Why join us?
SNC-Lavalin provides cutting-edge engineering, procurement, construction and financing solutions to projects in more than 100 countries around the world. From the Canadian Arctic to the Southern African region and Australasia, our multicultural workforce is driven by a fierce pride in their work and a pioneering vision.
SNC-Lavalin is truly a global leader in its field and has been chosen to design and build some of the most prestigious projects in the world.
Based in Ottawa, we are seeking a Waste Engineer in the Solid Waste field to join our growing group of professionals in providing innovative solutions to our clients and building what matters. Our Environment & Geoscience group requires an Engineer to oversee complex environmental projects in the waste management sector.
The successful candidate will bring developed leadership skills and be able to communicate effectively with our staff and clients and provide appropriate technical direction on a project basis. Liaising with regulatory agencies, networking with professionals and developing business would be secondary duties in this role.
How will you contribute to the team?
To perform this role successfully, the individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following:
Management of projects of varying complexity involving the engineering design for solid waste management facilities, including some or all of landfills, organics processing, material recovery facilities, transfer stations and public drop-off facilities – including detailed design, cost estimating, tender and specification support and construction supervision/contract administration services.
Providing specialist input or leading waste planning related opportunities including: preparing design and operations plans; generating or modifying monitoring plans for groundwater, surface water, landfill gases; obtaining environmental compliance approvals and amendments for waste operations, air quality and stormwater management discharges.
Providing expertise related to operations based support including the calculation of landfill liabilities, complete capacity studies and estimate waste density and consumption rates, assess operations capacities, coordinate supplemental studies completed by specialists including noise assessments, odour assessments, traffic impact reviews, etc.
Support projects across Canada with an Ontario focus.
Senior reviewer for detailed designs and/or acting as engineering design lead.
Management of personnel and resources.
Project management (tracking costs and managing budgets, hiring and directing subcontractors, etc.).
Ensuring client satisfaction, soliciting new work.
Evaluating and analyzing data using a variety of standardized and complex methods.
Executing technical tasks requiring accuracy in calculations, completeness and adherence to prescribed data testing methods.
Preparing and reviewing reports, proposals and other project documents of varying complexity.
Liaising with clients and contacts to secure additional business.
Supervising junior and intermediate engineering and non-engineering stream staff on an individual project basis and providing technical direction and mentoring.
Promoting team effort and collaboration.
What will you contribute?
Must be licensed as a P.Eng. by Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO).
A minimum of 10 years of practical solid waste management consulting experience including relevant experience in various facets of the waste management sector.
Possess expertise in at least one of the following relevant disciplines and demonstrable familiarity with the others: landfill engineering design/construction management; environmental compliance and operations support; and/or waste management planning support.
Strong knowledge of environmental laws, regulations and guidelines as they apply to waste management focused environmental projects in Ontario and Canada.
Ability to identify and manage implementation of practical, cost-effective solutions to client problems and/or resolve potential non-compliance situations.
Strong commitment to teamwork and multi-disciplinary communication skills.
Self-motivated, with the ability to manage time and multiple projects accordingly.
Demonstrated expertise in contractor supervision, project management and contract administration.
Proven technical writing skills.
Demonstrated ability to source and generate new work from new and existing clients.
Desire and ability to present innovative technical findings at conferences and/or workshops.
Understanding and/or proficiency with sector related computer software and all Microsoft Office products.
What we offer at SNC-Lavalin:
Opportunity to work on various projects of various sizes
Competitive salary
Motivational financial package & flexible benefits
Defined contribution pension plan in which SNC-Lavalin contributes
Work equipment provided according to the season (boot, bib, helmet, gloves, etc.);
Employee Share Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
3 weeks of vacation time
Learning and development programs, training, career opportunities
You wish to leverage your experience and contribute to this position? Apply now!
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