Lead Environmental Engineer

2 months ago


Chicago, United States Foth Infrastructure & Environment, LLC Full time

Do you like to solve problems in an engaging, collaborative, team environment? Are you excited about discovery, technical innovation, and achievement? Does working in a flexible culture with professional growth opportunities, a family friendly vibe, and smart, caring colleagues make for a great day? If so, consider an employment opportunity at Foth and join these members who enjoy their employment experience . The scientists and engineers of Foth Environment Solutions take on complex projects across many markets, including manufacturing, mining, solid waste, utilities, and coastal infrastructure. Informed by decades of experience and today’s best practices, we solve critical problems and add value in each of the markets we serve. Foth Environment Solutions has a long track record of exceptional results. Whether the goal is asset realization, navigating regulations, ensuring safety, reducing costs, or gaining a competitive edge, we are ready for the challenge. Are you a dynamic and results-driven professional seeking an opportunity to lead impactful projects in solid waste management?

Foth

is currently looking for a

Lead Environmental Engineer

with expertise in

solid waste

to join our innovative team. If you're passionate about making a difference, eager for career growth, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you Location:

This position will be based in one of the following locations: Green Bay, WI; Milwaukee, WI; Minneapolis, MN; Cedar Rapids, IA; or can be

remote

from a home office located in or near Wisconsin, Minnesota, or Iowa. Primary Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership:

Serve as the primary technical resource for solid waste projects, providing expertise in solid waste facilities and planning. Project Oversight:

Lead the development and quality control review of plans and specifications, serving as the engineer of record for municipal solid waste, ash monofill, and demolition landfill waste facility construction projects. Hands-On Engineering:

Provide hands-on technical engineering support for solid waste projects, including issue identification and resolution, project team leadership, and ensuring projects are delivered within scope, schedule, and budget. Communication and Collaboration:

Lead communications to ensure project completion with high quality and on-time delivery. Act as the primary contact for clients regarding solid waste projects, participate in proposals and presentations, attend client meetings, and advocate for client interests in public meetings. Client Engagement:

Proactively identify client needs and initiate activities to meet those needs. Demonstrate effective communication skills with clients, regulators, and stakeholders, focusing on technical issues. Regulatory Compliance:

Maintain a working knowledge of federal and state regulatory requirements and standards for waste facilities, fostering positive relationships with regulators on permitting and compliance issues. Team Development:

Coach junior engineers to develop their technical skills and contribute to their professional growth. Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field. Minimum of 10 years of engineering experience, with at least 5 years in solid waste projects. Professional Engineer (PE) licensure or ability to obtain. Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field 5+ years of experience working in the engineering consulting industry 3+ years project management / coordination experience Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Experience with sustainability practices such as Extended Producer Responsibility, Sustainable Materials Management, Circular Economies, Waste Diversion and Zero Waste All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. All locations are tobacco-free. About Foth Foth, the largest engineering and science consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, employs more than 650 members and operates in 28 locations to provide our national and international clients with convenient, personal services. Our dynamic science and engineering teams at Foth are organized into business units – Environment Solutions, Infrastructure Solutions, and Production Solutions – each comprised of extraordinary talent embodying decades of knowledge and specialized expertise. We bring our 80 year history of success and interdisciplinary knowledge to every client we serve, understanding their business, providing trusted advice, and developing customized, innovative solutions with remarkable energy and ingenuity. Foth provides engineers, scientists, and other talented professionals an award-winning employment experience, including flexibility to balance work and life. We take on our clients’ toughest challenges which provides meaningful project assignments working alongside creative and dedicated team members. Foth’s commitment to our members is demonstrated by annually reinvesting 5% of professional fee revenues in professional development activities. Our work environment is professional, collaborative, and fun. Each day, we work together in a unified, values-based culture, helping our clients’ achieve their goals and improving the world we live in. Join our team and experience the Foth difference

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