Senior Program Manager - Wastewater/Wetlands/Borrow Pit

Senior Program Manager – Wastewater/Wetland/Borrow Pit

Location: Fort Stewart, GA

Type: Exempt

Work Schedule: Full-Time

Compensation: $142,000-$142,000

Benefits: Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.

Full-Time benefits of a Sr. Program Manager – Wastewater/Wetland/Borrow Pit at Tessera include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Elective 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% employer discretionary contribution after 90-days of employment
• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
• 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave
• Potential shared earning bonus
• Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
• Verizon wireless discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

Tessera is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” by hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities as well as veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our purpose-driven culture, our core values - Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity - and our commitment to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Tessera is seeking a compassionate and supportive Sr Program Manager with a helpful attitude.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

Perform inspections of lift stations, septic systems, and wastewater treatment facilities in accordance with Applicable or Relevant and Appropriate Requirements (ARARs).

Prepare Quarterly Summary Report of sampling, monitoring station data collection, data analysis, trend monitoring as described in this Task.

Complete NPDES and LAS permit renewals and modification preparation and submission.

Complete Sanitary sewer extension submittals and septic tank permits.

Prepare Quantitative Data Collection and Complete Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) as described in this Task.

Manage wastewater permits and develop permit required reports.

Review Government-provided proposed wastewater projects, job orders, and other documents for completeness and accuracy in accordance with ARARs.

Provide expertise and assessments for sewage releases and conduct a follow-up sampling, if required.

Provide aid with no-notice regulatory inspections (both State and Federal) to include records review and site inspections (anticipate at least one no-notice inspection could occur any given quarter).

Update GIS files/layers and development of site maps.

Perform water quality sampling, VOC sampling, and any permit-related sampling in accordance with ARARs.

Complete Wastewater Permit/Water Quality training quarterly for environmental and non-environmental personnel (e.g., Environmental Compliance Officer Quarterly Training Course).

Perform wetland assessments and formal delineations.

Conduct a comprehensive review of Installation projects and training proposals for wetland concerns by performing all relevant action items described in this Task.

Perform Jurisdictional Determination request, drafting and submitting Clean Water Act Section 404 (Nationwide, Regional General, and Individual) and Section 401 Water Quality Certification permit packages to regulatory authorities.

Prepare permit modification as project design shift tracking permits and project construction phases.

Manage the on-post and off-post wetland mitigation banks, keep track of their associated ledgers, and monitor Federal and State regulatory and legislative policy changes.

Prepare inspection reports in accordance with the required monitoring of Wetland and CWA permits (CWA 401/404 compliance) for wetland mitigation and/or restoration projects.

Conduct inspections for required E&S analysis of mitigation sites, ranges, river and stream crossings, over utilized training areas and facilities in accordance with ARARs and the requirements specified in this Task.

Prepare Quarterly Assessment Reports comprised of the site-specific recommendation reports and conceptual corrective action plans, including documentation of progress toward completion of the required inspection with associated photo-documentation, maps, and checklists/inspection reports.

Update GIS files/layers of the location or system segment inspected (tracked by year inspected) and identify systems exhibiting E&S control problems.

Provide aid with regulatory inspections (both State and Federal) to include records review and site inspections.

Provide Borrow Pit Program management.

Prepare a monthly summary of the inspections and the sampling completed during the month.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years in Environmental Conservation Management, Stormwater Management, with a minimum of 5 years deomostrated experience providing Wasterwater Program technical support functions in an environmental field or contract.
• Possess a minimum Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission Level 1B Certified Inspector Certification.
• Must possess a contractor provided HAZWOPER certification.
• Physical Requirements: Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.
• Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required.
• Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.

Requirements:

• A valid state driver’s license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance.
• Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act. Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id .
• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.
• Date Posted: 11/02/2026
• *** Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act.
• Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id .
• To Apply : Visit our website at www.tessera.org to complete an application.
• Current Employees : need to log into their Workday to apply through the Jobs Hub . Please reach out to your Recruiter if you need assistance .
• Tessera is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.
• Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
• Tessera is here to help you with the recruitment process.
• If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at
• (360) 475-0756 or email  recruiting@tessera.org .
• Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled - Tessera participates in E-Verify