Florida Biosolids Leader

Brown and Caldwell•Lockhart, FL

23h•Remote

About The Position

Brown and Caldwell is looking for a Biosolids Leader to join our Solids and Energy Practice and support our biosolids projects throughout Florida. This candidate will help lead strategic biosolids projects to support respective teams in pursuits, execution, design and construction. This individual will also support the growth of the Solids and Energy Practice at Brown and Caldwell by serving in capacities such as technical lead or project manager for key projects and clients. The ideal candidate should have strong leadership skills, significant biosolids or wastewater design experience, the ability to drive projects and pursuits forward while working with a high-functioning team. Our successful candidate will have a positive, can-do attitude; will be flexible and self-motivated, creative, quality-oriented with attention to detail and will be accountable for this specialty’s growth and operation. The ideal candidate will be highly involved and engaged in the biosolids industry and familiar with local clients. This role has the potential to work virtually. The ideal candidate is located in Florida.

Requirements

Advanced expertise in environmental engineering principles, practices, and regulations
Ability to solve complex, ambiguous technical problems
Strong judgment in applying engineering standards and best practices.
Effective leadership and communication skills within technical teams.
A bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering or related field is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting project pursuits in a technical sales role
Advanced expertise in wastewater treatment, biosolids and biogas principles, practices, and regulations
Master’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, Biological, or Environmental) preferred.
Typically, a minimum of 10 years of related work experience in or related field.
Typically certified in the Subject Matter Specialist (SMS) Framework, and progressing through the SMS competencies.
Minimum of 10 years of related professional experience as biosolids design engineer preferred.
Experience evaluating and designing thermal dryer systems preferred.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in project management and client service management.
PE License or ability to acquire license within 6 months.
Experience in project and sub-consultant management.
Experience in biogas utilization evaluation, design and implementation

Responsibilities

Lead and execute complex technical analyses and engineering design efforts.
Prepare, review, and approve advanced technical reports and engineering deliverables.
Develop and design environmental protection systems and infrastructure for complex projects.
Lead development of facility, watershed, or strategic resource management plans.
Ensure technical quality, regulatory compliance, and integration of multidisciplinary inputs.
Provide technical leadership during permitting, regulatory coordination, and vendor engagement.
Flexibility to adapt and execute various additional assignments based on evolving needs.
Provide mentorship, guidance, support, and knowledge-sharing to help less experienced team members develop their skills and grow within their roles.