Solid Waste Engineer - Assistant Project Manager

Civil & Environmental Consultants•Pittsburgh, PA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Civil Engineering Assistant Project Manager at Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC), in our Waste Management Practice in the Pittsburgh office, you’ll support the management of projects primarily associated with waste facilities. You will assist in leading projects through all phases of development, from planning and design through permitting, construction administration, and final certification, working with an established team of professionals to solve problems, reduce risk and costs, optimize performance, and satisfy client needs. You will perform engineering tasks and oversee project staff in engineering assignments, including calculating airspace and earthwork volumes; preparing and reviewing technical reports; designing and reviewing stormwater management systems, leachate management systems, and landfill gas collection systems; performing geotechnical analyses, and preparing and reviewing landfill grading plans, construction drawings, and technical specifications. You will also assist with the management of construction quality assurance projects including landfill cell liner and leachate collection systems, gas collection systems, cap construction, and environmental monitoring of landfill facilities. As an Assistant Project Manager, you will interact with clients, contractors, and state regulatory officials while supporting the successful execution of projects and delivering high-quality client service. As your experience grows, you will assume increasing responsibility for project management, client relationships, budgeting, scheduling, and staff development.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
4+ years professional engineering experience
Professional Engineering License (P.E.) preferred, or desire to obtain in the near future
Strong organization skills
Experience with HELP Model, HydroCAD, Slide, KYPipe, and AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred
Ability to manage multiple project tasks simultaneously
Desire to learn, grow professionally, and apply new skills

Responsibilities

Support the management of projects primarily associated with waste facilities.
Assist in leading projects through all phases of development, from planning and design through permitting, construction administration, and final certification.
Perform engineering tasks and oversee project staff in engineering assignments.
Calculate airspace and earthwork volumes.
Prepare and review technical reports.
Design and review stormwater management systems, leachate management systems, and landfill gas collection systems.
Perform geotechnical analyses.
Prepare and review landfill grading plans, construction drawings, and technical specifications.
Assist with the management of construction quality assurance projects including landfill cell liner and leachate collection systems, gas collection systems, cap construction, and environmental monitoring of landfill facilities.
Interact with clients, contractors, and state regulatory officials.
Support the successful execution of projects and deliver high-quality client service.
Assume increasing responsibility for project management, client relationships, budgeting, scheduling, and staff development as experience grows.