Biosolids Senior Technical Leader

Summary

Join Woodard & Curran, a national employee-owned engineering and environmental firm, as a Senior Technical Leader in our biosolids wastewater practice. You will lead and oversee biosolids treatment and disposal projects, providing technical expertise, managing project teams, and developing client relationships. This remote position requires 15+ years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's degree (MS preferred), and a strong understanding of biosolids regulations. You will be responsible for business development, marketing, and representing the company in industry organizations. The role offers competitive pay ($145,000-$225,000 annually), remote work flexibility, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• Minimum of 15 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience in the execution and management in the marketplace
• Bachelor's degree in environmental sciences, engineering, or a related field from an accredited program. MS preferred
• Broad experience in the environmental and engineering consulting business, including experience in project management and technical project execution
• Demonstrated track record of extensive project/program management
• Experience identifying, leading, and participating in business development and bid and proposal efforts
• Strong desire to grow an organization and the ability to motivate others
• Network of potential professional teaming partners, specialty sub-consultants, and industry experts; excellent reputation within the industry
• Understanding of the business development cycle explicitly related to the consulting business, including campaign management, proposal writing, and development of oral interview strategy and materials
• Industry leader with proven ability to understand and articulate issues that impact the success of our technical practice

Responsibilities

• Act as a technical lead for strategically significant projects, including having substantial interaction related to all technical tasks associated with the project
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients and regulatory agencies
• Provide technical expertise on biosolids treatment and disposal projects
• Support project teams, including supervision of engineers, technicians, and other professionals
• Conduct site assessments and evaluations of treatment processes and facilities
• Prepare technical reports and proposals for clients
• Represent the company in industry and professional organizations
• Stay current on emerging technologies and regulatory developments in the field of biosolids management
• Collaborate with Practice Leaders on Practice approach, technical direction, quality controls, and innovation
• Support Project Managers & Technical Managers for completion of technical tasks to scope, schedule, and budget
• Support the Project Manager by providing strategic advice and technical leadership on projects
• Responsible for overall technical content and quality of project deliverables
• Responsible for directing complex engineering or scientific work for clients
• Foster and maintain one-on-one relationships with key external clients & internal technical teams
• Prepare and deliver presentations to internal and/or external clients
• Identify business needs to become more successful across markets and work with Practice Leaders to pursue opportunities in these areas
• Work with the marketing team to develop and maintain marketing materials for the biosolids market
• Drive positioning of the firm as a market leader in a given technical discipline
• Educate Client Managers with support from the Practice Leaders, and support them on successful approaches to advance the development of business (sales) with a client and geographic market
• Provide leadership in the coordination of the SBU’s participation in conferences. Prepare and present papers to maintain reputation as a leader in the various technical practices and to assist in enhancing W&C’s brand
• Increase W&C visibility through prioritization of, active participation in, and recommendations for sponsorship of professional organizations

Benefits

• 401(k) Pre-tax or Roth Contributions: The company matches 100% of the first 3% of salary contributed
• Observed holidays: Choose up to 9 holidays to observe annually
• Vacation: Accrued based on years of experience and calculated on hours worked
• Sick time: Paid sick time for non-work related illness or injury
• Parental leave : Up to 80 hours of Paid Parental Leave for child bonding
• Paid short and long term disability
• Medical plan options; plus dental and vision plans
• Basic employee group life insurance and AD&D benefits; additional voluntary life insurance for employees and families is available through Sun Life
• DarioMind assistance program combined with personalized mental health and wellbeing resources
• $145,000 - $225,000 a year
• This role has the option for remote work