Project Manager - Waste and Recycling

TN United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Manager to lead initiatives in waste and recycling. This role involves managing projects from conception to completion, conducting feasibility studies, and collaborating with diverse teams to ensure project success. You will be instrumental in developing sustainable solutions while fostering client relationships and securing new projects. With a commitment to professional growth, this forward-thinking company offers competitive salaries and benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about environmental sustainability.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Comprehensive benefits

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience managing projects in waste and recycling sectors.
• Strong report writing and data handling skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage waste and recycling projects throughout their lifecycle.
• Prepare technical documentation and manage contracts during construction.

Skills

Project Management

Data Handling

Report Writing

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree (Desirable)

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

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Project Manager - Waste and Recycling, Maidstone

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Client:

SLR

Location:

Maidstone, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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11

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

The role

The role will be primarily focused on all aspects of the waste, recycling, and circular economy sectors. It will contribute to business development activities and assist other specialists on a range of projects both in the UK and overseas.

You will work with others in the process engineering team and other disciplines across the business, including Advisory, Environmental Management and Compliance, Land and Water, and Environmental Specialist Services Groups, on various projects. Your key responsibilities will include:

1. Managing waste, recycling, and circular economy projects throughout their lifecycle, including preparing concept designs and conducting feasibility studies;
2. Reviewing third-party designs, technical proposals, operational models, and writing technical due diligence reports for funders;
3. Preparing technical and procurement documentation, schematics/drawings, and managing contracts during plant construction projects;
4. Developing models for plant energy and mass balances, emission rates, and financial/operational metrics, including thermodynamic calculations;
5. Conducting on-site inspections, witnessing, verification, supervision of construction, commissioning, testing projects, and troubleshooting operational plant, including waste and recycling operations and other renewable energy projects;
6. Building relationships with clients, attending conferences, developing prospects, writing proposals, and securing new projects;
7. Supporting other teams within SLR with technical and process engineering expertise.

About us

SLR is a global leader in environmental and advisory solutions, helping clients achieve sustainability goals. With over 3000 employees across 6 regions—including over 1000 in Europe—our 'one team' culture fosters collaboration and professional growth. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, flexible working arrangements, and career development opportunities.

About you

You will have an engineering degree and experience managing projects in waste and recycling or related fields. You should be a team player, with excellent communication skills, a positive attitude, and friendly demeanor.

Essential qualifications and skills:

• Degree in Engineering or a related field;
• Significant project management experience in recycling, waste, or recovery sectors;
• Numerate with data handling, basic modeling, and excellent report writing skills; proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Well-organized, logical, friendly, and communicative; and
• Valid UK driving license with ability to travel.

Desirable qualifications:

• Master's degree in a relevant field;
• Chartered Engineer or working towards professional membership;
• Experience with site operations, health and safety, and CDM regulations;
• Experience in operations, contract management, and procurement; and
• Commitment to sustainability and environmental targets.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at SLR

We are committed to being an inclusive employer, fostering an environment where all individuals can thrive regardless of background. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups, including LGBTQ+ individuals, ethnic minorities, women, and those with disabilities or neurodivergence. For more details, visit our DE&I page. If you need accommodations during the recruitment process, please inform us. As a Disability Confident employer, we support equitable application support.