Project Manager

Company Description

Veolia in North America is the top‑ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as a hazardous waste and pollution‑treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher‑education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.

Position Purpose

Responsible for supervising a team(s) of field employees in providing services to clients that result in the safe disposal of hazardous and non‑hazardous materials. Coordinates subcontractors and field personnel within the job specifications and regulatory guidelines. Provides guidance and training to all field service employees. Prepares project estimates, proposals, and assists with contract preparation.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Manages team(s) including hiring, evaluating, and disciplinary actions.
• Complies with all applicable governmental regulations, and VES‑TS policies and procedures.
• Recognizes and acts on opportunities to increase value‑added services that benefit customers.
• Maintains a professional image to clients by answering inquiries and suggesting solutions to existing and/or potential problems.
• Complies with and enforces all compliance, health and safety, and procedural requirements in accordance with departmental procedures.
• Ensures completion and accuracy of all DOT/EPA and VES‑TS regulations required in submitting paperwork.
• Ensures completion of all mandatory training courses as required by OSHA as well as updated refresher courses instituted by the company.
• Oversees the operation and maintenance of all equipment to ensure optimum efficiency and effectiveness.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemistry or BA in a related science discipline, or equivalent work experience (required).
• 5 to 7 years of hazardous waste experience (required).
• 1 to 2 years of supervisory experience (preferred).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of disposal capabilities and limitations prior to shipping waste materials to ensure efficient disbursement and storage.
• Computer proficiency.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Time‑management ability to organize and manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong customer‑service orientation.
• Ability to follow through on projects to completion.
• Complete knowledge and understanding of contract provisions and terms.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to create and prepare reports as necessary.

Required Certifications and Licenses

• Valid driver’s license (required).
• Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (Class A or B) (required).
• 40‑hour HAZWOPER training.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and savings accounts.
• Paid time off policies.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid volunteering opportunities.
• Employer‑sponsored 401(k) plan.