Water Treatment Specialist/Project Manager

Elios Talent is seeking an experienced Water Treatment Specialist / Project Manager to lead and execute complex water treatment projects across industrial and energy environments. This role combines technical expertise in water chemistry and treatment systems with project management capabilities to ensure safe, compliant, and cost-effective solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and optimize water treatment programs for industrial processes
• Monitor water chemistry and treatment performance, ensuring regulatory compliance
• Troubleshoot operational challenges related to filtration, chemical dosing, produced water handling, and reuse systems
• Develop SOPs, performance metrics, and reporting dashboards
• Support environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives
• Lead full lifecycle project execution from planning and budgeting to commissioning and handoff
• Coordinate internal teams, field personnel, engineers, and third-party vendors
• Manage schedules, procurement, and cost controls
• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies
• Provide clear updates to stakeholders and executive leadership
• Ensure adherence to environmental regulations and industry standards
• Maintain documentation for audits and inspections
• Promote strong safety culture across field and project teams

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in industrial water treatment, produced water management, or wastewater systems
• Demonstrated project management experience (PMP certification preferred)
• Strong knowledge of water chemistry, treatment technologies, filtration systems, and chemical programs
• Experience managing budgets, timelines, and cross-functional teams
• Proficiency with data analysis, reporting tools, and operational metrics
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Experience in energy, oil & gas, or industrial manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with produced water recycling, injection systems, or large-scale water transfer infrastructure
• Experience with vendor negotiations and contract management