Project Manager - Solid Waste
About The Position
SCS Engineers is seeking a Project Manager to support and expand its solid waste and environmental engineering practice. The role leads engineering, environmental, and consulting projects in the coal-fired power, industrial, and municipal solid waste sectors, including multidisciplinary projects involving solid waste management facilities. The successful candidate will work with clients and internal engineers, scientists, and support staff on facility design, construction, environmental monitoring, remediation, and permitting. The position offers a path to technical leadership, client management, and business development. The role may be based in a hybrid arrangement from the Madison office; remote work may be considered for the ideal candidate. The Project Manager manages projects from conceptual planning through design, permitting, bidding, and construction support; coordinates multidisciplinary teams; and serves as a primary contact for clients, regulatory agencies, and contractors. The role also includes mentoring staff, leading technical design and review, supporting regulatory compliance and construction quality assurance, and developing client relationships and new business opportunities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Geological/Geotechnical, or Environmental Engineering.
- Minimum 8 years of professional engineering experience.
- Experience with remediation and solid waste infrastructure projects.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Valid driver’s license and a driving record in good standing.
Nice To Haves
- Professional registration, such as a P.E.
- Experience directing staff using AutoCAD and AutoCAD Civil3D design software.
- Experience in solid waste or environmental consulting.
Responsibilities
- Manage engineering projects from conceptual planning through design, permitting, bidding, and construction support.
- Develop and manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, and project teams.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary staff, including civil, geotechnical, environmental, and construction professionals.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, regulatory agencies, and contractors.
- Participate in client development.
- Mentor junior engineers and technical staff and support staff development, training, and project execution.
- Lead engineering design and analysis for solid waste projects, including groundwater remediation systems, landfill cells, expansions and closures, leachate collection systems, landfill gas collection and control systems, stormwater management systems, grading and site development plans, and transfer station permit modifications.
- Prepare and review engineering calculations, technical reports, permit applications, construction drawings and specifications, cost estimates, and engineering studies.
- Coordinate and provide support during construction and construction quality assurance activities.
- Support regulatory permitting and compliance involving federal coal combustion residual regulations, state solid waste and environmental regulations, air permitting related to landfill gas systems, and stormwater and water quality systems.
- Coordinate with local and state regulatory agencies during permit review and approvals.
- Lead preparation of technical proposals, scopes, and cost estimates.
- Participate in client meetings, industry conferences, and professional organizations.
- Identify and deliver opportunities to expand services with existing clients.
- Plan, coordinate, and develop new client relationships in the industry.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- 100% employer-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Annual bonus program.
- Student debt employer contribution program.
- Paid holidays, PTO, and paid parental leave.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
