Job Description

Woodard & Curran is an employee-owned engineering science and operations firm dedicated to clean water a safe environment healthy communities and happy people. We foster an inclusive collaborative culture that supports professional growth flexibility and meaningful work empowering our employees to make a lasting impact on our clients communities and the planet.

LEAD A TEAM THAT DELIVERS SAFE RELIABLE WATER EVERY DAY

Were seeking an experienced Water Distribution Manager to lead our operations and maintenance team supporting Public Water Supply District #2 / East Central Missouri in St. Charles County Missouri. This is an exciting opportunity to oversee critical public infrastructure lead a talented team and make a direct impact on the communities we serve.

If youre a hands-on leader who enjoys developing people driving operational excellence and managing large-scale water distribution systems wed love to hear from you.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:30am until 4:00pm.

What Youll Do:

As Water Distribution Manager youll oversee the operation maintenance and reliability of a large and complex drinking water distribution system serving approximately 150000 residents across a 600-square-mile service area.

In this role you will:

• Lead mentor and develop a team of 12 skilled water distribution professionals fostering a culture of safety accountability teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Manage an annual operating budget of approximately $1.7 million ensuring efficient and reliable system performance.
• Oversee the maintenance repair and reliability of more than 700 miles of water distribution piping and associated infrastructure.
• Direct a proactive valve maintenance program exercising approximately 12000 system valves on a five-year rotation.
• Coordinate the annual testing of approximately 5800 fire hydrants to support public safety and system readiness.
• Manage system flushing programs including the annual flushing of approximately 1400 dead-end water mains to maintain water quality throughout the distribution network.
• Plan prioritize and execute maintenance repair and capital improvement projects across the system.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable drinking water regulations and operational requirements.
• Collaborate with clients stakeholders and internal teams to deliver exceptional service and operational performance.
• Support emergency response efforts and system reliability initiatives as needed.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on critical public infrastructure while leading a dedicated team responsible for delivering safe reliable drinking water to the communities we serve.

What Were Looking For:

• Three or more years of experience managing water distribution systems.
• Missouri Drinking Water Distribution Operator Certification Level DS-III or the ability to obtain it within the first year of employment.
• Experience leading personnel and managing operational budgets.
• Working knowledge of Missouri drinking water regulations and distribution system requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training is preferred.
• Valid drivers license with a good driving record.

Physical Requirements:

This position includes a combination of office and field-based work. Candidates must be able to:

• Regularly lift carry push or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Walk active job sites and distribution system facilities.
• Climb ladders stairs and access utility infrastructure as needed.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Respond to operational and emergency situations when necessary.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all safety procedures.

Additional Information:

Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check pre-employment physical and drug screening prior to employment.

What We Offer:

• Employee ownership and the opportunity to share in the companys success.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities within a national engineering and operations firm.
• The opportunity to lead a high-performing team serving a large and growing community.
• Support for professional development and industry certifications.
• Collaboration with experienced operators engineers scientists and environmental professionals.
• Meaningful work that helps protect public health and ensure reliable drinking water service.
• A culture focused on safety teamwork innovation and continuous improvement.

Join Our Team:

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced water professional looking to grow their leadership career while making a lasting impact on the communities they serve.

Join Woodard & Curran and help deliver safe reliable water while leading a team committed to operational excellence.

$95000 - $105000 a year

Woodard & Curran offers a comprehensive benefits package. For more information about our benefits & workplace policies visit Benefit & Policy Information - Woodard & Curran .

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