Engineering Manager - Environmental Infrastructure

Claystone Waste; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sustainable waste management company is seeking an Environmental or Civil Engineer to drive engineering design and compliance across diverse operations. This hybrid role requires a blend of office and onsite work, with a focus on developing significant environmental infrastructure. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience, strong leadership skills, and relevant engineering qualifications. Join our forward-thinking team and play a vital role in protecting our environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive engineering experience in environmental infrastructure or waste management.
• Proven record leading multidisciplinary engineering teams on large-scale projects.
• Strong working knowledge of modeling software and project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Champion and deliver Claystone’s capital program from concept to close-out.
• Oversee engineering design, construction, and compliance across operations.
• Manage environmental permitting and regulatory compliance with authorities.

Skills

Project Management

Engineering Design

Environmental Compliance

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental or Civil Engineering

P.Eng. designation or eligibility

Tools

CAD software

MS Project

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

Claystone Waste Ltd. | Ryley, AB (Hybrid: Edmonton + Site Presence)

Lead the Future of Sustainable Waste Management

At Claystone Waste, we’re not just managing waste — we’re engineering the future of environmental sustainability in Western Canada. Our team designs and delivers the infrastructure that protects our land, air, and water for generations to come.

If you’re an Environmental or Civil Engineer who thrives on solving complex challenges, leading impactful projects, and making communities cleaner and safer, this is your opportunity to lead with purpose.

What You’ll Do

• Champion and deliver Claystone’s capital program, managing projects from concept to close-out.
• Lead engineering design, construction, and environmental compliance across landfill, composting, and transfer operations.
• Implement Claystone’s Professional Practice Management Plan (PPMP) and serve as the Responsible Member under APEGA.
• Oversee engineering consultants, contractors, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Manage environmental permitting and regulatory compliance in collaboration with consultants and authorities.
• Provide technical guidance to operations and business development teams on design, feasibility, and financial analysis.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Mentor and develop engineers and technical staff through structured performance and professional development plans.
• Represent Claystone with regulators, municipal partners, and community stakeholders.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental or Civil Engineering (or related discipline).
• P.Eng. designation (or eligibility for registration with APEGA within 30 days).
• 10+ years of progressive engineering experience in environmental infrastructure, civil works, or waste management.
• Proven record leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and managing large-scale projects.
• Strong working knowledge of CAD, modeling software, and project management tools (MS Project, AutoCAD, etc.).
• Expertise in QA / QC, root cause analysis, and risk-based project management.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills — balancing technical depth with practical execution.

The Opportunity

This is a hybrid role with a blend of office-based work in Edmonton and onsite presence at our Ryley facilities. You’ll enjoy autonomy, flexibility, and the chance to build lasting environmental infrastructure that Alberta can be proud of.

Apply Today

Apply today with your resume and cover letter. Be part of a forward-thinking organization where your engineering expertise fuels environmental innovation.