Senior Technical Director, Solid Waste

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

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior Technical Director, Solid Waste for our Charlotte, NC office. Additional locations considered are Asheville, NC;
Durham, NC;
Greensboro, NC; or Wilmington, NC
.

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, lead client‑facing teams, and support growth in the Power market with an emphasis on Coal Combustion Residuals (CCR). Responsibilities include developing strategies for closing coal yards, ash ponds, and landfills, and serving as account manager for key clients.

Experience with municipal solid waste (MSW) is encouraged. Knowledge of federal regulations for CCR ponds and landfills is required.

• Work with key members of the CCR/MSW team to provide strategic business direction and support client relationships.
• Serve as senior CCR/MSW consultant, setting strategic direction for project execution.
• Develop, present, and execute winning client strategies for new and follow‑on contract bids.
• Mentor and coach team members, review proposals, and support all phases from pre‑sales to post‑submission.
• Support long‑term strategy, growth, and pipeline development for Civil Engineering work in the assigned area.
• Manage and direct project design teams as Engineer of Record, Project Manager, or Project Director.
• Ensure profitable performance and successful completion of projects within scope.
• Act as lead representative to external entities including federal, state, and local agencies, clients, subcontractors, and community groups.
• Exercise ethical decision‑making regarding company resources and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
• Travel locally and nationally up to 10% of the time to support client and agency meetings.

• Minimum Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, with valid North Carolina PE registration.
• 12+ years’ experience in civil engineering design, including significant experience with federal regulations for CCR ponds and landfills.
• Familiarity with the power market and its clientele.
• Knowledge of in‑situ stabilization techniques and civil construction techniques associated with CCR or other waste materials.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with a wide audience.
• Self‑leadership with strong attention to detail, multi‑tasking, and prioritization.
• Successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Proficiency in technical and business writing, office automation, and communication software.
• Track record of upholding workplace safety and adherence to WSP’s health, safety, and harassment policies.
• Flexible schedule to meet project‑specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word) and advanced Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written, analytical, and organizational skills; positive attitude; detail oriented.
• Willingness to perform a variety of assignments on short notice.
• Provide expert witness and litigation support, as needed.

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• Full‑time

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