Solid Waste Project Manager

Taleo Social Sourcing•Boston, MA

12h

About The Position

HDR is seeking a Solid Waste Project Manager to help expand its solid waste program across New England and develop new opportunities in the region. The role centers on project management and technical work for solid waste and recycling projects, with business development and client engagement also critical to success. Travel to regional offices and client sites throughout the Northeast is required. The position supports a range of projects involving facility design and operations, planning, feasibility, cost estimating, capital program support, and operational monitoring. Project types include waste-to-energy facilities, material recycling facilities, landfills, transfer stations, and organics processing sites. The successful candidate will help position HDR for sustained growth across New England and the broader North American market.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field.
Seven years of related experience.
At least two years of project management experience.
Ability to interact with various design teams.
Excellent organizational, project management, and written and verbal communication skills.
Commitment to actively participating in HDR's employee-owned culture.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Experience with New England state solid waste and recycling regulations and permitting.
Experience with solid waste master planning and implementation of waste diversion programs.
Experience with organics management and organics facility design.
Demonstrated understanding of client relationship management and experience interacting directly with clients.
Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
Local candidates are preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as project manager or technical lead on small to large solid waste projects, potentially coordinating multiple projects concurrently.
Establish and maintain client relationships and contribute to marketing, client development, contractual, design, and production activities.
Coordinate staffing and workload allocations throughout project development and execution.
Complete project deliverables and milestones on schedule.
Work with the Business/Accounting Manager, Project Managers, and others on project reviews and updates.
Comply with and implement company QA/QC procedures.
Provide contract management support.
Supervise project staff and mentor less experienced solid waste technical staff and Project Managers.
Work with the New England Waste Sector Lead and waste client development leads to prioritize marketing targets.
Develop marketing strategies and proposals for new and existing solid waste clients.
Plan, direct, and monitor solid waste engineering projects, including facilities, transfer stations, landfills, and planning studies.
Perform other duties as assigned.