The Senior Solid Waste Engineer/Project Manager position reports to the Team Leader (TL) and is responsible for leading complex solid waste engineering and environmental remediation engineering projects under our expanding environmental engineering practice in Southern California. The role provides strategic leadership for key client initiatives, promotes technical excellence and risk stewardship, and develops and strengthens client and business relationships. This position requires strategic oversight of remediation and solid waste engineering projects and collaboration with clients, regulatory agencies, and internal teams to develop practical and cost-effective solutions to complex business and technical challenges. In addition, the position will require supporting the Engineering Technical Director (TD) to grow the firm's technical capabilities and client base in the Solid Waste Engineering Sector and promote quality of client service, efficiency, and cross-practice collaboration in the delivery of technical services. RESPONSIBILITIES Your responsibilities may include, but will not be limited to the following: 30 Lead, guide, direct and manage complex solid waste engineering and environmental remediation projects from inception through completion to meet technical, quality, budgetary, and scheduling requirements 30 Provide expertise, technical guidance, oversight, and mentorship to project teams on environmental projects, fostering professional growth and technical excellence 30 Lead the preparation of high-quality deliverables and review and analyze data throughout design, construction and operation and maintenance phases of work 30 Oversee preparation of design and technical specification packages for environmental remediation and solid waste engineering projects such as soil vapor extraction systems, landfill gas collection and control systems, landfill geosynthetic capping systems, and vapor intrusion mitigation systems 30 Coordinate with client representatives, regulatory and external stakeholders, and technical subconsultants 30 Participate in request for proposal evaluation, proposal preparation, client interviews, and contract negotiations, as appropriate 30 Participate in professional associations, including presenting technical papers or participating as a technical committee member 30 Maintain awareness of the external competitive landscape, opportunities for expansion, customers, markets, and new industry developments and standards 30 Develop and implement business development strategies to foster new business opportunities with a goal of sourcing significant revenues of $400,000 in year 1 ($200,000 from new clients and $200,000 from existing EKI clients), and growing to $750,000 to $1,000,000 within 3 years 30 Ensure compliance with safety standards for Southern California 30 Support finance and accounting to ensure compliance with billing and collection goals for Southern California 30 Implement policies that promote company culture and vision as developed by the EKI management team 30 Other duties as required QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS Education 30 Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred. Professional Licensure 30 Must have Professional Civil Engineer license in the State of California or be able to obtain license within 12 months following employment Knowledge, Skills & Abilities 30 A minimum of twelve (12) years of experience in remediation and/or solid waste engineering projects in California 30 Excellent client management skills with a proven ability to maintain long-term client relationships 30 Must have record of demonstrated business development skills 30 Must be able to review and edit technical reports to meet scope and quality objectives, as well as client expectations 30 Must be able to critically review engineering design drawings and specifications and provide feedback to designers in accuracy, completeness, and appropriateness of design elements 30 Must be able to provide real time input to engineering teams during preparation of technical workplans, design deliverables, and construction submittals and requests for information from construction contractors 30 Must be able to provide senior oversight of construction quality assurance teams 30 Must have effective communication skills both oral and written, including ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with clients, technicians, designers, engineers, owners, and other project managers for the preparation of high-quality work products 30 Must have skills in quality control, planning, cost estimating, and scheduling 30 Must have effective mentoring skills 30 Must be able to assign and manage work 30 OSHA HAZWOPER training preferred but not required Competencies 30 Must have demonstrated management skills, a strong work ethic and attention to detail 30 Must have advanced ability to multi-task, stay organized, work independently, and collaborate with various project teams 30 Must have a strong desire to grow personally as well as professionally 30 Must be able to develop strong relationships with clients and potential clients to position EKI to win work from these contacts 30 Must have a current valid driver's license PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT 30 Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with high-volume workload and frequent short deadlines 30 Must have the ability to obtain medical clearance to work on hazardous waste site(s) 30 Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs 30 Must be able to work remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods 30 Must be able to communicate with others to exchange information 30 Must be able to assess the accuracy, quality and thoroughness of the work assigned TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS 30 Must be able to travel occasionally, possibly overnight for customer meetings and site visits up to 20% of the time As an employee-owned firm, EKI offers a unique company culture with a corporate commitment to maintaining a positive work/life experience. EKI provides excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits packages, including career advancement opportunities, outstanding training opportunities, incentive compensation including bonuses, retirement benefits through an Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) and 401(k) profit-sharing contributions, and group medical, vision, and dental benefits.