Project Director - Solid Waste

SCS Engineers; Severn; On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Engineer/Project Director to lead impactful solid waste management projects. This role offers the chance to mentor junior staff and oversee crucial projects that drive client success. You'll be at the forefront of innovative engineering solutions, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while fostering a culture of trust and growth. Join a dedicated team focused on sustainable practices and making a positive environmental impact, all while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401K with Employer Match

Annual Bonus Program

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Qualifications

• 12+ years in solid waste industry with landfill gas management experience.
• Consulting experience with project financial management.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering design and project management for solid waste projects.
• Coordinate with clients and oversee design and permitting teams.

Skills

Solid Waste Management

Project Management

Client Communication

Engineering Design

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

P.E. or P.G. registration

Tools

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

Job description

Project Director - Solid Waste

Location

US-TX-Bedford

Category

Director - Engineer or Scientist

Position Type

Full Time Regular

What we are looking for

Are you looking for a career that will make an impact globally and within your local community? SCS is continuing to grow our local presence and solid waste team in the DFW Region. At SCS, our workplace culture is guided by three core principles; trust, care, and grow. We are searching for a Senior Engineer/Project Director for our Bedford office who seeks a rewarding career mentoring staff, supporting leadership, and leading projects that facilitate client objectives. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, team-focused, and humble. Guided by these principles, we continue to grow our office.

As a Senior Engineer/Project Director, you will lead interactions with clients, develop the technical skills of highly motivated junior staff, and oversee design and permitting teams with the ability to serve as the Engineer of Record on projects for public and private clients.

Responsibilities include engineering design, client communications, project management, and staff coordination. Project responsibility will have a primary focus on solid waste management, including landfill gas, landfills and landfill infrastructure, composting, transfer stations, and other projects, which may require design, engineering, permitting, construction, and operations support.

How you can make an impact

You will support SCS's strategic business objectives and critical infrastructure projects:

Apply intensive and diversified knowledge of engineering and scientific principles in solid waste and related fields such as landfill operations, landfill gas collection and control system, industrial wastewater, and stormwater permitting and design, including overseeing the preparation of construction plans, specifications, and construction documents.

• Provide technical guidance on unusual or complex engineering, operations, and regulatory challenges.
• Complete quality control reviews on all work products (reports, design plans, design calculations, data, etc.) prior to submission.
• Coordinate with GIS and CAD drafters for design plans/figures or use AutoCAD or ArcGIS for basic design plans/figures.
• Business development including but not limited to: proposal preparation, meeting with clients, and attending industry-related conferences/trade shows.
• Work both independently and on teams to resolve engineering challenges, plan and coordinate work, and represent SCS at meetings, trade shows, and conferences.
• Responsible for achieving set revenue, profit, and client satisfaction goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related engineering degree is required.
• P.E. or P.G. registration required (preferably TX) or ability to obtain reciprocity in TX within 6 months.
• A minimum of 12 years of relevant experience specific to the solid waste industry such as landfill gas management, air compliance, landfill design and permitting, landfill operations support, or compost facility operations is required.
• A minimum of 2 years of consulting experience required.
• Experience managing project financials and leading technical teams.
• Knowledge of applicable regulations, regulatory agencies, and permitting requirements.
• Valid driver's license with a driving record in good standing is required.

Pay Range

USD $140,000.00 - USD $180,000.00 /Yr.

Additional Information

Please note that our pay ranges are determined by several factors, including relevant experience, internal pay equity, and location. They do not include any of the amazing benefits of being an employee-owner, which are listed below.

Whether it's reducing methane emissions at agricultural facilities and landfills, repurposing contaminated properties, producing alternative energy, or sequestering carbon, we've been focused on finding smart climate solutions and improving the natural environment since our inception over 50 years ago. Join our 100% employee-owned firm and start creating your own legacy.

As a growing firm, we offer excellent opportunities for career advancement and a comprehensive package, including:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
100% employer- funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401K including employer match
Annual Bonus Program
Student Debt Employer Contribution Program
Paid holidays, PTO and Paid Parental Leave

SCS Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). SCS provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disabled status.

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