Project Manager-Sustainability & Operations

Casella Waste Systems, Inc.•Peabody, MA

5d•$65,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Casella is seeking a qualified candidate to perform dedicated, onsite resource management and zero waste services for a large University located in Boston, MA. As the primary liaison between the University and Casella, you’ll champion innovative waste reduction strategies, foster strong partnerships, and ensure the successful execution of sustainability goals. This position is directly responsible for meeting all contractual sustainability objectives while overseeing day-to-day operations. Approximately 75% of your time will be spent on campus, immersed in client operations, with the remainder dedicated to coordinating with Casella teams, subcontractors, and leadership to deliver exceptional results. Interested candidates must reside in the greater Boston area or are willing to relocate.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Minimum of 1-3 years’ experience in customer service
History of succeeding in collaborative work environments
Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States
Possess a valid driver’s license
Strong interpersonal, selling, and negotiation skills
Excellent verbal, written, analytical and formal presentation skills
Demonstrated track record of sales success with the ability to qualify, develop, and manage business opportunities
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Outgoing, customer-focused individual
Ability to see the larger picture while focusing on detailed information
Adept at building and maintaining relationships, developing trust, and achieving business and sales results.

Nice To Haves

Relevant sales certifications
TRUE Zero Waste Advisor certification or a willingness to become certified
Experience in environmental and/or sustainability industry
Ability to travel 60% of the time with periodic overnight travel

Responsibilities

Direct management of all program obligations and activities.
Responsible for maintaining strong relationships with all key-decision makers and program influencers while establishing new relationships as applicable.
Understands all contractual obligations and is responsible for measuring and managing contract performance and execution and conducts associated client and company performance reporting.
Monitors and informs stakeholders of program performance through applicable financial, service and volume reporting. Conducts weekly, monthly quarterly and annual meetings with applicable stakeholders to ensure alignment.
Leads internal and external meetings associated with client program and Casella offerings.
Effectively communicates information between all involved Casella operating entities, partners and stakeholders. Liaises activities, communication and all program efforts between parties – specifically operations and client stakeholders.
Conducts waste, process and program audits to inform best practices and continuous improvement to advance program performance.
Builds and implements education programs to assist client and Casella in helping stakeholders Recycle Better™. Leads facility tours.
Actively leans on Casella expertise in operations, sustainability, 3rdparty environmental sourcing, strategic planning and growth, to maximize service innovation and capabilities for the program. Working with the team to assist in creating overall strategy for the client.
Assists in identifying opportunities for continuous improvement on collection methods, increasing material values, material contamination, disposition, and provides insight and feedback about safety and development.
Schedules material movements including MSW, metals, organics, non-regulated waste, and recyclables.
Maintains safety as the center of focus by keeping up with equipment maintenance as needed and completing facility checklists.
Cultivates partnerships and attends public events to create program awareness as well as to inform continuous improvement efforts.
Demonstrates effective leadership skills by communicating clear goals, collaborating with team members on achieving goals.
Participates in training, certifications and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.