We are seeking a
Senior Legionella Consultant / Legionella Water Management Specialist to lead building water surveys, develop Water Management Plans (WMPs), and support compliance and outbreak response efforts in NJ, NY, and surrounding areas.
Role OverviewAs a Senior Legionella Consultant, you will be the
trusted expert guiding clients and prospects through the full lifecycle of Legionella risk management-from
survey and risk assessment, to
Water Management Plan development, to
annual review/certification and
outbreak-related consulting.
This is a senior, client-facing role. Once you demonstrate your capability, you will operate with
near-full autonomy in the field and with clients, while collaborating closely with our internal teams.
RequirementsBuilding & Water System Surveys- Perform comprehensive surveys of building water systems, including:
- Domestic hot and cold water systems
- Cooling towers
- HVAC/hydronic systems
- Specialty systems (e.g., spas, fountains, humidifiers, process water)
- Understand and document all systems, piping, temperatures, flow, and points of use.
- Review and interpret plumbing drawings and mechanical plans.
- Collect and record detailed system and equipment data using Tower Water templates and tools (including Excel).
- Identify and communicate risks associated with Legionella and waterborne pathogens.
Water Management Plan (WMP) Development- Lead client kickoff meetings for WMP development.
- Ask all necessary questions to fully understand building operation, occupancy, and water use.
- Develop clear, technically accurate, risk-based Water Management Plans.
- Review draft plans with facility teams and revise as needed.
- Negotiate control measures, weekly/monthly maintenance activities, and define responsibilities.
- Design and adjust sampling strategies and sequences as part of the WMP.
Annual Certification & Ongoing Compliance- Lead annual onsite reviews and certifications of Water Management Plans.
- Verify whether anything has changed since prior assessments.
- Reassess systems, piping, temperatures, and flows for continued effectiveness and compliance.
- Recommend whether more or less sampling is needed, based on risk and historical data.
- Support clients in understanding and meeting applicable regulatory and industry standards.
Outbreak Response & Regulatory Consulting (NYC/NJ)- Serve as Tower Water's subject-matter expert during outbreak-related work, particularly under NYC and NJ ARTP expectations.
- Provide technically sound recommendations on immediate and long-term control measures.
- Support client communication with regulators and health authorities, as appropriate.
- Maintain high technical accuracy under time-sensitive, high-pressure conditions.
- File all related forms and plans when required
Client Consulting & Relationship Management- Act as a trusted advisor to clients that value building health and occupant safety.
- Clearly communicate risks, plans, responsibilities, and expected outcomes.
- Explain regulatory requirements and compliance strategies in practical terms.
- Provide expert recommendations when systems do not meet standards.
- Support strong client satisfaction and long-term relationships.
- Assist in field employee understanding and development
Documentation, Data Integrity & Collaboration- Maintain complete, accurate, and organized documentation for surveys, WMPs, certifications, and recommendations.
- Ensure data integrity and clear audit trails.
- Collaborate with compliance inspectors and field technicians; provide guidance and support where needed.
- Informally mentor and support junior staff-formal management is a plus, but not required.
QualificationsRequired- Bachelor's degree in a science or technical field, such as:
- Environmental Science
- Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Environmental, etc.)
- Microbiology, Biology, Public Health, or related discipline
- Demonstrated experience in:
- Water treatment, building water systems, and/or Legionella risk management
- Conducting field surveys and assessments in complex building environments
- Client-facing technical/consulting work
- Strong ability to:
- Read and interpret plumbing and mechanical drawings
- Understand system behavior, risk factors, and control measures
- Work independently in the field with minimal supervision once trained
Preferred (Can Be Obtained on the Job)- ASSE 12080 - Legionella Water Safety & Management Specialist
- CWT - Certified Water Technologist (typically requiring 5+ years of water treatment experience)
- Familiarity with NYC and NJ regulatory expectations for Legionella, cooling towers, and potable water systems
- Experience with outbreak response or ARTP-type projects
Skills & Competencies- Strong verbal communication and presentation skills
- High-level technical writing ability (able to produce polished, clear WMPs and reports)
- Excellent problem-solving and risk assessment skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trust with facility teams and property managers
- Effective negotiation skills regarding control measures and responsibilities
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and disciplined with documentation
- Strong project and time management skills
- Calm and professional under pressure (especially during outbreak situations)
- Comfortable working in mechanical rooms, rooftops, basements, and other building infrastructure spaces
- Team-oriented, with a willingness to collaborate and support inspectors/technicians
Success in This Role Looks Like- Completing a strong volume of accurate potable water and building surveys
- Producing clear, high-quality Water Management Plans that clients can understand and implement
- Consistently meeting deadlines for WMPs, certifications, and deliverables
- Earning positive feedback from clients and supporting long-term client retention
- Demonstrating technical accuracy during outbreak-related or regulatory-driven projects
- Maintaining excellent documentation and data integrity
- Helping reduce compliance issues and risk at client sites over time
- Contributing positively to team culture and supporting field staff
- Generating healthy billable hours and contributing to revenue, where applicable
BenefitsCompensation:- Starting annual salary of 90k to 130k based on knowledge and experience.
- Performance based incentives.
- 401K (with employer matching up to 4%)
- Accrued PTO and paid holidays
- Generous employer contribution towards medical, dental and vision health benefits costs
- Employer paid life insurance, with additional options
- Employer paid supplemental short term disability insurance
- FSA & HAS pretax benefit options
- Professional development support, including ASSE and CWT preparation
- Opportunity to work on meaningful projects that directly impact building health and occupant safety
- A consultative, team-oriented culture that values expertise and integrity
- We provide all tools required to perform duties including a work computer and cell phone
- The company covers all expenses related to professional certifications.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth, along with quarterly performance discussions.
