Senior Solid Waste Engineer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive culture

Employee-owned stock

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Calgary is hiring a Solid Waste Engineer to oversee landfill projects across North America. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in waste engineering and project management. Responsibilities include developing client relationships, managing project scopes, and providing strategic insights for projects. This full-time role requires strong communication skills and a focus on creating sustainable waste management solutions.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in remedial investigation and design.
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board.
• Demonstrated staff management and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive program development across North America in the Waste Sector.
• Manage planning and engineering related projects.
• Establish client relationships and conduct technical presentations.

Skills

Landfill engineering

Project management

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At HDR, our employee‑owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day.

As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe waste is more than management, it’s also an opportunity to innovate. As part of our Waste sector, you’ll help shape solid waste infrastructure and environmental stewardship. With a top‑tier industry ranking, our team delivers comprehensive solutions that span waste planning, remediation, engineering and implementation. You’ll collaborate closely with clients and communities to design sustainable, cost‑effective systems that contribute to cleaner environments and healthier communities. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive meaningful changes in the waste industry and build a legacy of sustainability.

The Waste Sector in HDR is experiencing significant growth throughout North America. An exciting career opportunity is now available to join our Solid Waste Market Sector team in Canada and support solid waste projects across North America. We have a need for an experienced solid waste engineer with landfill experience to support the wide range of projects that we are involved with. The candidate will be expected to assist with growing our market share and while also providing technical leadership within the sector.

Primary Responsibilities

The candidate must have a strong background in solid waste services pertaining to the waste market sector with a focus on landfill engineering. The position will involve working closely with HDR Resources and Waste Sector leadership to drive program development across North America. Provide HDR with consulting and project management abilities in the Waste Sector, managing both planning and engineering related projects and developing client relationships. You will report to the Canadian Solid Waste Market Sector Lead. You are expected to establish client relationships through networking, and be able to think strategically in future directions for both our clients and programs. You will be expected to travel to clients’ sites on a regular basis for project support work as well as any proposal visitations. You are expected to have excellent communication skills, especially in writing as well as giving presentations.

• Has extensive experience related to landfill and solid waste facilities engineering
• Possess and maintain a deep understanding of how clients perceive their technical problems and has the ability to package HDR expertise as solutions to these problems.
• Project Manager for waste related projects.
• Works with Canadian Solid Waste Market Sector team to develop business and marketing initiatives.
• Identifies and develop opportunities to expand services to clients.
• Provide local support for existing clients and projects, and maintain existing client relationships for continued business growth.
• Acts as client manager for select clients, actively developing relationships with the candidate’s previous contacts and HDR’s existing clients.
• Assist with US projects and pursuits on a regular basis.
• Familiar with risk management activities for both contract reviews and project deliverables.

Able to travel across North America as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of 15 years working with regulatory and approval/permitting agencies, writing proposals, developing scopes of work, budgets, and schedules for complex waste projects. Experience with managing a team of people is an essential asset.
• Strong conceptual, organizational, analytical, problem‑solving and research abilities.
• Ability to support multiple complex and time‑sensitive projects effectively.
• Identify and resolve issues effectively and efficiently.
• Recognize and understand big‑picture concepts while recognizing details that are important.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Able to work under and meet tight deadlines.

Demonstrated staff management and leadership skills supported by strong mentoring and coaching capabilities.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering or closely related Engineering field.

A minimum of 10 years of experience in remedial investigation, design and implementation of remedial actions, as well as some project management experience.

Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.

• Experience with Microsoft Office applications (including Access, Excel, Word).
• Excellent communication skills are essential.
• Experience with soil and groundwater remedial technologies is preferred.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

At HDR, the health and safety of our employees is of the utmost importance. In accordance with local safety, health, and environmental legislation, HDR is committed to developing, maintaining, and enforcing proactive safe work policies, procedures, and standards.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and other applicable legislation, we are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities. Candidates with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process by contacting our Human Resources team.

HDR is a certified Living Wage Employer in Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta.

Industry

Waste

Schedule

Full‑time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Jan 15, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest, and conviction records.

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