Water Compliance Project Manager

Job Description

Ensure compliance with the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), Clean Water Act (CWA), ADEQ regulations, and local environmental requirements. Manage regulatory permits, including AZPDES/NPDES discharge permits and drinking water system compliance requirements. Oversee environmental monitoring, sampling programs, compliance reporting, and recordkeeping. Lead regulatory inspections, audits, and agency interactions with ADEQ, EPA, and local authorities. Investigate permit exceedances, compliance concerns, and environmental incidents; implement corrective actions. Ensure compliance with water quality standards, public notification requirements, Consumer Confidence Reports (CCR), and water safety regulations. Develop and maintain environmental compliance programs, policies, and training initiatives. Support capital projects and operational teams by ensuring environmental and regulatory requirements are incorporated into facility upgrades and system improvements. Track regulatory changes and implement processes to maintain ongoing compliance.

Skills and Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Biology, or a related field. 5+ years of environmental compliance experience within water treatment, wastewater treatment, water utilities, or related industries. Experience managing environmental permits, regulatory reporting, inspections, and compliance programs. Strong knowledge of: Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) Clean Water Act (CWA) ADEQ water and wastewater regulations AZPDES/NPDES permitting Water quality compliance and public health requirements Arizona Water or Wastewater Operator Certification. Professional Engineer (PE) or Certified Environmental Professional (CEP). Experience working directly with municipal water utilities, wastewater treatment plants, or industrial water systems.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].