Solid Waste Coordinator at HDR

Solid Waste Coordinator

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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe waste is more than management, it’s also an opportunity to innovate. As part of our Waste sector, you’ll help shape solid waste infrastructure and environmental stewardship. With a top-tier industry ranking, our team delivers comprehensive solutions that span waste planning, remediation, engineering and implementation. You’ll collaborate closely with clients and communities to design sustainable, cost-effective systems that contribute to cleaner environments and healthier communities. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive meaningful changes in the waste industry and build a legacy of sustainability.

HDR is currently seeking a Solid Waste Coordinator to join our Solid Waste Practice in Canada. You will work under the direction of senior professional engineers and designers by supporting complex assignments.

The ideal candidate will have experience in the solid waste field. This should include direct experience or transferable engineering/project management skills and experiences that can be readily applied to all types of facilities such as solid waste management/infrastructure facilities, including transfer station, public drop off, composting, resource recovery/material and energy recovery, and landfill facilities. Your involvement with site planning, conceptual and detailed design development, permitting and approvals, operations and maintenance plans, closure and costing will be important. Previous experience with project feasibility reports, procurement and construction document preparation, performance-based and prescriptive technical specifications, contractor selection and construction management would be an added asset. The candidate is also expected to be working towards obtaining their P.Eng. designation, and it is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure that all requirements for P.Eng. licensing are completed in a timely manner to not have delays in the licensing process (i.e. technical test, ethics/law test). The candidate must have access to a vehicle to attend any site visits or field work that may be required.

In the role of an Solid Waste Coordinator, we will count on you to assist Project Managers/Project Engineers with:

• Preparation of permit, bid, and construction level drawings, and supporting specifications.
• Developing conceptual plans, site layouts, grading plans and sections, underground utility plans, and stormwater drainage plans.
• Performing routine engineering assignments requiring application of standard techniques and procedures.
• Performing administrative duties associated with project management for civil/site projects.
• Performing other general support duties as needed.
• Attend site visits and complete field work on an as needed basis

Preferred Qualifications

• General environmental engineering experience , but will consider entry level candidates, particularly with prior internship experience in a related field
• Hazwoper 40 hour training is strongly recommended .
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD and GIS experience

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering or closely related Engineering field
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
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.

At HDR, the health and safety of our employees is of the upmost importance. In accordance with local safety, health, and environmental legislation, HDR is committed to developing, maintaining, and enforcing proactive safe work policies, procedures, and standards.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and other applicable legislation, we are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities. Candidates with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process by contacting our Human Resources team.

HDR is a certified Living Wage Employer in Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta.

Primary Location:

Canada-Ontario-Richmond Hill

Industry:

Waste

Schedule:

Full-time

Employee Status:

Regular

BusinessClass:

Waste Services

Job Posting:

Dec 3, 2025