Solid Waste Project Manager

Civil and Environmental Consultants; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Profit sharing

Performance bonus

Health insurance

Job summary

Civil and Environmental Consultants in St. Charles, MO is seeking a Project Manager for our Waste Management Practice. You will manage integrated solid waste projects, ensuring quality and client satisfaction while overseeing project execution from concept to construction.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience in waste disposal facility design and permitting and holds a relevant degree. Join us for a fulfilling career that emphasizes professional growth and community service.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in waste disposal facilities.
• Ability to coordinate the regulatory agency review process.
• Professional licensure (P.E. or P.G.) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from proposal through construction.
• Lead project teams in the planning, permitting, and design.
• Perform quality assurance/quality control reviews.

Skills

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Team leadership

Quality assurance

Client communication

Education

B.S. in Civil, Geotechnical, Environmental Engineering, or related field

M.S. (a plus)

Tools

Project delivery tools

Job description

Overview

As a Project Manager for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in our Waste Management Practice in St. Charles, MO, you will be involved in the planning, permitting, design, and site development of integrated solid waste facilities. You will manage multidisciplinary teams supporting local government and private clients across municipal solid waste, industrial, and energy sectors. You will oversee project execution from concept through construction, ensuring quality, regulatory compliance, and client satisfaction, while collaborating across CEC practices to deliver integrated solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage solid waste and site development projects from proposal through construction, including scope, schedule, and budget oversight.
• Lead project teams in the planning, permitting, and design of integrated solid waste facilities.
• Perform quality assurance/quality control reviews to ensure deliverables meet regulatory and client requirements.
• Coordinate and communicate with clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, and internal teams throughout all phases of the project.
• Prepare proposals and support business development efforts to expand client relationships and win new work.
• Mentor and supervise junior engineers and technical staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
• Collaborate with other CEC practices to deliver integrated, multidisciplinary solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in the design, permitting, document preparation, and CQA of waste disposal facilities.
• Ability to coordinate the regulatory agency review process.
• B.S. in Civil, Geotechnical, Environmental Engineering, or related field (M.S. a plus).
• Professional licensure (P.E. or P.G.) preferred.
• Understanding of business principles of consulting projects and related project delivery tools.

About Us

We have experts! CEC is consistently ranked as a Top 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm by Engineering News‑Record. We are looking for people who enjoy using their education and experience to solve difficult technical problems and work on interesting projects. You can accomplish this while working with a team of professionals who are motivated to provide high levels of service to our clients and to teach you along the way.

We have support! We have a variety of Employee Resource Groups, including CEC Community—focused on giving back to the communities in which we work; CEC Ignite—focused on helping professionals early in their careers to develop their pathway; CEC iDEA—focused on inclusion, diversity, equality, and acceptance; and CEC Women—focused on creating internal and external opportunities for women to network and leverage professional experience.

We care about our people! People and Culture are two of the five elements of our strategic plan. When you care about your people, they will want to grow a career with you—that is our goal. CEC offers a small-firm work environment with large-firm opportunities. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide an opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in its success.

CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical, dental, and vision insurance; short‑ and long‑term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work‑life balance.

EEO Statement

CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Third Party Recruiters

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