability of the Project and terms and conditions of the Contract with the City of Hinesville, GA.

Specific Responsibilities:

Researches new technologies and trends and recommends the implementation of programs and equipment to help the department achieve its objectives more efficiently

Meets all contractual and regulatory requirements on a very large project, typically meaning a complex project that is larger than eight million dollars a year with more than 45 employees

Responsible for the overall management and leadership of the project including Profit and Loss

Responsible for the planning, organization, operations, maintenance, and improvement of the facility or facilities that they manage

Responsible for maintaining the operation process control including compliance with regulatory agenciesDirects the development and administration of a large, complex project budget and financial plan

Provides leadership in the O&M quality process

Develops the annual Project Business Plan

Provides leadership and management for all personnel functions including staffing, compensation, training and development, progressive discipline, rewards and recognition and termination in accordance with Standard Company Policy

Communicates effectively, both written and verbally with supervisors and subordinates

Administers and monitors operational budgets to attain financial objectives

Establishes and monitors objectives for subordinate salaried personnel and performance objectives for treatment plants within his or her responsibility

Maintains technical operational skills at the highest level and remains informed of the latest developments in the field

Establishes cooperative relationships with subordinates, vendors, contractors, and all others contacted during work assignments

Provides primary client relationship with client political decision makers, management and technical personnel and reports regularly as to client confidence, satisfaction, and/or problems

Implements O&M training programs to develop all levels of associates at regional sites, recommends new training requirements, undertakes to advance professional skills, mentors new project managers and those of the contract operating teams with a written plan

Reviews monthly contract service reports for each installation, advising managementas to project status, regulatory agency permit compliance, and technical/plant management attitudes

Creates interest and support in the development of cost/savings programsPerforms other duties as required

Basic Qualifications:

• 4 year degree or equivalent career experience plus significant Public Works training
• 12-15 years of experience in the operations and maintenance of a Public Works projects
• 10 years experience at a supervisory level
• Excellent communication skills including written, oral and presentation styles
• Possess a valid driver’s license with no major infractions in past 5 years

At CH2M HILL, the greatest challenges provide the biggest rewards. Each day, your drive and creative ideas will be providing solutions that help build a better tomorrow. Whether it is the pride that comes with accomplishment, personal growth or making a difference in the world, you will discover true success in a career that brings out the best in you at CH2M HILL. Ready? Let’s get to work.

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CH2M HILL is an Equal Opportunity Employer