Wm
Leading provider of comprehensive waste management services across North America.
Engineer IV
Lead engineer overseeing landfill construction, permits, budgets, and team coordination.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Direct and manage consulting firms for permit applications, construction plans, site monitoring, and regulatory submittals, ensuring final work product quality. • Serve as primary liaison with regulators, representing WM at permit meetings, hearings, inspections, and community forums. • Oversee landfill construction projects from plan preparation through final approval, handling consultants, contractors, budgets, bid processes, contracts, and quality assurance. • Track and report capital budgets for engineering and construction projects using company procedures. • Develop airspace calculations, capacity projections, and fill‑sequencing plans to optimize landfill capacity and cell construction schedules. • Conduct site visits to evaluate construction compliance, permit adherence, and expansion potential, proactively obtaining necessary permits. • Collaborate with internal experts to devise cost‑effective engineering solutions for operational, environmental, and compliance challenges across WM facilities. • Participate in acquisition reviews and divestiture evaluations, providing pro‑forma modeling and due‑diligence support. • Mentor and supervise WM technical staff assigned to the team.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸permit management
- ▸regulator liaison
- ▸landfill construction
- ▸budget tracking
- ▸airspace modeling
- ▸site inspections
What You Bring
The position seeks an experienced engineer in the environmental and solid waste industry with strong problem‑solving and management abilities. The engineer will lead engineering and construction activities at solid waste disposal facilities, communicate with senior management, and mentor junior staff. The role supports WM’s goal of being a leader and innovator in comprehensive waste‑management services for diverse clients. The role blends office and plant/field work, requiring routine use of standard office equipment and occasional field activities. Reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. WM is an equal‑opportunity employer in both the United States and Canada, supporting applicants and employees without discrimination and providing accommodations on request. The position may require a REAL ID or TSA‑approved alternative for travel or access to federal property. • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related accredited field. • Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in addition to the degree.
Requirements
- ▸bachelor's
- ▸7+ years
- ▸environmental
- ▸solid waste
- ▸problem solving
- ▸leadership
Benefits
• Competitive total compensation including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short‑term disability. • Stock purchase plan and company‑matched 401(k) retirement savings. • Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days (benefits may vary by site).
Work Environment
Field