Operations specialist Jobs in Hartford, CT

At Jacobs, we don’t settle - always looking beyond to raise the bar and deliver with excellence. We apply our expertise and knowledge as we look into the future with great optimism and focus. We don’t settle until we give our best and know that we’re making a difference.Jacobs has an exciting opportunity to support our Operations Management & Facilities Services (OMFS) projects & business across the U.S. as a Senior Operations Specialist and have a direct hand in challenging today and reinventing tomorrow! As a Senior Operations Specialist, you’ll be working with operational delivery managers and our clients to support various projects within the FTC portfolio. You'll provide senior technical skills in water / wastewater systems, in a lead position, on projects for internal and external Jacobs and O&M Full Contract Operations (FCO) clients. In addition, you'll provide technical knowledge on project development, facility designs, startups or commissioning, system reviews or optimizations, and O&M pricing. Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

• Provides client and business development support for projects or pursuits
• Evaluates facilities operations, maintenance and management, and recommend improvements Assists with startups, development of operational budgets, guidelines, performs training, and performance evaluations for new facilities and execute the same
• Analyzes process control procedures and recommend changes, where needed
• Establishes cooperative relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and clients
• Provides onsite supervisory technical and managerial functions in support of internal or external client projects on short-term (up to 6 months) basis, as necessary
• Fills in for a FCO project manager, process lead or maintenance lead on short-term (up to 3 months) basis, as necessary
• Prepares budgets, reports, and scopes for projects or pursuits
• Creates Standard Operating Procedures, Process Control Narratives, and O&M Manuals for our projects
• Provides leadership and support of key technical tools used in O&M Consulting services, such as pricing and process models, maintenance models, training programs, staffing analysis tools, and other core business processes fundamental to performing our consulting activities.
• Maintains a safe environment and person while enforcing same standards for the business and O&M Coworkers
• Creates and delivers presentations (written and oral) to internal and external clients on findings related to project workAny other related duty as assigned or requested We are looking for someone that can take initiative, drive positive change, bring enthusiasm, and apply effective communication skills across all levels of the organization. We need a team player who excels in a collaborative environment but can also work proactively and independently with little direction. If you’re the one, come be a part of our team and grow with us! This is a hybrid position working from home with travel requirements to project sites.#omfs #ourjacobs #bia #challengeaccepted
• Water or Wastewater certification of the highest level in the state located
• Ten (10) years' experience in water / wastewater system facilities including knowledge of the technical aspects of water / wastewater system budget preparation and financial accountability
• Knowledge of safety and quality processes
• Knowledge and experience with computer software including but, not limited to, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Valid U.S. State Driver License with no major infractions
• Valid U.S. passport
• A combination of the appropriate type and level of education and experience maybe substituted for the minimum education requirements
• Willingness to travel approximately 75% of the time, including internationallyIdeally, You'll Also Have :
• High school education with post education in technical or college level courses
• International travel and work experience preferredWorking Conditions & Physical Requirements : The work area can involve a working environment indoors, as well as, outdoors which could cause exposure to outdoor elements; proper environmental attire will be required. Some areas can have loud noise, active machinery, high pressure fluid systems, electrical equipment, confined spaces, heights and depths, fumes, air borne particles, noxious gases, pathogens and various chemicals. Safety is of the utmost importance. The use of appropriate safety equipment will be mandatory in these areas to prevent hazardous contact. Must be able to sit, stand, stoop, twist and bend at the waist, turn, kneel, squat, raise arms above shoulder height, grasp, reach, perform repetitive hand movements and fine coordination when preparing reports and using a computer keyboard, have vision sufficient to read computer screens, printed documents and operate office equipment, have hearing in the normal range with or without correction. In an 8-hour time period must be able to transport self across the facility, ascend and descend stair steps, lift objects up to 50 pounds from floor level to waist height, wear and use appropriate safety equipmentJacobs is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.