Operations Manager

Overview

Classification: Exempt/Salaried Position

Anticipated Pay Range :
Commensurate with Experience & Qualifications

Reports to: USST General Manager

Department: USST Operations Department;
Dewatering Services

Location: Orlando, FL

Job Type: Full-Time/In-Field Position

Position Overview: The Dewatering Operations Manager is responsible for leading and managing US Submergent Technologies’ dewatering operations as part of the company’s strategic expansion and growth initiative launching in 2026. This role oversees all dewatering field crews, manages day-to-day execution of dewatering projects, and serves as the primary operational point of contact for dewatering clients from project initiation through completion.

The Dewatering Operations Manager plays a critical role in building and scaling this new revenue stream, ensuring projects are executed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and in line with client expectations, while aligning with USST’s operational standards and growth objectives.

• Dewatering Project Management & Execution:
  Manage all aspects of dewatering projects from contract award through project closeout
• Oversee project planning, scheduling, manpower allocation, and equipment utilization for dewatering operations
• Ensure all dewatering systems are installed, operated, monitored, and demobilized in accordance with project requirements and engineering specifications
• Track project progress, costs, and performance to ensure adherence to scope, schedule, and budget

• Directly oversee dewatering field crews, including foremen, operators, and labor personnel
• Ensure crews are properly staffed, trained, and equipped to execute work safely and effectively
• Provide on-site leadership, coaching, and performance management to field personnel
• Enforce company policies, safety standards, and operational procedures across all dewatering projects

• Serve as the primary operational liaison for dewatering clients throughout the lifecycle of each project
• Conduct regular client communications, including progress updates, issue resolution, and coordination meetings
• Address and resolve field-level challenges, scope changes, and client concerns in a professional and timely manner
• Support client satisfaction and retention through consistent delivery of high-quality work
• Attend the client pre-bid meetings, as needed or required

• Ensure strict adherence to all safety regulations, environmental requirements, and company safety programs
• Promote a strong safety culture on all dewatering job sites, including job hazard analyses, tailgate meetings, and compliance documentation
• Ensure dewatering operations comply with applicable permits, environmental regulations, and project specifications
• Monitor quality control to ensure systems perform as designed and contractual obligations are met

• Coordinate the mobilization, operation, maintenance, and demobilization of dewatering equipment
• Work with internal teams to ensure availability of pumps, piping, power systems, and related assets
• Identify equipment needs, operational improvements, and efficiencies to support scalability of dewatering services

• Report directly to the USST General Manager on project status, staffing needs, safety performance, and operational metrics
• Provide regular updates on active and upcoming dewatering projects
• Collaborate with sales, estimating, and leadership teams to support future dewatering opportunities and project planning
• Assist in developing best practices, standard operating procedures, and workflows for dewatering operations as the business grows
• Work closely with the USST General Manager to assist in developing new estimates/proposals for clients and accurately pricing out new Dewatering Projects.

• 7+ years of experience in dewatering, construction operations, environmental services, or related field operations
• Demonstrated experience managing dewatering projects and supervising field crews
• Strong understanding of dewatering…