Project Manager - MS4 Stormwater Compliance
Leads BETA Group's MS4 stormwater compliance practice for municipal clients across New England: managing permit programs, SWMPs, annual reports, IDDE programs, and outfall inspections while overseeing budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams. Combines stormwater regulatory expertise (MassDEP/EPA) with project management and business development.
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Norwood - MA
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Project management
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Experience leading MS4 stormwater compliance programs (SWMPs, Annual Reports, NOI filings, permit renewals)
- Project management skills: scope, schedule, budget, and quality control
- Technical expertise in stormwater program elements: BMP design/evaluation, TMDL compliance strategies, water quality monitoring
- Knowledge of MassDEP, EPA, and local regulatory requirements, particularly the Massachusetts Small MS4 General Permit
- Client leadership and relationship management capabilities
- Business development capabilities: proposals, client engagement, contract negotiation
- Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams (engineering, GIS, environmental scientists, field staff) and mentor staff
- Flexibility to work from other BETA office locations (hybrid: up to 2 days per week remote)
Nice to have
- Preferred location at BETA's Norwood office
Full description
BETA Group is seeking an experienced Project Manager - MS4 Stormwater Compliance to lead and grow our MS4 stormwater compliance and municipal services practice across New England. This role will manage MS4 permit implementation programs, support municipal clients in meeting regulatory requirements, and contribute to expanding BETA’s potable water, wastewater, and stormwater services. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise in MS4 compliance with project management, client leadership, and business development capabilities.
Responsibilities:
- Manage all aspects of MS4 stormwater programs for municipal clients, including scope, schedule, budget, and quality control
- Lead preparation and implementation of MS4 Stormwater Management Plans (SWMPs) and Annual Reports
- Oversee development of compliance documentation, including:
- Notice of Intent (NOI) filings and permit renewals
- Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE) programs
- Outfall mapping and inspections
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams (engineering, GIS, environmental scientists, field staff)
- Ensure deliverables meet MassDEP, EPA, and local regulatory requirements
- Provide technical oversight of stormwater program elements, including:
- BMP design and evaluation
- TMDL compliance strategies
- Water quality monitoring and reporting
- Stay current with evolving MS4 regulations, particularly the Massachusetts Small MS4 General Permit
- Mentor and develop engineering staff by providing technical guidance, reviewing work products, and supporting professional growth within MS4 practice
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor throughout project delivery
- Lead project meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, stakeholders, and project teams
- Negotiate contracts, develop scopes of work, and manage project financial performance
- Support business development efforts, including proposal preparation, client engagement, and pursuit of new wastewater treatment opportunities
- Stay current with emerging stormwater management technologies & regulatory trends
- Represent the organization in industry forums and professional associations, leveraging technical innovations and industry knowledge to support project success
Preferred location is BETA’s Norwood office. Candidates should have flexibility to work from our other office locations. BETA also offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing employees to request working remotely up to 2 days per week.
Growth Opportunities:
- BETA encourages and promotes employee advancement and career development