Cambium | Waste Management Planner

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STATUS: Permanent

LOCATION: Barrie, Kingston, Whitby, Ottawa, Peterborough, ON

APPLY BY: November 29, 2024

SALARY RANGE: $77,000-$145,000/year

WHY WORK WITH CAMBIUM?

You want to be a part of a successful, dynamic and fast-growing consulting and engineering company built on quality people doing quality work in a rewarding environment. We help build Ontario. We have offices in Ottawa, Whitby, Barrie, Kingston, and Peterborough.

Our team is fun and friendly. Whether it's trips to sporting events, movie nights, monthly socials, or weekend retreats, our team likes to have a good time together.

Our team is hard-working. You’ll need to be flexible and able to manage priorities. Sometimes the days are long. But you are always compensated for your efforts. And we support balance with generous paid time off entitlements.

Our team is proud. Donating a portion of our net income each year to important causes and events. Winning awards. You’ll find it easy to feel good about working with Cambium.

CAMBIUM REWARDS

Our focus on caring for the employee as a whole person is apparent in the way we reward our people:

  • A competitive salary and a 100% employer paid benefits program, that includes critical illness, long term disability, life insurance, and health and dental coverage

  • Generous vacation entitlements, paid personal days plus sick time allotments to take care of you and your family

  • The opportunity to participate in an employer sponsored Registered Pension Plan (RPP), company profit sharing opportunities, company ownership opportunities

  • Financial support for your professional development and flexible scheduling to help you integrate work and family life

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO THIRVE AT CAMBIUM?

You’re a well-rounded professional with the perfect blend of planning expertise, project management experience, and a knack for solving complex problems to deliver outstanding solutions for clients. Challenges motivate you, collaboration energizes you, and you’re always looking for ways to streamline processes and drive efficiency.

Your strong personal values align with Cambium’s, and your positive outlook makes you a great fit in our cohesive, supportive team. You’re driven by high standards, always aiming to deliver quality results that make an impact. Building lasting relationships is important to you, and you know how to create mutual understanding and trust with everyone you work with. If this sounds like you, we’d love to connect!

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

Join our Waste Resources Management team as a Project Manager and play a pivotal role in delivering waste management planning solutions for a diverse range of clients. We are looking for a candidate with strong experience in municipal waste operations who can effectively manage complex projects and lead teams to success. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with excellent communication skills, a strong ability to collaborate with clients and internal teams, and the capacity to monitor and adjust project scopes to meet client needs. Your ability to problem-solve, drive efficiency, and manage resources effectively will be key to ensuring timely and successful project delivery. If you have a passion for waste management planning and a proven track record of managing projects from start to finish, we want to hear from you!

JOB DUTIES

  • Develop and oversee comprehensive waste management planning projects, including:

    • Develop Waste Management Plans – Design comprehensive strategies for waste reduction, collection, recycling, and disposal for municipalities, businesses, or industries.

    • Conduct Waste Audits – Assess current waste management practices and identify areas for improvement through waste audits and data analysis.

    • Regulatory Compliance – Ensure waste management practices comply with local, regional, and national regulations, including environmental and health standards.

    • Forecast Waste Trends – Analyze current waste generation patterns and predict future trends, advising clients on capacity planning and resource allocation.

    • Waste Diversion Strategies – Develop and implement strategies to reduce, reuse, and recycle materials, aiming for higher diversion rates from landfills.

    • Sustainability Initiatives – Advise on sustainable waste practices, including organic waste management, composting, and the use of alternative technologies like anaerobic digestion.

    • Technology Evaluation – Assess and recommend new technologies for waste processing, recycling, and recovery to improve efficiency and sustainability.

    • Public Outreach and Education – Lead community outreach programs, educating the public on waste reduction techniques, recycling protocols, and sustainability practices.

    • Budgeting and Cost Estimation – Prepare cost estimates and budgets for waste management projects, ensuring cost-effectiveness and efficiency.

    • Collaboration with Stakeholders – Work with government agencies, waste management facilities, environmental organizations, and other stakeholders to implement waste management solutions.

    • Data Management and Reporting – Collect and analyze data related to waste generation, disposal, and recycling rates to inform decision-making and improve waste management programs.

  • Drive project planning and execution, including scheduling, resource allocation, subcontractor management, budgeting, invoicing, and supervising project personnel while maintaining clear communication with clients.

  • Build and nurture client relationships, focusing on client retention and new business acquisition to grow our portfolio.

  • Ensure financial success by managing project revenue, costs, and profitability to deliver outcomes within budget and scope.

  • Uphold health and safety standards for all personnel working on your projects, ensuring a safe working environment.

  • Mentor and develop junior personnel, fostering growth and building a strong, skilled team for continued success.

  • Willingness to travel to project sites and meetings as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • A post-secondary education in engineering, science, environmental science, or a related discipline.

  • 5 years of relevant employment experience on developing waste solutions for municipalities, Indigenous communities, and the IC&I sectors and completing annual monitoring and reporting for these sectors.

  • Familiarity with Ontario waste and environmental legislation and regulations and a variety of waste management practices.

  • Outstanding organizational, communication, and technical skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage several assignments at one time.

  • Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.

  • Exceptional problem solving and critical thinking skills.

  • Understanding and/or proficiency with sector related computer software and all Microsoft Office products.

  • The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills with fluency (reading, writing and oral) in English.

  • Valid Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle.

Application deadline: November 29, 2024

Visit cambium-inc.com or reach out today to hr@cambium-inc.com

We recognize the diverse nature of applicants and consider a combination of equivalent education and experience. We are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.