Senior Technical Director, Solid Waste

Job Title

Senior Technical Director, Solid Waste – WSP in the U.S.

Location

Charlotte, NC (Additional locations : Asheville, NC; Durham, NC; Greensboro, NC;, NC)

About the Role

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior Technical Director, Solid Waste for our Charlotte, NC office. The selected candidate will lead project teams delivering services for civil and environmental engineering projects that involve waste management facility design and permitting, stormwater management, landfill gas management, operations planning, and construction quality assurance. They will provide technical direction and lead client‑facing teams to support the continued growth of our civil design and environmental services within the Power market, with a strong emphasis on Coal Combustion Residuals (CCR). They will also support strategies for closing coal yards, ash ponds, and landfills, and be capable of serving as the account manager for key clients. Candidates with strong municipal solid waste (MSW) experience are encouraged to apply. Candidates must be knowledgeable in federal regulations of Coal Combustible Residuals (CCR) ponds and landfills.

Responsibilities

Work with key members of our CCR / MSW team to provide strategic business direction, support existing client relationships and execute the capture of CCR / Fly Ash / MSW projects.

Serve as senior CCR / MSW consultant for current and future projects, working with clients daily to set strategic direction for project execution.

Develop, present, and execute winning client strategies for new and follow‑on contract bids, and provide input to the overall development of technical, management and business plans.

Mentor and coach team members as required; serve as a reviewer and support pre‑sales activities and all phases of proposal development and post‑submission activities.

Support the overall long‑term strategy, growth, and pipeline development of Civil Engineering work for WSP in the assigned area of responsibility.

Manage and direct project design teams, including serving as Engineer of Record, Project Manager, or Project Director.

Assure the profitable performance of individual projects and the successful completion of the projects within the specified area.

Serve as one of the engineering discipline’s lead representatives / liaison to a variety of external entities including Federal, State, and Local Agencies, Clients, Subcontractors, industry‑related groups, and government and community entities.

Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Frequent local and national travel (up to 10 % of the time) to support client and agency meetings and / or audit project sites.

Qualifications

Minimum Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, with valid North Carolina PE registration.

12+ years of experience in the practice of civil engineering design, including significant experience with federal regulations of Coal Combustible Residuals (CCR) ponds and landfills.

Familiarity with the power market and clientele.

Good knowledge of in‑situ stabilization techniques and civil construction techniques associated with CCR or other waste material.

Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a scientific and non‑scientific audience.

Proficient self‑leadership with attention to detail, multi‑tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.

Successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening.

Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.

Proficiency with technical and business writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools.

Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug / alcohol and harassment policies.

Ability to work schedules conducive to project‑specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.

Proficient with Microsoft Office (e.g., Outlook, Word), with advanced‑level Excel.

Excellent verbal, strong writing, analytical, and organizational skills; a positive attitude, detail‑oriented; ability to work both independently and within groups.

Willingness to perform a variety of assignments on short notice.

Provide expert witness and litigation support, as needed.

Senior Level

Director

Employment Type

Full‑time

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