Lead Environmental Engineer (Solid Waste)

The Foth Companies
United States, Iowa, Cedar Rapids
Dec 10, 2024
Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 700 members across 29 locations are dedicated to solving our clients' toughest science and engineering challenges. Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart, caring team of colleagues, consider joining us at Foth. Are you a dynamic and results-driven professional seeking an opportunity to lead impactful projects in solid waste management? Foth is currently looking for a Lead Environmental Engineer with expertise in solid waste to join our innovative team. This position will be based in one of the following locations: Green Bay, WI; Milwaukee, WI; Minneapolis, MN; Cedar Rapids, IA ; or can be remote from a home office located in or near Wisconsin, Minnesota, or Iowa. If you're passionate about making a difference, eager for career growth, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you! Primary Responsibilities: Technical Leadership: Serve as the primary technical resource for solid waste projects, providing expertise in solid waste facilities and planning. Project Oversight: Lead the development and quality control review of plans and specifications, serving as the engineer of record for municipal solid waste, ash monofill, and demolition landfill waste facility construction projects. Hands-On Engineering: Provide hands-on technical engineering support for solid waste projects, including issue identification and resolution, project team leadership, and ensuring projects are delivered within scope, schedule, and budget. Communication and Collaboration: Lead communications to ensure project completion with high quality and on-time delivery. Act as the primary contact for clients regarding solid waste projects, participate in proposals and presentations, attend client meetings, and advocate for client interests in public meetings. Client Engagement: Proactively identify client needs and initiate activities to meet those needs. Demonstrate effective communication skills with clients, regulators, and stakeholders, focusing on technical issues. Regulatory Compliance: Maintain a working knowledge of federal and state regulatory requirements and standards for waste facilities, fostering positive relationships with regulators on permitting and compliance issues. Team Development: Coach junior engineers to develop their technical skills and contribute to their professional growth. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field. Minimum of 10 years of engineering experience, with at least 5 years in solid waste projects. Professional Engineer (PE) licensure or ability to obtain. Preferred Qualifications: Master's Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field 5+ years of experience working in the engineering consulting industry 3+ years project management / coordination experience Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Experience with sustainability practices such as Extended Producer Responsibility, Sustainable Materials Management, Circular Economies, Waste Diversion and Zero Waste Why Foth: Established Reputation : With over 86 years of experience, we are proud to be 100% member-owned. Dynamic Culture : Benefit from a values-based, client-centered, and flexible work environment, with ample professional growth opportunities and supportive colleagues, contributing to our impressive 92+% member retention rate. Challenging Projects : Engage in diverse and exciting projects that promote continuous professional growth and development. Join our team and experience the Foth difference! Learn more at foth.com/careers All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco-free. Subject to applicable state law, all applicants who have received a written offer of employment and a copy of Foth's Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Program Policy, will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances. Applicants must complete the required drug testing within two business days of offer acceptance. 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