Solid Waste Project Manager

Overview

HDR is a employee-owned firm committed to an inclusive culture where every individual is valued and respected. We strive to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and communities. Each role contributes to HDR's impact on the world.

HDR is seeking a Solid Waste Project Manager with experience in solid waste and recycling projects in New England to join our nationally ranked team. The role focuses on project management with additional responsibilities in business development and client engagement. Travel to regional offices and client sites throughout the Northeast will be required.

This position supports the growth of HDRs solid waste program across New England by adding experienced project management leadership to the team. The role includes managing and supporting projects spanning facility design and operations, planning, feasibility, cost estimating, capital program support, and operational monitoring across waste-to-energy facilities, material recycling facilities, landfills, transfer stations, and organics processing sites.

• Function as a project manager or technical lead on small to large solid waste projects. May be involved with the production and coordination of several projects concurrently.
• Establish client relations and work closely on marketing, client development, contractual, design and production activities.
• Coordinate staffing and workload allocations throughout the project development and execution phases.
• Complete deliverables and milestones on schedule.
• Work closely with Business/Accounting Manager, Project Managers and others on project reviews and updates as required.
• Comply with and implement company QA/QC procedures.
• Provide contract management support.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Supervises project staff and acts as mentor for less experienced solid waste technical staff and Project Managers.
• Work with New England Waste Sector Lead and waste client development leads to prioritize marketing targets.
• Develop marketing strategies and proposals for new and existing solid waste clients.
• Planning, directing, and monitoring all aspects of solid waste engineering projects such as solid waste facilities, transfer stations, landfill and planning studies.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience with New England state solid waste and recycling regulations and permitting
• Experience with solid waste master planning and implementation of waste diversion programs
• Experience with organics management and organics facility design
• Demonstrated understanding of client relationship management and experience interacting directly with clients
• Proficient with AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Preference is given to Local Candidates

• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• 7 years related experience
• A minimum of 2 years project management experience
• Ability to interact with various design teams, with excellent organizational, project management and communication (written and verbal) skills
• Commitment to active participation in our employee-owned culture

HDR is our company. We build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, trust, and connection with clients and communities we serve.

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone can engage and contribute.

Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance, and success. This includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range depends on skills, experience, education, and location:

• Boston, MA: $137,676 - $196,680
• Portland, ME: $108,994 - $155,705
• Providence, RI: $126,203 - $180,290
• Bedford, NH: $126,203 - $180,290
• Rocky Hill, CT: $131,940 - $188,485

Primary

Location:

United States-Massachusetts-Boston

Other Locations:
United States-New Hampshire-Bedford, United States-Maine-Portland, United States-Connecticut-Rocky Hill, United States-Rhode Island-Providence

Waste

Full-time

Regular

Jul 16, 2026