Project Manager / Project Director (Waste Services)
GHD

Job Description

There's no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we're committed to helping you do exactly that.

Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in.

Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for a technically strong Project Manager (PM) / Project Director (PD) to play an active role in leading and growing our solid waste and alternative waste processing Teams throughout the region. In this role, you will be responsible for the growth and delivery of service offerings across the US but with emphasis in the Northeast. The focus will be on implementing strategic plans and roadmaps for the Waste sector in the US, identifying opportunities, client needs, and technical solutions.

In the problem solving business, it helps to be restlessly curious to deliver community change.

Our vision is to ensure energy, water and urbanization are made sustainable for generations to come. You can lead the way into a new future for our industry, inspiring the next generation of driven and committed people in the process.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• Collaborate and contribute to the development of alternative waste processing and renewable energy projects in the waste, wastewater, and renewable energy industries, including anaerobic digestion, renewable natural gas, conventional and emerging renewables, and other applicable technologies such as hydrogen.
• Sustain traditional waste management projects including permitting, stormwater management, landfill expansions, landfill closures, transfer stations, etc.
• Establish and maintain long-lasting client relationships with municipal and private clients and prospects focusing in the Northeastern United States.
• Knowledge of waste, wastewater and/or renewable energy industries along with current technologies and regulations in order to understand market trends and requirements for project development.
• Promote and collaborate in innovative project delivery methods and champion this across GHD by providing mentorship and leadership to technical staff as appropriate.
• Collaborate with Regional Market Leaders, Client Resource Managers, Service Line Leaders, and Client Sector Leaders to achieve excellent business outcomes. Collaborate with the key stakeholder teams as noted above.
• Develop and mentor rising talent within the business and attract strategic hires to expand the business.

What you will bring to the team:

• Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science or related field
• Professional licensure preferred (PE or PG)
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in the waste and alternative waste processing sector including business development, project management, and technical leadership
• Experience in organic waste processing and waste technologies is paramount
• Ability to engage and influence various stakeholders, including clients, partners, regulators, and internal teams

If you're interested in pursuing this opportunity, please submit your application below!

Salary range: $101,600 - $152,400 based on experience

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status.

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About Us

Take on some of the world's toughest challenges - with GHD supporting you every step of the way.
We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.

See where your commitment could take you with GHD.

Our Pledge to You
At GHD, we don't just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.

That's why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.

See where your commitment could take you.
That's the #PowerOfCommitment

Who we are
GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.
The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It's what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity's most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.

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