DC Water

Manage and oversee the asset management and operation of sewer system vertical assets, including odor control facilities, ensuring compliance and optimal performance. | Requires a DC Professional Engineer’s License, 5-7 years of sewer system management or odor control experience, and a Bachelor's in Civil or Environmental Engineering. | The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties, locations, and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this job. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description, and incumbent(s) may be required to perform work-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description. This job description is not a “contract” between the employee and the Authority. The job duties and essential functions may be changed at the discretion of the General Manager. General Job Title: Program Manager, Vertical Asset Job Code: P0447 Supervises Directly: No New or Revised: Revised Regular or At-Will: At-Will Date Last Revised: 1/23/2026 Exempt or Non-Exempt: Exempt Compensation Approval Signature: Union/ Non-Union: Non-Union Division: Department: Operations Pumping-Potomac Interceptor Salary Schedule: Non-Union Salary Range Cost Center Code: 815012 Grade: NU17 Essential Position: Yes Reports To: Manager, Potomac Interceptor EEO Code: Professionals Work Format Hybrid Who We Are & What We Do: At DC Water, we provide more than 700,000 District of Columbia residents and 24.6 million annual visitors with essential water, wastewater, and stormwater services. DC Water also provides wholesale wastewater treatment services for 1.8 million people in Montgomery and Prince George's counties in Maryland, and Fairfax and Loudoun counties in Virginia. We aspire to be known for superior service, ingenuity, and stewardship to advance the health and well-being of our diverse workforce and communities. To achieve this vision, we commit to our shared mission every day—exceeding expectations by providing high quality water services in a safe, environmentally friendly, and efficient manner. Role Description: The Program Manager, Vertical Asset is responsible for implementing asset management strategies for the Potomac Interceptor Sewer System and Clean River Tunnel System Vertical Assets, this includes identification of CIP, responsibility for the operation and maintenance management of the odor control facilities at the Potomac Interceptor and Pump Stations, Clean River Tunnel Vertical Assets, and coordinating responses to odor emergencies, and securing and maintaining all compliance permits. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: For the purposes of this part, the term “practice of engineering” means the application of special knowledge of the mathematical, physical and engineering sciences and the methods of engineering analysis and design in the performance of services and creative work including consultation, investigation, expert technical testimony, evaluation, planning, design and design coordination of engineering works and systems, planning the use of land and water, performing engineering surveys and studies, and the review of construction for the purpose of monitoring compliance with drawings and specifications, in connection with any utilities, structures, buildings, machines, equipment, processes, work systems, projects, and industrial or consumer products, or equipment of a control systems, communications, mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or thermal nature, that may involve safeguarding life, health, or property, and including such other professional services as may be necessary to the planning, progress, and completion of any engineering services. Develops, implements, and maintains the Potomac Interceptor Renewal Facility Plan, to include odor control facilities at the Potomac Interceptor Sites and Pump Stations, to include responsibility for minimizing possible odor complaints from residents. Develops, implements and maintains the Clean River Vertical Assets to include Ventilation Control Vault (VCVs), sump pumps and other electromechanical installations. Manages vertical assets of the Potomac Interceptor and Clean River Tunnel and ensures proper and safe operation by remote monitoring of various parameters through Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition computer system. (SCADA) Overseas the implementation and on-going maintenance of high priority Potomac Interceptor projects, to include working independently, and with internal groups of employees, supporting departments, contractors and consultants. Reviews the design of public works that impact the structural integrity of the Potomac Interceptor, and ensures that any construction work in the vicinity of the Potomac Interceptor does not adversely impact the Pl. Overseas and is responsible for minimizing odor complaint by investigating, initiating media replacement, and reaching out to local residents. Develops and updates SOPs, Odor Control Plans, and maintain Permits as required by regulatory agencies including EPA, Virginia DEQ, District DOEE and Maryland MDE. Ensures that preventive maintenance is conducted at all odor control facilities and VCVs according to the maintenance manual and approved standards. Responsible for the implementation of Long-Term Corrosion Prevention Program (LTCPP), including Sewer Processing Model and Chemical Dosing. Ensures the Potomac Interceptor is regularly inspected internally and externally, and that the odor control facilities instrumentations operate properly, and are properly calibrated. Updates the Potomac Interceptor management documents including Potomac Interceptor Renewal, Odor Control Facilities Operation and Maintenance Manual, and Odor Control Plans. Develops and submits CIP project recommendations for Potomac Interceptor and Clean River Tunnel Vertical Asset Renewal which helps to operate the odor control facilities in an optimal manner. Conducts annual stakeholder outreach by interacting with other Authority staff, local residents, contractors, and consultants. Performs other work-related duties as requested. Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A Key Working Relationships: Interacts with co-workers in the department, throughout the Authority, and with the general public. Skills & Qualifications: The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability necessary for an individual to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable amounts of training are provided. Required Skills & Qualifications Required Experience: Five to seven (5-7) years of progressive experience in sewer system management, or design experience in odor control facilities operation. Minimum Education Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related field from an accredited college or university. Required Skills: Strong understanding of asset management principles. Strong analytical. planning, and organizational skills. Strong leadership, interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills. Must possess and maintain strong personal computer skills, to include a working knowledge of applicable software programs (i.e., Word, MS Project, Excel, email, etc.). A good working knowledge of odor filtering media. Required Licenses & Certifications: Must possess a DC Professional Engineer’s License. Physical Requirements: General office conditions. Occasionally subject to external elements such as extreme cold and/or hot temperatures. Preferred Skills & Qualifications Preferred Experience: N/A Preferred Education Requirements: N/A Preferred Skills: N/A *The work environment characteristics described in the physical requirements section of the required skills & qualifications table are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities. Your Experience at DC Water: At DC Water, our people make us an industry leader. Join a group of thinkers, innovators, and problem solvers focused on protecting life’s most precious resource in the nation’s capital. Take pride in your work. We provide an essential service and do work that matters. A career at DC Water is an exciting opportunity to help improve the environment and make a lasting difference for the community. Connect to a strong culture. Everything we do is grounded in our shared values—accountability, trust, teamwork, customer focus, safety, and wellbeing. Be your true self. We are an inclusive organization that embraces diversity, and we recognize and celebrate employees’ individuality and unique contributions. Build your skills and career path. We are committed to developing a future-ready workforce by helping our employees develop skills for the jobs of tomorrow. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination against “qualified individuals with disabilities”. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please email complianceada@dcwater.com.