Job description

Job Summary

The Utility Management Consultant, under guidance from a Senior Consultant, will provide project management, strategic, and analytical support for core Blue Cypress contracts. This person will be expected to conduct assessments and analyses, plan new strategies, design new initiatives, and support implementation of new business practices, information management tools, etc.

Responsibilities may include:

• Consult regarding a broad range of best management practices with water, wastewater, and/or storm water utilities including asset management, information management, and maintenance management best practices.
• Work with senior consultants and client staff to perform business process/work method assessments, conduct project research/data collection, perform analyses, and generate reports.
• Plan, design, and implement operations and maintenance optimization and capital renewal strategies for water, wastewater, and/or stormwater for utilities.
• Perform analyses on large utility datasets such as: GIS, computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), Fats, Oil and Grease (FOG), condition inspection databases, capacity assessment/hydraulic modeling, etc.
• Perform services on-site or off-site to support client staff performing their day-to-day activities such as planning/scheduling, condition assessment, capacity assessment, contractor management, etc.
• Design and implement analytics and dashboard platforms
• Conduct business development

Minimum qualifications include:

• Outstanding verbal and written communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Enthusiasm, professionalism, and creativity
• Must be detailed oriented, and able to prioritize, multitask, and organize complex projects.
• Degree in Engineering, or related discipline such as environmental science/management
• 4-10 years of experience in the industry
• Strong interest in utility management / asset management consulting services
• Valid driver’s license and excellent driving record
• Able to periodically travel to utilities across the region or country
• Willingness to learn and apply emerging analytical technologies and management consulting best practices

Preferred qualifications include:

• Experience with planning and implementation of infrastructure inspection and condition assessment programs and/or capacity assessment programs
• Planning and implementation of asset management strategies for utilities
• Planning and implementation of maintenance strategies for utilities
• Planning and implementation of capital renewal strategies for utilities
• Design and implementation of information management/decision support systems
• Database and GIS analysis
• Licensed professional engineer (PE) in State of Ohio/Kentucky

Software Proficiencies

• Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Microsoft Specialized applications (Access, Excel, PowerPivot, Visio, Project)
• ESRI ArcGIS Pro
• Understanding of industry software such as Azteca Cityworks, Lucity, Hansen/Infor IBM Maximo, Granite, etc.
• Understanding of data warehouse and business intelligence tools such as Tableau, Qlik, PowerBI, etc.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Company Profile

Blue Cypress Consulting is a vibrant and growing firm based in Decatur, GA, with growing offices in Cincinnati, OH, and Seattle, WA. Formed in 2013, the firm provides clients with best-in-class utility management and community development consulting services. We add value through responsiveness; a focus on innovation; offering honest, respectful, and well-thought-through advice; and high-end analytical services. We strive to stay sharp, monitor and set trends, and think outside the box to offer fresh ideas to our clients. We sweat the details, while keeping our eye on the strategic horizon. Above all, quality and integrity are the touchstones of Blue Cypress culture.

Employee Development – Our Philosophy

We believe in helping our employees align their energy with their passion. We believe in setting our employees up for success by providing structure to develop their careers. We believe in mentorship that nurtures passion and challenges the intellect. We embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and are seeking a candidate with the same passion for making our company their own and changing the world. We support getting involved in community and trade organizations, attending career related training opportunities, and attending conferences to present and to learn.

Benefits of Working with Us

At Blue Cypress Consulting, we offer flexible work arrangements/schedules and strive to promote work/life balance. We utilize remote working tools such as screen sharing and professional conference calling equipment, as well as cloud file storage, enabling our consultants access to their team and data from any client site. We offer competitive paid time off, a retirement account matching program, and comprehensive healthcare plans.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position is responsible for supervising direct reports.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

This is a hybrid position that includes both in-office and remote work. Employees are required to come into the office once per week, with a minimum of 6 times per month. While in the office, the employee will normally work in a temperature-controlled office environment, with frequent exposure to electronic office equipment.

Vaccination Policy

The health and safety of our employees and their families is our top priority. Due to the ongoing nature of the COVID-19 pandemic, we require employees to be fully vaccinated as defined by the CDC. The company will make reasonable accommodations when possible for employees who are unable to be vaccinated because of a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious beliefs.

Travel

There is potential travel up to 25%. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, travel requirements may be adjusted.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement

Blue Cypress Consulting provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Additional Information

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee filling this position. Employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by management. Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this job description. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

Pay: $70,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Please attach a cover letter explaining why you are a good fit for Blue Cypress. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Do you require sponsorship, now or in the future? Please respond with "yes" or "no".

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• GIS analysis: 1 year (Preferred)
• ESRI Arc GIS Pro: 1 year (Preferred)
• Microsoft Office and Specialized applications: 1 year (Required)
• Industry: 5 years (Required)
• Information Management/decision support systems: 1 year (Preferred)
• Capital Renewal Strategies for Utilities: 1 year (Preferred)
• Maintenance Strategies for Utilities: 1 year (Preferred)
• Asset Management Strategies for Utilities: 1 year (Preferred)
• Water/Sewer Industry as consultant or public employee: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• Professional Engineer (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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