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WSP in the U.S. · 1 day ago

Senior Technical Director, Solid Waste

WSP is a leading engineering firm currently seeking a Senior Technical Director, Solid Waste for their Charlotte, NC office. The role involves leading project teams in civil and environmental engineering, focusing on waste management facility design and permitting, while providing strategic direction and technical guidance to clients in the Power market.

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Responsibilities

Work with key members of our CCR/MSW team to provide strategic business direction, support existing client relationships and execute the capture of CCR/Fly Ash/MSW projects
Serve as senior CCR/MSW consultant for current and future projects, working with clients daily to set strategic direction for project execution
Develop, present, and execute winning client strategies for new and follow-on contract bids, provide input to the overall development of technical, management and business plans
Mentor and coach team members as required, serve as a reviewer, support the pre-sales activities, and support of all phases of proposal development and post-submission activities
Support the overall long-term strategy, growth, and pipeline development of Civil Engineering work for WSP in assigned area of responsibility
Manage and direct project design teams including serving as Engineer of Record, Project Manager, or Project Director
Responsible for the profitable performance of the individual projects and the successful completion of the projects within the specified area
Serve as one of the engineering discipline’s lead representatives/liaison to a variety of external entities including Federal, State, and Local Agencies, Clients, Subcontractors, industry-related groups, and various government and community entities
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs
Local and national travel (up to 10% of the time) to support client and agency meetings and/or audit project sites

Qualification

Civil EngineeringCoal Combustible ResidualsProject ManagementTechnical WritingMicrosoft OfficeSelf-leadershipAnalytical SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Required

Minimum Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, with valid North Carolina PE registration
12+ years of experience in the practice of civil engineering design including significant experience with federal regulations of Coal Combustible Residuals (CCR) ponds and landfills
Must be familiar with the power market and clientele
Good knowledge of in-situ stabilization techniques and civil construction techniques associated with CCR or other waste material
Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a scientific and non-scientific audience
Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment
Must successfully complete and pass WSP's Motor Vehicle screening
Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives
Proficiency with technical and business writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek
Proficient with Microsoft Office (e.g., Outlook, Word), with advanced-level Excel
Excellent verbal with strong writing, analytical, and organizational skills, a positive attitude, detail oriented, and ability to work both independently and within groups
Willingness to perform a variety of assignments on short notice
Provide expert witness and litigation support, as needed

Company

WSP in the U.S.

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Lewis (Lou) Cornell
President and Chief Executive Officer
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Andrew Esposito
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