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    Solid Waste Planner - St. Louis Park, United States - HDR, Inc.

    HDR, Inc.
    HDR, Inc. St. Louis Park, United States

    4 weeks ago

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    Regular, Full time
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    About Us

    At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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    We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

    About You

    Our Solid Waste Practice is seeking a Planner with the ability to support a wide variety of waste diversion, resource management and visioning projects. You will be knowledgeable of, and or have experience with, recycling programs, source separated organics programs, and sustainability initiatives. Additionally, this candidate should show interest in other new and innovative diversion programs with an emphasis on sustainable materials management, along with collections 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 be involved in the development of long-range waste management strategic plans for municipalities including researching, identifying, assessing and evaluating alternate diversion and disposal technologies and programs. Additional opportunities will be available to support planning and approvals processes for a range of waste management facilities. You will also be expected to assist in preparing project reports, memorandums, and presentations by knowing the receiving audience perspective. You will help to foster client relationships through marketing and preparation of proposals for new projects. Incorporating strategic communications and engagement with multiple stakeholders will be an important part of the job and your projects. You should expect to be leading and coordinating projects across the United States, collaborating with staff in our various offices or with strategic partners. As part of a much larger Solid Waste team, you can also expect to be provided with opportunities to work on comparable, new, and exciting projects around HDR's network.



    Preferred Qualifications

    • Minimum of 0-5 years' experience in the areas of recycling, composting and waste management for a municipality or within a consultant environment
    • Familiarity with environmental and municipal policy processes
    • Knowledge of current trends in waste management, including zero waste, circular economy and product stewardship, and their implications and connection to sustainable practices
    • Knowledge of TRUE Advisor and or SWANA Zero Waste
    • Knowledge of Circular Economy and Extended Producer Responsibilities
    • Knowledge of Environmental Justice
    • Knowledge of Solid Waste Management Systems
    • Preference given to local candidates

    Required Qualifications
    • Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning or closely related field
    • Experience with Microsoft Office programs
    • Self-starter with excellent writing and communication skills
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
    • Strong conceptual, organizational, problem-solving and research abilities
    • May require the ability to travel
    • 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-Minnesota-Saint Louis ParkIndustry: WasteSchedule: Full-timeEmployee Status: RegularBusinessClass: Waste ServicesJob Posting: May 9, 2024

    At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

    USA: We are a Federal Contractor, Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified candidates regardless of minority, veteran, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or any other status protected by law.

    CANADA: We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

    AUSTRALIA: We consider all qualified candidates regardless of gender, ethnicity, country of birth, political or religious affiliation, health status, or any other status protected by law.

    At HDR, health and safety matters.

    For some positions, you may be required to provide drug and alcohol testing, before or during employment, based on our Drug Testing and Drug Free Workplace Policy.

    If you are required to drive for us, we require a valid driver's license and compliance with our vehicle policy.

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