Senior Project Manager

Sanborn Head is an engineering and technical consulting firm serving private, public, and institutional clients in the development, energy, industrial, and solid waste markets. Our multidisciplinary team specializes in integrating core expertise in earth, energy, and environment to deliver innovative, practical solutions. We foster a collaborative, growth-oriented culture where people work together to solve complex challenges.

About the role

We are seeking a skilled, resourceful, and collaborative Civil or Environmental Engineer with solid waste engineering experience to join our team as a Senior Project Manager. This leadership position will develop and secure project work to grow the firm’s solid waste presence, manage a team of engineers and scientists, and contribute to overall firm growth. The right individual may have opportunities for firm ownership. This is a fast-paced, dynamic role with professional growth potential.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical strategies and oversee production of technical work products.
• Use AutoCAD Civil 3D to prepare engineering drawings, perform calculations, and integrate with other engineering software.
• Use engineering software to prepare calculations supporting stormwater management, hydrology, drainage designs, slope stability evaluations, and other design projects.
• Coordinate with project team members and clients.
• Interpret and analyze field and laboratory data.
• Oversee preparation of technical reports, data tables, specifications, and other deliverables.
• Serve as an Engineer-of-Record.
• Manage projects both financially and technically.
• Manage and supervise staff engineers and scientists.
• Prepare proposals and project budgets.
• Secure and develop clientele and serve as primary client manager.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years relevant experience (focus specifically related to solid waste) and a BS in Civil or Environmental Engineering, or 8 years relevant experience (preferred focus specifically related to solid waste).
• MS in Civil or Environmental Engineering preferred.
• Professional Engineering Licensure or ability to secure within 6 months.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Skills

• Strong attention to detail with expertise in solid waste permitting, design, and operations.
• Experience in landfill design/permitting, stormwater management, leachate and landfill gas management, geotechnical and groundwater engineering, geosynthetics, and associated construction.
• Knowledge of transfer station, recycling facility, and leachate treatment operations.
• Strong organizational, supervisory, mentoring, and time management skills with flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities.
• Client-service orientation with ability to anticipate needs and deliver results.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Collaborative communication style and ability to work well in a team.

Physical Requirements

• Requires sitting, walking, bending, and prolonged standing.
• Must be able to visit project sites, climb ladders and stairs as required.
• Work involves both indoor and outdoor activity in varying temperatures and weather conditions.
• Must be able to wear and work in personal protective equipment as required.
• Substantial repetitive motions of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers required.
• Close visual acuity required for preparing and analyzing data, transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, and extensive reading.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Schedule

• Full-time, 40 hours per week.
• Hybrid or fully remote, depending on candidate location.
• Office locations: Burlington, VT (Preferred); Bedford, NH (Preferred); Boston, MA; Horsham, PA; or Wilmington, DE — or fully remote.
• Occasional travel as needed (less than 25%).

Pay

The expected base salary range for this position is $118,000 to $140,000 per year. Specific compensation will be based on factors such as experience, education, training, qualifications, and work location.

Supplemental pay: Annual bonus based on individual and company performance.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health and wellness offerings.
• 401(k) retirement and profit-sharing plan.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Paid holidays, floating holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Paid time off for volunteering.
• Company-paid long-term care insurance and life insurance.
• Company-paid identity protection.