Solid Waste Manager job description

As a Senior Solid Waste Project Manager for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC), you'll be responsible for marketing and managing services to a broad range of clients with an emphasis in the Municipal Solid Waste Market. You'll take part in managing projects, reviewing work products, quality control, client interfacing, budgeting, and mentoring and supervising junior engineers. This individual will assist in the expansion of services and clients as well as build a practice serving clients in the Municipal Solid Waste Market with a focus on business development, sales and marketing obligations, as well as maintaining budget and technical management responsibilities. Interacting with clients, contractors, local government officials, you'll impact the whole project - from conceptual and design phases, through the regulatory review process, bidding, and construction, all the way to the grand opening.
+ BS in Civil Engineering required (MS is a plus);

+ 12+ years of engineering consulting experience;

+ Professional Engineering License (P.E.);

+ Demonstrated client development and management success;

+ Ability to develop and mentor staff;

+ Technical expertise to prepare and review construction documents, including specifications;

+ Experience with preparation of proposals and statements of qualification;

+ AutoCAD/Civil 3D, Excel, Word, HydroCAD and other computer modeling software a plus.

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) is consistently ranked as an Engineering News-Record Top 200 Design Firm, offering big firm opportunities with a small firm culture. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide you with the opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in our success. You will work on diverse projects while providing high quality service to our clients.

In addition to offering company stock at all levels, we provide a matching 401(k), profit sharing, a performance bonus for all employees, medical dental and vision insurance, short and long term disability and tuition assistance. Join our team where your contribution matters.

CEC is an equal opportunity and affirmative action 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.

Street: 31 Bellows Road

Regular Schedule: 39 hours per week

A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Department of Public Works and Transportation, Bureau of Solid Waste Management.

Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurringwithin this classificationmay be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

Examples of Duties

DEFINITIONOFRESPONSIBILITY

Under the direction of the Chief, Bureau of Solid Waste Management, plans, coordinates, directs, and is responsible for the Operations of the Central Acceptance Facility, Eastern Sanitary Landfill, and Western Acceptance Facility as well as the contractual partners involved in the transfer and transportation of Solid Waste materials between sites or to final disposal/processing.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Plans, develops, and provides direction, technical assistance and guidance to the site managers, supervisors, and employees across the Bureau's field operations.

Directs professional and operations staff. Works with Bureau management to develop goals, priorities, plans, and projects.

Prepares and reviews plans, drawings, and blueprints for construction and maintenance projects.

Prepares, reviews, and approves equipment and materials specifications.

Assists in the design of Solid Waste Management facilities, contracts, and systems.

Analyzes work methods, procedures, and practices and develops strategies to improve productivity, efficiencies and revenues.

Develops, administers, and participates in various training programs, including safety training.

Oversees facility and divisional budgets as well as max1m1zes revenues from the Material Recovery Facility and contractual relationships with contractors regarding Municipal Solid Waste transfer.

Prepares, studies, collects, compiles, reviews, and analyzes data as well as assembles reports and correspondence.

Meets with outside agencies, such as State regulatory bodies and community groups regarding the operation of the facilities and Solid Waste Management issues.

Represents the Bureau on committees and commissions.

EXAMPLES OF OTHER DUTIES

Composes confidential, substantive correspondencefor the Bureau Chiefs signature.Is an essential personnel required to work during periods of storms or emergencies.

Performs other related duties as required.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in business or public administration, management, economics, finance, accounting or a closely related field.

PLUS

Ten (10) years experience in Solid Waste operations, four (4) years of which were in a supervisory capacity.

Additional experience in the areas listed above may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of the operation of Solid Waste Landfills, Transfer Stations, Drop-Off Centers, Material Recovery Facilities, and Solid Waste best management practices and the ability to implement them to the highest efficiencies.

Skill inthe direction and supervision of Solid Waste professionals, managers, and supervisors in Operations, Inspection, Compliance, and Maintaining systems and equipment.

Ability to plan, coordinate, and direct the work of Solid Waste field personnel and professionals.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Bureau and agency staff, the public, and outside agencies.

Ability to communicate effectively.

Ability to prepare correspondence and reports, and the ability to use a computer and its various programs.

Knowledge of County and Departmental rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Knowledge of Federal, State and Local laws pertaining to Solid Waste Management.

Knowledge of the 10 Year Solid Waste Plan.

Licenses and Certificates

Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a noncommercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Conditions of Employment

New employees are strongly encouraged to get COVID-19 vaccination.

Employees hired after July 1, 2022 are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

Work includes the operation of a motor vehicle and travel throughout the County. Exposure to dusty environments and some work may require exposure to adverse weather conditions.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination and drug screen and an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.