Remote Urban Waste Management Lead (Contractor)

Acciona; Palencia; Remote; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Acciona is seeking an experienced Urban Waste Management Specialist for a fully remote contractor role. You will develop strategies for waste reduction, recycling, and sustainable management across municipalities and advise on regulatory compliance from a flexible, remote location.

Responsibilities include analyzing waste streams, evaluating new technologies, and preparing detailed technical documentation, reports, and proposals for public agencies and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field with a specialization in waste management.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in urban waste management, policy development, or consulting.
• In‑depth knowledge of waste management hierarchy, circular economy principles, and relevant environmental legislation.
• Proven experience in data analysis, strategic planning, and report writing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency in relevant software for data analysis and project management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of municipal waste management systems, identifying inefficiencies and opportunities for optimization.
• Develop and propose strategic plans for waste reduction, reuse, recycling, and composting programs.
• Research and evaluate new technologies and methodologies in waste treatment and disposal.
• Advise local governments and public agencies on waste management policies, regulations, and best practices.
• Prepare detailed reports, proposals, and technical documentation related to waste management projects.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to foster sustainable waste management initiatives.
• Monitor and analyze KPIs for waste management operations.
• Stay abreast of national and international trends, legislation, and innovations in the field of waste management.
• Contribute to the development of training materials and educational programs on waste management.

Skills

Data analysis

Strategic planning

Report writing

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Project management software

Education

Master's degree in Environmental Science/Engineering

PhD in a related field

Tools

Data analysis software

Project management software

Job description

Acciona is seeking an experienced Urban Waste Management Specialist for a fully remote contractor role. You will develop strategies for waste reduction, recycling, and sustainable management across municipalities and advise on regulatory compliance from a flexible, remote location.

Responsibilities include analyzing waste streams, evaluating new technologies, and preparing detailed technical documentation, reports, and proposals for public agencies and stakeholders.