Project Manager, Project & Program Management, Environmental Manager

Kessler Consulting, Inc., (KCI) is a national leader in solid waste management planning and program implementation. Throughout our 36‑year history, KCI has remained committed to helping our clients find practical and sustainable solutions that maximize waste reduction and diversion while ensuring the long‑term financial security of their solid waste system. We strive to think “outside the box” to develop innovative approaches to our client’s needs.

This results‑oriented service has solidified our position as a top solid waste planning and management consulting firm. With offices in Florida, North Carolina, Maine, and Pennsylvania, KCI has helped clients remain on the leading edge of solid waste collection, recycling, composting, zero waste, and environmental stewardship.

KCI currently seeks a highly qualified Project Manager to join our team of innovative thinkers. Our Project Managers are the client interface for our company and are responsible for all aspects of a project. This includes ensuring client’s objectives are met within budget and on time. Project sizes may range and a desire to tackle complex, large projects with a clear and practical approach is a must.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage and execute consulting projects with a team and senior level support.
• Foster long‑term client relationships through sound client management practices.
• Develop scopes of work, budgets, staff assignments, and work plans for a range of solid waste projects.
• Ensure compliance with client contract requirements during projects.
• Manage preparation and delivery of work products and project deliverables.
• Develop presentations of project results and present to client, as requested.
• Maintain a clear pulse on the client’s objectives and needs and reorient when necessary.
• Produce products that meet the highest technical standards.

Qualifications:

• Ability to manage clients with a wide range of knowledge and skillsets.
• Demonstrated expertise of the current solid waste industry.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science or related major (Master’s Degree preferred).
• Minimum of five (5) years of project management experience with solid waste projects to include field and office‑based projects.
• Minimumoffive(5) yearsofconsultingexperience.
• Analytical thinker that prefers customized approach to solving problems.
• Detail oriented with solid communication, research, and technical writing skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and efficiently.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to travel often and on short notice.
• Reputable solid waste or sustainability certifications a plus.

KCI offers excellent opportunities for career advancement and a competitive compensation package, including medical, dental, vision, SEP, paid holidays and vacation. Position can be remote or Tampa-based.