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FL AL MS Solid Waste Section Manager

HDR, Inc.
flex time
United States, Florida, Tampa
Nov 18, 2024

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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/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.

HDR is hiring a Solid Waste Section Manager for Florida, Alabama and Mississippi. This position can be based out of any of our Florida or Alabama offices but will be expected to travel within the region.

HDR is consistently ranked by ENR as one of the top Waste Management firms in America. This senior level position will be responsible for leading the operations of the Solid Waste Section including staff development, financial performance (profitability, receivables), team morale, quality control, client and project management, and business development.


Primary Responsibilities



  • Take responsibility for operations of production section including staff development, profitability, morale, quality control and marketing support
  • Function as Project Manager and take responsibility for production on projects in addition to management responsibilities
  • Be administratively responsible for the section staff as well as provide technical leadership on projects.
  • Collaborate and coordinate resource and project efforts with other business groups.
  • Take administrative responsibility for section staff and technical service functions, and lead and coordinate services with other sections
  • Manage the financial performance of the Waste Section, including profitability, revenue/direct labor and receivables.
  • Will be involved in marketing planning proposals and interviews while directly involved with marketing private and public sector clients.
  • Ensure that all work is planned, organized, controlled and evaluated through proactive project management system
  • Implement, monitor and support company policy
  • Select, train, develop and manage technical personnel
  • Manage and develop multidiscipline teams
  • Work cooperatively with National Directors and marketing staff in local and national marketing and production efforts
  • Work with regional marketing and operations leads to develop strategic plans for sector growth and diversification.
  • Engage with industry trade associations to promote brand awareness
  • Coordinate with other Section Leads in other geographies to promote resource sharing and leveling
  • Travel to other FL offices and clients will be necessary, and flexible time in the office will be considered.
  • Perform other duties as needed


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Preferred Qualifications:



  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or related field
  • PE License
  • A minimum of 10 years' of experience in Solid Waste facilities, planning or program management which must include project management.
  • Waste-To-Energy (WTE) experience a plus.
  • Prior staff management and development experience

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree
  • A minimum of 10 years experience
  • Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role
  • Strong communication and listening skills
  • Ability to handle multiple assignments
  • Good leadership and organizational skills
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
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 is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location : United States-Florida-Tampa
Other Locations : United States-Florida-Doral, United States-Florida-West Palm Beach, United States-Alabama-Birmingham, United States-Florida-Pensacola, United States-Alabama-Mobile, United States-Florida-Fort Lauderdale, United States-Florida-Sarasota, United States-Florida-Tallahassee, United States-Florida-Jacksonville, United States-Florida-Orlando
Industry : Waste
Schedule : Full-time
Employee Status : Regular
BusinessClass : Waste Services
Job Posting : Sep 5, 2024
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