Project Engineer - Solid Waste Engineer
Labella Associates
Multidisciplinary firm offering engineering, architecture, environmental and infrastructure services from planning through delivery.
Design and manage solid waste facilities, handling civil, stormwater, leachate, renewable projects.
8 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Richmond, VA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
1,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Architecture
Project Management
Consulting
Design
Construction Services
Property Development
Sector Specialisms
Buildings
Energy
Infrastructure
Environmental
Land Development
Healthcare Facilities
Oil & Gas
Gas Distribution
Role
Description
design drawings
stormwater design
detailed calculations
cost estimating
construction admin
project management
- Produce effective and high-quality project documents (including reports, drawings, and specifications)
- Prepare various types of related reports and studies to secure permitting for projects
- Prepare preliminary engineering reports
- Perform and review detailed calculations: stormwater management, leachate generation and pipe sizing, slope stability, and compaction density
- Provide bidding and construction administration services
- Assist in the preparation of project proposals
- Projects will include solid-waste related site development projects: develop master plans, design drawings, design of stormwater management and erosion control systems, technical specifications, and cost estimate
- Assist with oversight and guidance of projects from initial concept through construction
- Assist clients with construction procurement
- Draft work for scoping/conceptual work/engineering packages
- Manage project budgets and schedules
Requirements
autocad
civil3d
pe
solid waste
land development
project management
The Project Engineer / Solid Waste Engineer will work with other engineers and CAD technicians on various civil, solid waste, and environmental related projects in our Richmond, VA office. The projects are challenging and provide unique design opportunities. You will be responsible for designing solid waste facilities that will enable LaBella to create sustainable, cost-effective solutions tailored to the specific needs of our clients. The projects are intricate and incorporate both civil and environmental engineering skills, including land development (grading and stormwater management); leachate collection, treatment, and management; renewable energy designs; and organic waste management. Brand new, already operational, and closed solid waste facilities face many different types of challenges - there is never a dull moment, nor is there a cookie-cutter solution that fits every similar situation.
- Project management experience
- 5-10 years experience
- Registered as a Professional Engineer preferred or E.I.T. on track to become PE
- Effective communication skills using oral, graphic, and written forms
- Knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil3D
- Bachelor's degree in Civil and/or Environmental Engineering
- Ability to travel to project sites and work remotely as needed
- Land development project experience
- Solid waste engineering experience
- Ability to perform assigned tasks with minimal supervision
- Ability to manage workload and budgets as allocated
- Team player who is enthusiastic about all aspects of engineering and project management and can lead projects from planning and preliminary engineering through design and construction
- Ability to relate well to project team, clients, regulators, and contractors
- Minimum 4 years of civil engineering experience, including solid waste, land development, or closely related projects
Benefits
Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella's benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.
- Team Building Events
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Wellness Program
- 401k Plan with Employer Match
- Leadership Development Program
- Paid Time Off
- Fitness Reimbursement
- Profit Sharing
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Health/Dental Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Referral Bonus Program
- Community Service Events
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded 1978
Year Established
Originated as a civil engineering firm in Rochester, NY.
$750M Revenue
Annual Revenue
Generates substantial income to manage large-scale projects in infrastructure, buildings, and energy.
20K Acres & 300 Miles
Wetland Studies
Conducted extensive studies across vast areas of wetlands and waterways in five years.
Over 30 Species
Endangered Species
Worked with numerous threatened or endangered species during field studies.
- Began as a civil engineering shop in Rochester, NY and has grown into a full‑service design professional corporation.
- Expanded across North America and Europe—serving Spain, the UK, Romania, Germany, India and more—while maintaining focus on public and private sector projects.
- Remains strongly connected to civil engineering projects such as water treatment plants, highways, stormwater systems, and public facilities.
- Provides expertise spanning architecture, MEP, landscape architecture, wetlands ecology, structural engineering, transportation, and grant administration.
- Balances technical rigor with civic impact through projects like trails, parks, athletic fields, utility systems, renewable energy, and large‑scale municipal infrastructure.
- Adopts a collaborative, comprehensive approach managing planning, design, permitting, inspection, and commissioning.
Culture + Values
80% employees
Work-life balance support
Over 80% of employees feel supported in achieving work-life balance.
25% annual growth
Company growth rate
The company has experienced 25% annual growth over the past decade.
80% ownership
Employee ownership opportunity
80% of employees have the opportunity to become shareholders of the company.
Since 2012
Continuous training
The company has provided comprehensive training programs since 2012.
- Award-winning culture (Great Place to Work certified, year after year)
- Competitive compensation including strong salaries, health/dental insurance, 401k, tuition reimbursement
- Empowerment of talent: environment and opportunities that make the most of employees’ talents
Environment + Sustainability
September 2021
Sustainability Committee Founded
The Sustainable Design Committee was established in September 2021 to implement green practices and encourage green-building certifications.
- Goal to help every project incorporate sustainable-design best practices
- Energy & commissioning team with licensed engineers, certified energy managers, commissioning professionals and LEED-accredited staff
- Focus on finding net-zero energy solutions through audits, distributed/renewable generation, energy modeling, LEED certification, retro-commissioning
- Brownfield remediation with full-service environmental team, in-house lab, ASTM/USEPA-standard assessments
- Waste-diversion through material reuse, recycling, organic-waste diversion and financial-feasibility analyses
- Climate-resilience services including carbon sequestration, green infrastructure, flood risk management, shoreline stabilization
Inclusion & Diversity
- Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion with resources such as passionate mentors, engaged leaders, creative thinkers
- DEI integrated into offices, industries, and communities
- No specific gender-ratio or numeric goals disclosed on website or LinkedIn
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