Job Description

Overview

Water Treatment Project Manager (Data Center) Remote with 50-70% travel. Supports fleet-level initiatives across the U.S., solves customer water treatment concerns, performs water treatment lab work, and troubleshoots water treatment and control equipment across a data center fleet.

Position Overview

Garratt-Callahan is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager to lead and execute water treatment projects specifically for data center clients. This role requires a proactive individual with strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills, capable of managing complex projects from initiation to close-out. The ideal candidate will possess a strategic mindset, excellent communication abilities, and the capacity to thrive in a dynamic environment with significant travel and remote work. You will be an integral part of a team dedicated to providing innovative and reliable water treatment solutions to the rapidly growing data center industry.

High-Level Job Responsibilities

1. Solve customers' water problems.
2. Treat industrial cooling towers to keep them energy efficient and environmentally friendly.
3. Perform detailed water testing and analyses.
4. Help deliver on customer KPIs and promote Garratt-Callahan solutions including proprietary chemical blends, equipment, and monitoring technology.
5. Keep our existing customers happy and safe.

Position Responsibilities

• Project Planning and Initiation
  
  
  • Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders, including sales, engineering, and clients.
  • Develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation strategies.
  • Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation plans.
  • Establish clear communication channels and reporting structures.
  
  
  
• Project Execution and Monitoring
  • Lead and manage project teams, ensuring effective collaboration and communication.
  • Oversee the execution of project tasks according to the project plan.
  • Monitor project progress, identify potential delays or issues, and implement corrective actions.
  • Manage project budgets and track expenses.
  • Ensure adherence to quality standards and safety regulations.
  
  
  
• Stakeholder Management
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, internal teams, and external vendors.
  • Communicate project status, risks, and issues effectively to all stakeholders.
  • Facilitate project meetings and presentations.
  • Manage client expectations and ensure project deliverables meet their requirements.
  
  
  
• Financial Management
  • Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring projects are delivered within financial constraints.
  • Track project costs, analyze variances, and implement cost control measures.
  • Manage invoicing and payment processes.
  
  
  
• Project Closure
  • Ensure formal project closure, including final documentation, lessons learned, and client sign-off.
  • Conduct post-project evaluations to identify areas for improvement.
  
  
  
• Data Center Focus
  • Develop a strong understanding of the water treatment needs and challenges of data center facilities (cooling water, process water, wastewater).
  • Collaborate with technical teams to ensure project designs meet the unique requirements of data center applications.
  • Stay informed about industry trends and best practices related to water treatment in data centers.
  
  
  

Required Traits and Skills

• High-Level Thinking
  
  
  • Strategic vision: ability to align project goals with company objectives and client needs.
  • Analytical and problem-solving: capacity to analyze complex situations and develop effective solutions.
  • Decision-making: ability to make sound decisions under pressure and with limited information.
  • Conceptual thinking: ability to translate abstract concepts into practical project plans.
  • Risk management: ability to proactively identify and mitigate risks.
  
  
  
• Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Leadership: ability to motivate, guide, and influence project teams.
  • Communication: excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Collaboration: ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
  • Conflict resolution: ability to address and resolve conflicts constructively.
  • Active listening: ability to understand and respond to stakeholder needs.
  
  
  
• Technical Aptitude
  • Understanding of basic engineering principles and technical drawings.
  • Familiarity with water treatment technologies and processes is highly desirable.
  • Ability to learn and understand the technical aspects of data center water treatment systems.
  
  
  
• Travel and Remote Work Adaptability
  • Willingness and ability to travel extensively (50-70% of the time), including overnight and multi-day trips.
  • Proven ability to work independently and effectively in a remote environment, maintaining productivity and communication.
  • Strong self-discipline and time management skills for remote work.
  
  
  

About Garratt-Callahan

Garratt-Callahan is a US-based private 120+ year old, nationwide water treatment chemical company. Garratt-Callahan treats industrial boilers and cooling towers to keep them energy efficient and environmentally friendly with one of the most advanced product lines in the industry. We are registered to ISO 9001:2015 and sell an industry-leading line of green" solutions, G-C GreenTech. We are headquartered in Burlingame, California. G-C is family-owned, profitable, and expanding. We have five chemical plants in the USA, representatives in every state, and operations in Asia, the Pacific, and the Caribbean.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, AD&D, LT, and 401k.
• Advanced training and a clear career path.
• Family-friendly, flexible hours.
• Stability and low turnover; no layoffs in 120+ years.
• G-C is profitable; it has been profitable since before World War II.

How to Apply and Accommodation

To apply, please visit our careers portal through the employer's application system. If you need accommodation during the application and selection process, contact Garratt-Callahan Human Resources at 650-697-5811. Arrangements can be made to assist with applying, interviewing, or related steps; this phone number is for accommodation requests only.

Equal Employment Opportunity

1. The Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law poster is available at:
2. Garratt-Callahan Companys reaffirmation of Equal Employment/affirmative action statement:

Garratt-Callahan values diverse experiences and perspectives among our employees and applicants and is committed to equal opportunity.

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