Senior Technical Manager

Veolia Environnement SA•Boston, MA

9d•$125,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

Integrated in the Technical expertise & Business support team, the Senior Technical Manager - Technical Expertise is responsible for driving and/or supporting, management and execution of technical projects and topics throughout the Hazardous waste BU. This role will be involved in operations support, development & innovation, project management and support to business development throughout the Hazardous waste BU. and on demand on Corporate topics. This individual must have a strong background in the technical field in the environmental business with experience in business operations, knowledge of finance principles and project management. The position will also require leadership of some special projects such as capital expenditure projects. Areas of focus include Hazardous waste transfer stations and solidification (TSDF), Hazardous water Incineration plant, Hazardous waste Landfill, Medical waste autoclaves, Solvent regeneration distillation plant, and emerging markets such as electronic wastes, Mercury engineered fuel, Blade recycling and EVB.

Requirements

5-10 years experience in transversal technical/support functions and/or operational functions (ex : operation manager, plant manager, technical manager...)
Bachelors in Chemistry or Chemical engineering preferred
Experience in hazardous/industrial waste treatment, industrial wastewater treatment
Experience in Project Management
Developed presentation and communication skills, internally and externally;
Understanding of PSM and change management methodology;
Thinking skills: decision making ability, seasoned judgment.
Skills in leadership, planning, coordination and labor relations.
Strong time and project management skills with demonstrated ability to manage project and coordinate project teams against ambitious deliverables and timelines; Multitask and organizational skills
Strong skills in analysis and problem solving,
Outstanding writing, communication skills both up and down and mentoring skills.
Must be committed to the Veolia core values of integrity, openness and trust, accountability, and excellence through teamwork.
Exceptional communication (both written and verbal); ability to develop and deliver structured and effective presentations to clients at all levels of staff and management;
Self-motivated to high performance and ability to work autonomously
Driving license

Nice To Haves

Masters degree in Chemical engineering is an asset
Experience in oil or solvent recovery is a strong asset
Waste Industry knowledge is a plus
P-Eng is an asset

Responsibilities

Provide technical and performance support to the Hazardous waste BU.
Participate to the development of associated business cases and memos for internal GoNoGo (WIN process)
Provide the overall direction and management of his/her assigned projects, including the assigned personnel, equipment, and subcontractors, applying proper and effective project management procedures and skills.
Ensure the project or assignment is planned and coordinated according to the required schedule, with strict adherence to health and safety, quality and budget considerations.
Participate or Lead technical due diligence of new business acquisition or plant upgrades.
Assist Business Development in preparation of estimates and procedures in planning of projects, financial estimates with a strong focus on operational efficiencies.
Actively participate in feedback and post-job evaluation of assigned projects.
Develop new process optimizations or pilot new technologies, coordinating some tests with corporate functions (BS&P)
Test and implement new tools under development
Work in cooperation with other T&P members for supporting team organization, reporting and delivery.
Other duties as directed.