Area Director

Synagro partners with stakeholders to clean our water, protect our environment and serve our communities by generating worth from what others consider waste. We work to protect the health of our water, our Earth and those who depend on them now and in the future. Synagro takes pride in having zero layoffs during the pandemic and the business continues to thrive during difficult times.

What good is a job without great benefits to reward your hard work? Here are some highlights of what Synagro has to offer:

• 15 days paid time off
• 10 Holidays
• Medical/Dental/Vision (within 30 days of hire)
• Health Saving Account (HSA) with company match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with company match (fully vested upon hire)
• Career growth and promotional opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement

JOB SUMMARY
Has P&L responsibility and provides planning and leadership to multiple operational/field projects within a defined geographic area. Coordinate Customer facing activities with Sales team to improve relations and achieve area sales goals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Foster a culture that promotes a safe work environment though the development and implementation of safety plans and training; maintain environmental and regulatory compliance standards.
2. Proactively deliver financial results commensurate with operations budget and company goals
3. Improve employee relations by building a healthy organization, by promoting a culture of respect consistent with company values.
4. Drive change by challenging the status quo, developing a culture of learning and continuous improvement.
5. Create an operating cadence (rhythm) that utilizes appropriate tools and incorporates clear communication and accountability for business results.
6. Drive customer retention and business growth by proactively seeking to understand customer needs and exceed their expectations; support and implement new sales opportunities.
7. Develop organizational capacity by clearly defining roles, responsibilities, providing feedback, coaching and development for all staff.
8. Deliver expected results through effective project execution, financially and customer relations, by ensuring appropriate personnel and equipment resources are available for efficient performance
9. Effectively lead and manage multiple projects and managers to ensure successful project execution

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
1. Strong written and verbal communication skills and be able to effectively communicate with all levels of personnel including executive management.
2. Ability to work in dispersed, fast-paced operational environment.
3. Ability to travel up to 50%
4. Demonstrated ability to effectively delegate and build a culture of accountability for results.
5. Technology savvy; knowledgeable about modern technology, proficient in Microsoft Office.
6. Ability to obtain any necessary state certifications and licenses that are required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
1. Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline/engineering/business management required, MBA preferred.
2. 8+ years of increasing management responsibility, experience in industrial services, manufacturing or engineering industries.
3. Minimum of 5 years in a P&L leadership role managing multiple sites.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Talking, Hearing, and Seeing. Sitting, Standing and Walking.
2. The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.
3. The worker is subject atmospheric conditions: One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: Fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.
4. The worker is subject to hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to bio-solids.
5. This position requires travel and overtime.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all essential job functions, knowledge, skills, abilities, efforts, and physical or working conditions associated with a position.

AA/EOE/M/F/D/V

We thank all individuals for their interest in Synagro however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Bachelors of Business Administration (preferred)
Bachelors of Engineering (preferred)