About this opportunity
MBC Talent Connections lists this Supervising Solid Waste Engineer opportunity in irvine, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Supervising Solid Waste Engineer / Project Manager
Location: Irvine, CA
Type: Full-time, management
Base Salary: $180,000–$200,000 per year, plus annual performance bonus eligibility
The Opportunity
Take the lead on complex solid waste and environmental remediation projects with an employee-owned engineering and water resources consulting firm that serves public and private clients nationwide. Reporting to the Team Leader, you will work alongside the Engineering Technical Director to grow the firm's solid waste practice across Southern California. You will combine technical leadership, client relationship building, and business development.
What You'll Do
Lead Projects
Manage solid waste and remediation projects from start to finish, meeting technical, quality, budget, and schedule goals
Oversee design and specification packages for soil vapor extraction, landfill gas collection and control, landfill geosynthetic capping, and vapor intrusion mitigation systems
Lead deliverables and review data through design, construction, and operation and maintenance phases
Coordinate with clients, regulators, stakeholders, and subconsultants
Mentor and Advance the Practice
Guide project teams and promote technical excellence
Stay current on industry standards, markets, and competitors
Present technical papers or serve on technical committees in professional associations
Grow the Business
Build long-term client relationships and pursue new opportunities
Support proposals, client interviews, and contract negotiations
Reach $400,000 in new revenue in year 1 ($200,000 from new clients, $200,000 from existing clients), growing to $750,000–$1,000,000 within 3 years
Support Operations
Uphold safety standards and help meet billing and collection goals for Southern California
Champion company culture and vision
What You Bring
Education and Licensure
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering, or a related field (Master's preferred)
California Professional Civil Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain it within 12 months of hire
Experience and Skills
12+ years of remediation and/or solid waste engineering experience in California
Proven business development success and long-term client relationships
Ability to review and edit technical reports to meet scope, quality, and client expectations
Critical review of design drawings and specifications, with real-time input on workplans, design deliverables, construction submittals, and contractor RFIs
Senior oversight of construction quality assurance teams
Skills in quality control, planning, cost estimating, and scheduling
Strong written and verbal communication
Ability to assign work, manage teams, and mentor others
OSHA HAZWOPER training preferred, not required
Personal Qualities
Strong management skills, work ethic, and attention to detail
Able to multitask, stay organized, and work independently and collaboratively
Commitment to personal and professional growth
Current valid driver's license
Work Environment and Travel
Environment
Fast-paced setting with a high workload and frequent short deadlines
Ability to obtain medical clearance for hazardous waste sites
Physical Requirements
Lift up to 25 lbs
Sit or stand for extended periods
Travel
Occasional travel, including overnight, for client meetings and site visits (up to 20%)
Compensation and Benefits
Base salary of $180,000–$200,000, based on skills, experience, qualifications, and location
Annual performance bonus based on individual and company results
Employee ownership through an Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
401(k) with profit-sharing contributions
Medical, vision, and dental coverage
Training and career advancement opportunities
A culture that values work/life balance
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Worksite address
irvine, CA, 92713, US
Who can apply
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