Project Engineer - Solid Waste Engineer

LaBella Associates; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedule

Health/Dental Insurance

401k Plan with Employer Match

Paid Parental Leave

Short & Long Term Disability

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Leadership Development Program

Fitness Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonus Program

Wellness Program

Team Building Events

Community Service Events

Job summary

LaBella Associates in Richmond, VA seeks a Project Engineer / Solid Waste Engineer to join our civil, solid waste, and environmental teams. You will design solid waste facilities, contribute to master plans, and guide projects from concept through construction.

The role requires a Civil and/or Environmental Engineering degree, 5–10 years of experience, and PE preferred or EIT on track. Strong CAD skills (AutoCAD, Civil3D) and client-facing project management are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil and/or Environmental Engineering required.
• 5–10 years of civil engineering experience, solid waste or related projects preferred.
• PE preferred or EIT on track to become PE.
• Project management experience required.

Responsibilities

• Develop master plans, design drawings, and cost estimates for solid-waste related site development.
• Prepare reports and studies to secure project permitting.
• Draft scopes and conceptual engineering packages.
• Oversee projects from concept through construction with guidance as needed.
• Assist in preparing project proposals and client communications.
• Lead and mentor team members as appropriate.
• Prepare preliminary engineering reports and detailed calculations (stormwater, leachate, slope stability).
• Produce high-quality project documents (reports, drawings, specs).
• Assist clients with construction procurement and construction administration.
• Manage project budgets and schedules.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Client interaction

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil and/or Environmental Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil3D

Job description

The Project Engineer / Solid Waste Engineer will work with other engineers and CAD technicians on various civil, solid waste, and environmental related projects in our Richmond, VA office. The projects are challenging and provide unique design opportunities. You will be responsible for designing solid waste facilities that will enable LaBella to create sustainable, cost-effective solutions tailored to the specific needs of our clients. The projects are intricate and incorporate both civil and environmental engineering skills, including land development (grading and stormwater management); leachate collection, treatment, and management; renewable energy designs; and organic waste management. Brand new, already operational, and closed solid waste facilities face many different types of challenges - there is never a dull moment, nor is there a cookie-cutter solution that fits every similar situation.

Duties:

• Projects will include solid-waste related site development projects: develop master plans, design drawings, design of stormwater management and erosion control systems, technical specifications, and cost estimate
• Prepare various types of related reports and studies to secure permitting for projects
• Draft work for scoping/conceptual work/engineering packages
• Assist with oversight and guidance of projects from initial concept through construction
• Assist in the preparation of project proposals
• Collaborate, mentor, and lead as appropriate
• Prepare preliminary engineering reports
• Perform and review detailed calculations: stormwater management, leachate generation and pipe sizing, slope stability, and compaction density
• Produce effective and high-quality project documents (including reports, drawings, and specifications)
• Assist clients with construction procurement
• Provide bidding and construction administration services
• Manage project budgets and schedules

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil and/or Environmental Engineering
• 5-10 years experience
• Registered as a Professional Engineer preferred or E.I.T. on track to become PE
• Project management experience
• Minimum 4 years of civil engineering experience, including solid waste, land development, or closely related projects
• Effective communication skills using oral, graphic, and written forms.
• Ability to relate well to project team, clients, regulators, and contractors
• Ability to perform assigned tasks with minimal supervision
• Ability to travel to project sites and work remotely as needed
• Ability to manage workload and budgets as allocated
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil3D
• Team player who is enthusiastic about all aspects of engineering and project management and can lead projects from planning and preliminary engineering through design and construction

Preferred Qualifications:

• Solid waste engineering experience
• Land development project experience

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events

LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.