Solid Waste Planner

HDR • Fort Collins, CO

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About The Position

HDR is seeking a Solid Waste Planner to support waste diversion, resource management, and planning projects. The role focuses on recycling, source-separated organics, zero waste, circular economy, sustainability initiatives, sustainable materials management, policy, and disposal practices. The Planner will help develop the waste sector by writing proposals, managing projects, and building staff, while contributing to municipal long-range waste management plans and planning and approval processes for waste management facilities. The position includes preparing reports, memorandums, and presentations for varied audiences; developing client relationships and leads; and supporting strategic communications and engagement with multiple stakeholders. The Planner will lead and coordinate projects across the United States, collaborating with staff in HDR offices and strategic partners. The role is part of HDR’s Solid Waste team and employee-owned culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or a closely related field.
• At least 5 years of environmental experience.
• Proficiency with the MS Office Suite.
• Strong conceptual, organizational, problem-solving, and research abilities.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work confidently both independently and in a team environment, develop strong relationships, and speak to groups.
• Commitment to being an active participant in HDR’s employee-owned culture.

Nice To Haves

• At least 5 years’ experience in recycling, composting, sustainability, and waste management for a municipality or in a consultant environment.
• Familiarity with environmental and municipal policy processes.
• Knowledge of current waste management trends, including zero waste, circular economy, and product stewardship, and their implications for sustainable practices.
• Knowledge of TRUE Advisor and/or SWANA Zero Waste.
• Knowledge of circular economy and extended producer responsibilities.
• Knowledge of environmental justice.
• Knowledge of alternative waste conversion technologies.

Responsibilities

• Help lead the waste sector’s business development by writing proposals, managing projects, and building staff.
• Contribute to long-range waste management strategic plans for municipalities.
• Research, identify, assess, and evaluate alternative diversion and disposal technologies and programs.
• Support planning and approval processes for waste management facilities.
• Prepare project reports, memorandums, and presentations with the audience’s perspective in mind.
• Focus on clients, network and establish client relationships, develop leads, and think strategically about future directions for clients and programs.
• Incorporate strategic communications and stakeholder engagement into projects.
• Lead and coordinate projects across the United States, collaborating with HDR staff in various offices and strategic partners.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level