HDR · 1 day ago
Solid Waste Planner II
Vienna, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expHDR is a company dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment while focusing on environmental stewardship. The Solid Waste Planner II will develop long-range waste management plans, foster client relationships, and manage projects across the United States, contributing to innovative waste diversion and sustainability practices.
ConsultingArchitecture & DesignArchitecture
Responsibilities
Be involved in the development of long-range waste management strategic plans for municipalities including researching, identifying, assessing and evaluating alternate diversion and disposal technologies and programs. Additional opportunities will be available to support planning and approvals processes for a range of waste management facilities
Develop business with the New England Waste Sector Lead through networking with industry stakeholders, managing projects, and thinking strategically to grow HDR’s New England waste business
Assist in preparing project reports, memorandums, and presentations by knowing the receiving audience perspective
Foster client relationships through marketing and preparation of proposals for new projects. Incorporating strategic communications and engagement with multiple stakeholders will be an important part of the job and your projects
Lead and coordinate projects across the United States, collaborating with staff in our various offices or with strategic partners. This will include project management activities related to HDR’s internal processes
Network with a much larger national Solid Waste team, expect to be provided with opportunities to work on new and exciting projects around HDR’s network
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning or closely related field
A minimum of 5 years experience in planning and design
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs
Extensive graphics and report document production experience
Experience with GIS
Strong oral and written communication skills
Leadership skills and ability to work in a team environment
May require the ability to travel
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in environmental science, Sustainability, Urban Planning or closely related field
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in the areas of recycling, composting, sustainability, and waste management for a municipality, state or federal regulatory agency, service provider, or within a consultant environment
Knowledge of Circular Economy and Extended Producer Responsibility
Knowledge of Environmental Justice
Knowledge of Solid Waste Management Systems
Familiarity with environmental and municipal policy processes
Knowledge of current trends in waste management, including recycling, composting, reuse, circular economy, product stewardship, and their implications and connection to sustainable practices
Demonstrated research, analysis, and interpretation skills for problem solving
Knowledge of TRUE Advisor and or SWANA Zero Waste
Knowledge of New England's specific waste system and stakeholders
Preference given to candidates residing in the Mid-Atlantic Area (VA/MD/DC)
Company
HDR
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