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At HDR, our employeeowners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. We believe waste is more than management, its also an opportunity to innovate. As part of our Waste sector, youll help shape solid waste infrastructure and environmental stewardship. With a toptier industry ranking, our team delivers comprehensive solutions that span waste planning, remediation, engineering and implementation. Youll collaborate closely with clients and communities to design sustainable, costeffective systems that contribute to cleaner environments and healthier communities. This isnt just a job, its a chance to drive meaningful changes in the waste industry and build a legacy of sustainability. The Waste Sector in HDR is experiencing significant growth and opportunities in both the planning and facilities engineering space throughout North America. HDR provides solid waste consulting services across Canada, with a majority of this work in Ontario. However, we also have a strong history of providing valueadded and niche services to select clients across Canada. An exciting career opportunity is now available to lead the continued growth of our Solid Waste Market Sector team in Canada. We have a need for a person looking to lead and build a team of professionals, with skills as a sellerdoer, and an industry professional that can make a difference in the market. Our Waste Sector team is working towards further enhancing our services offered such as circular economy, solid waste management planning, facilities design, strategic communication, public education, advisory services, organics, extended producer responsibility, and zero waste planning. HDR has been providing these services to clients throughout North America with several new opportunities in front of us. We could be, and should be doing more, and we expect that the right person in this role will enhance and grow our service offerings across Canada, growing our market share and while also providing technical leadership within the sector. With the right person in the role, it is anticipated that the marketplace will be supported by additional hires and other staff who have an interest in waste. In addition, the right person can also play a key role in advancing and supporting our Waste Sector across North America through the application of their technical leadership. Primary Responsibilities The candidate must have a strong background in solid waste services pertaining to the waste market sector. The position will involve working closely with HDR Resources and Waste Sector leadership to drive program development in Western Canada. Provide HDR with consulting and project management abilities in the Waste Sector, managing both planning and engineering related projects and developing client relationships. You will report to the Canadian Solid Waste Market Sector Lead. You are expected to establish client relationships through networking, and be able to think strategically in future directions for both our clients and programs. You will be expected to travel to clients sites on a regular basis for project support work as well as any proposal visitations. You are expected to have excellent communication skills, especially in writing as well as giving presentations. In the role of Solid Waste Project Manager, well count on you to: Possess and maintain a deep understanding of how clients perceive their technical problems and has the ability to package HDR expertise as solutions to these problems. Manage waste related projects. Work with Canadian Solid Waste Market Sector team to develop business and marketing initiatives. Identify and develop opportunities in Western Canada to expand services to clients. Provide local support for existing Western Canadian clients and projects, and maintain existing client relationships for continued business growth. Champion a qualityculture within the sector organization, and within production teams, serving the sectors clients. Act as client manager for select clients, actively developing relationships with the candidates previous contacts and HDRs existing clients. Assist with Western US projects and pursuits on an as needed basis. Be familiar with risk management activities for both contract reviews and project deliverables. Preferred Qualifications A minimum of 15 years working with regulatory and approval/permitting agencies, writing proposals, developing scopes of work, budgets, and schedules for complex waste projects. Experience with managing a team of people is an essential asset. Excellent writing and verbal communication skills for a broad range of audiences. Strong conceptual, organizational, analytical, problemsolving and research abilities. Ability to support multiple complex and timesensitive projects effectively. Identify and resolve issues effectively and efficiently. Recognize and understand big picture concepts while recognizing details that are important. Strong interpersonal skills. Able to work under and meet tight deadlines. Demonstrated staff management and leadership skills supported by strong mentoring and coaching capabilities. Required Qualifications Bachelors degree in related field. 7 years related experience. A minimum of 2 years project management experience. Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills. An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employeeowned culture is a must. What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each others life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees. At HDR, the health and safety of our employees is of the upmost importance. In accordance with local safety, health, and environmental legislation, HDR is committed to developing, maintaining, and enforcing proactive safe work policies, procedures, and standards. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and other applicable legislation, we are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities. Candidates with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process by contacting our Human Resources team. HDR is a certified Living Wage Employer in Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta. We are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. Ready to learn more? Lets work together to make great things possible. We design solutions to the worlds greatest challenges. Were always looking for great talent to join our global teams. #J-18808-Ljbffr