Solid Waste Engineer
- Environment & geoscience
- Burnaby, Kelowna
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SNC-Lavalin is seeking an 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. This position has the opportunity to be based in British Columbia (Burnaby, Kelowna, Nelson, Cranbrook, Prince George, Terrace, Ft. St. John, Victoria, or Nanaimo).
The successful candidate will bring developed project management 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. Must have experience in the design and operation of landfills.
Responsibilities
o Management of projects of varying complexity involving solid waste management planning, design and operations plans for landfills, landfill gas assessment and modelling, composting and transfer stations facilities, cost estimating, tender preparation, permitting and annual regulatory reporting
o Senior review of designs and/or acting as engineering design lead
o Project management (tracking costs and managing budgets, hiring and directing subcontractors, etc)
o Ensuring client satisfaction
o Evaluating and analyzing data using a variety of standardized and complex methods
o Executing technical tasks requiring accuracy in calculations, completeness and adherence to prescribed data testing methods
o Preparing reports, proposals and other project documents of varying complexity
o Liaising with clients and contacts to secure additional business
o Supervising less experienced staff on a project basis and in some cases, providing technical direction and mentoring
o Promoting team effort and collaboration
Qualifications
o Must be licensed as a P.Eng. by Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of BC (APEGBC) or demonstrate the academic requirements and experience to attain it within 1 year.
o 5 years of practical solid waste management consulting experience including design and operation of landfills, relevant experience in various facets of the waste management sector
o Possess demonstrable knowledge and skills in relevant disciplines including landfill engineering design/construction management, environmental compliance and waste management planning and support
o Strong knowledge of environmental laws, regulations and guidelines as they apply to environmental projects in British Columbia (and other parts of Canada where applicable)
o Ability to identify and manage implementation of practical, cost-effective solutions to client problems and/or potential non-compliance situations
o Strong commitment to teamwork and multi-disciplinary communication skills
o Self-motivated, with the ability to manage time and multiple projects accordingly
o Demonstrated expertise in contractor supervision, project management and contract administration
o Proven technical English writing skills
o Understanding and/or proficiency with sector related computer software and all Microsoft Office products
Valid Class 5 BC drivers license
Founded in 1911, SNC-Lavalin is a global fully integrated professional services and project management company and a major player in the ownership of infrastructure. From offices around the world, SNC-Lavalin's employees are proud to build what matters. Our teams provide comprehensive end-to-end project solutions – including capital investment, consulting, design, engineering, construction, sustaining capital and operations and maintenance – to clients in oil and gas, mining and metallurgy, infrastructure and power. On July 3, 2017, SNC-Lavalin acquired Atkins, one of the world's most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies. http://www.snclavalin.com
At SNC-Lavalin, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences
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