Design & Construction Circularity & Waste Specialist – Airport Project

AECOM; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Design & Construction Circularity & Waste Specialist to join their team in Mississauga. This role focuses on sustainability initiatives for an advanced airport project, requiring expertise in waste management and circular economy practices. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in environmental sectors and relevant certifications.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans

Flexible work options and well-being resources

Employee assistance program and service recognition awards

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in environmental, energy, or sustainable design sectors.
• Relevant professional certifications (e.g., PE, CEM, LEED AP, ENV SP) preferred.
• Proven track record in delivering sustainability outcomes within the infrastructure sector.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates construction-related sustainability objectives including recycling and waste disposal.
• Supports development and implementation of waste and circularity initiatives.
• Ensures proper handling and recycling of waste materials at construction sites.

Skills

Sustainability

Waste Management

Circular Economy Principles

Data Analytics

Education

University Degree in engineering, planning, or sustainability-related discipline

Job description

Design & Construction Circularity & Waste Specialist – Airport Project

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Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Design & Construction Circularity & Waste Specialist to join our team. This position is based on-site, out of Mississauga. We are seeking professionals to join our team to help us build one of the most advanced, sustainable and passenger-friendly airports in the world.

Major Requirements:

• Coordinates construction-related sustainability objectives, including requirements for recycling, reuse, and waste disposal.
• Supports the development and implementation of waste and circularity initiatives, encompassing terminal waste, outbuildings waste, construction waste, circular construction practices, and off-aircraft waste.
• Ensures proper handling, recycling, disposal, and removal of all waste materials—particularly hazardous waste—at construction sites.
• Verifies that project designs incorporate self-sustaining circular ecosystems, infrastructure needs, innovative waste and pollution management solutions, and strategies to minimize carbon footprint.
• Collaborates with Stakeholder Relations and Communications (SR&C) and external stakeholders to align sustainability strategies across the project.
• Ensures the overall program and design strategy addresses all applicable sustainability requirements, aligning with principles of sustainable development, and promoting occupant well-being and lifestyle.
• Confirms that all relevant workstreams align with the organization’s vision and strategic commitment to a sustainable, carbon-positive, and environmentally responsible future.

Minimum Requirements:

In order to be considered for this position, candidates must possess, at a very minimum:

University Degree in engineering, planning, or a sustainability-related discipline + 4 years of experience in the environmental, energy, or sustainable design sectors.

Demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education may be considered.

Preferred Requirements:

• Relevant professional certifications (e.g., PE, CEM, LEED AP, ENV SP).
• Proven track record in delivering sustainability outcomes within the infrastructure sector; experience with large, complex programs is a strong asset.
• In-depth knowledge of best practices for reducing embodied carbon in building materials and achieving net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) facilities.
• Demonstrated expertise in sustainable resource management, materials efficiency, and circular economy principles.
• Strong technical proficiency across all project phases, with the ability to address complex challenges using data analytics to inform and support decision-making.

Qualifications

Additional Information

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10129205

Business Line: Environment

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: Canada

Career Area: Consulting Services

Work Location Model: On-Site

Legal Entity: AECOM Canada Ltd

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Architecture and Planning, Civil Engineering, and Construction

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