MN​/WI Waste Planning Section Manager

Description At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves:
What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:' ' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. We believe waste is more than management, it’s also an opportunity to innovate. As part of our Waste sector, you’ll help shape solid waste infrastructure and environmental stewardship.

With a top-tier industry ranking, our team delivers comprehensive solutions that span waste planning, remediation, engineering and implementation. You’ll collaborate closely with clients and communities to design sustainable, cost-effective systems that contribute to cleaner environments and healthier communities. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive meaningful changes in the waste industry and build a legacy of sustainability.

MN/WI Waste Planning Section Manager Our Waste Market Sector seeks a candidate who will lead the development and implementation of business strategies for our Area Waste Planning Section in coordination with local operational leadership and the Waste Market Sector global leadership.
Reporting to the Minnesota/Wisconsin Waste Market Sector Leader this individual will advance the waste planning practice through coordination of client relationships, and awareness of local and national market trends, and leading the growth of a multi-functional team through key hires.  This candidate will not only focus on further developing a Minnesota/Wisconsin focused Waste Planning Practice, but also support a wide variety of waste facilities, landfills, resource management and planning projects throughout North America.

Also, this candidate should show interest in other new and innovative diversion programs emphasizing sustainable materials management, along with policy and disposal practices. Your understanding of potential changes and emerging trends in the industry will set you apart from other candidates. You are confident working in a team environment, as well as independently, developing strong relationships and speaking to groups of people.

Responsibilities The successful candidate will lead the waste planning section by developing the business through strategic initiatives, writing proposals, managing projects, and building staff. This candidate will also be involved in leading the development of long-range waste management strategic plans for municipalities including waste infrastructure development, disposal technologies, and operational support. Additional opportunities will be available to support engineering and approval processes for a range of waste management facilities throughout North America.

Primary focus will be on the development and expansion of the Minnesota/Wisconsin program but you will also be expected to support and collaborate across various regions and business lines to advance a variety of strategies intended to support and grow the waste market sector.  The position encompasses a client focus, networking and establishing client relationships, developing leads, and strategic thinking in future directions for both our clients and programs.

Incorporating strategic communications and engagement with multiple stakeholders will be an important part of the job and your projects.

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