Waste Facilities Engineer

Company : gpac

Location : Charleston, SC, 29408

Posted Date : 19 October 2025

Job Details

Job Description
Position Overview:
Responsibilities of this position will include; interpretation of federal, state and local agency regulations, analysis, oversight and review of project work products, including site specific technical data, calculations, technical reports, construction plans, cost estimates, environmental permit applications and permit terms and conditions. These responsibilities will be applied to the development and construction of solid waste facilities including transfer stations, recycling centers, and material recovery facilities. The position will also involve business development, client relations, and working closely with peers and junior staff.
Role:

Project Management and Business Development.
Independently perform engineering calculations, direct CADD in the formation of ideas into design drawings, write reports, and make project decisions with the oversight of senior client managers.
Work in all phases of a project from feasibility studies to construction/startup, including preparation of drawings, plans, specifications, reports, bid documents, and certifications.
Analyze reports, maps, drawings, environmental data, and aerial photographs.

Prepare construction cost estimations.
Prepare design reports.
Stamp/certify designs.
Oversee construction projects to monitor progress and ensure conformance to engineering plans, specifications and construction and safety standards.
Plan, develop, coordinate, and help direct work for multi-project clients, and multiple clients.

Help support business development initiatives for continued work with key clients and business sectors.
Maintain the quality control on projects and on administrative tasks.
Manage multiple smaller company priorities and projects.
Prepare proposals for mid to large-size projects, including the development of technical plans, schedules, and cost estimates, and preparation with staff.
Periodic travel to project site and conferences (2 to 3 hotel nights per month)

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree or above in engineering or related environmental field
Professional Engineer or ability to obtain license within 2 years.2

Solid waste management
Facility development
Landfill infrastructure design

Familiarity with Landfil Gas Capture processes
Project management experience, including budgets, schedules, and invoicing
Solid organization and time management skills
Self-disciplined/motivated individual who works well from home and also works well in a team environment. Located in the southern states with a preference for Florida.
Proficiency with computer usage for document preparation including Word and Excel, and engineering software related to your field
Working knowledge of computer-aided design software; 3D preferred
Strong communication, interpersonal, and developing leadership skills. Ability to communicate clearly and regularly with project manager/team.
Strong analytical/technical skills
Regulatory experience is a plus, but not required
Established client relationships are required

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.