Field Area Manager - Industrial Wastewater

Location: Houston
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

Company Description Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia's Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world's most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future. Job Description The Field Area Manager oversees industrial water treatment systems for an assigned portfolio. They lead a team of Field Service Employees to ensure they meet targets and objectives. This role involves project leadership, people management, customer interaction, and technical skills to help grow our services operations. Key Characteristics Technically proficient in understanding and addressing issues that affect our water systems Provides leadership and ensures the highest standards of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) and Quality for the site teams Leads and motivates Field Service Representatives, encouraging collaboration and a positive work environment Focused on achieving the contractually required quantity and quality of water Involved in the recruitment and professional development of Field Service Employees within the designated geographic area and contracts portfolio Responsible for tracking operational metrics, including system performance, employee utilization, overtime, and operational costs Assists in establishing and maintaining robust connections with our clientele Collaborates with commercial leaders to develop and expand the business Duties & Responsibilities Supervises 10 to 15 employees within a region to ensure proper scheduling and utilization Collaborates with CAPEX project managers to maintain clear communication for smooth and efficient operations Management of small projects, including Mobile Water Systems and Refurbishments Reviews and edits engineering drawings & P&IDs Implementing changes to improve project efficiency and effectiveness Ensure stakeholders are updated on modifications to the project and contract timeline, as well as scheduling Anticipates potential issues, such as outages, technical difficulties, and additional customer needs, and makes necessary adjustments accordingly Scheduling field service personnel and coordinating with territory managers to allocate equipment and purchase materials Estimating time, cost, and resource needs for each task Assists in the career development and growth of Field Service Representatives Utilizes data analysis and reporting to monitor contract performance, develop contract budgets and financial forecasts Manages operational and maintenance risks, escalates critical issues when needed Reports project progress, staff utilization, and contract spend versus budget to leadership Administration of Preventative Maintenance programs across various project lines and customer accounts, recording corrective maintenance actions Qualifications Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Proficient in team building and management Accountability Initiative Process improvement Project management, project controls Computer proficient Analytical skills Adaptability and Management of Change - bonus if experienced in change management! Financial acumen Ability to read and redline engineering drawings and P&ID's Knowledge of OSHA Standards and other Quality and Safety protocols Problem solving skills with a reliable and thorough approach to work Excellent organizational and time-management skills Communication skills Preferred: Knowledge of the water treatment process in an industrial setting, in particular wastewater processes Must excel at managing multiple tasks and following up both internally and externally Proficient in Google Suite, Tableau, and Salesforce Thorough understanding of industrial maintenance activities, including permitting Education & Experience Required: BS degree in a technical field - for example Chemistry, or Chemical, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or five years' experience and relevant leadership experience in industrial water, wastewater, or food & beverage water treatment solutions or related field Ability to obtain a TWIC card Preferred: Certification in Project Management; active training in Project Management coursework, such as Six Sigma Root Cause Analysis training Wastewater License Certifications in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering/Technology Certifications or experience in leadership Experience in water plant operations or maintenance Working Conditions Ability and willingness to work in range of environments to include but not limited to industrial wastewater and food/beverage Ability and willingness for on call status for emergency response Estimated travel associated with this role - 50% Additional Information At Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We're an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Because our people are our greatest assets, we also offer competitive compensation and benefits that include: Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1! Life Insurance Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Parental Leave 401(k) Plan - 3% default contribution plus matching! Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts AD&D Insurance Disability Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity VWTS does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles will be deemed the property of VWTS, and no fee will be due. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

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