Civil Engineer - Solid Waste
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LocationMultiple Locations
Also inKansas City (MO); Oklahoma City (OK); Omaha (NE)
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityLead
Experience3+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 18, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live2d ago
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Bachelor of Science in Civil, Environmental, or Biological Engineering or related engineering degree from an ABET-accredited program
3 years minimum related professional environmental engineering experience
Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS, and technical area-specific programs
Strong knowledge of standard civil engineering techniques and procedures
Self-motivation and the ability to self-manage and multi-task
Strong problem-solving abilities, interpersonal skills, and ability to work within a team framework
6 years preferred related professional environmental engineering experience
Previous consulting experience is strongly preferred
PE license preferred
Experience overseeing construction and an understanding of construction methods and procedures are highly preferred
Project management or assistant project management experience preferred
Ability to travel and work in the field, up to 10%, as required
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Skills
AutoCAD Civil 3D
ArcGIS
HEC-RAS 1D/2D
HEC-HMS
CivilStorm
About the role
Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Civil Engineer - Solid Waste with related environmental experience to add to our Environmental Services Global Practice’s Environmental Engineering team in Kansas City (MO), Oklahoma City (OK), and Omaha (NE).
We are looking for a self-motivated and experienced engineer and civil designer to lead or support a wide variety of civil and environmental engineering designs for new projects, alterations, and redevelopments on a variety of projects in environmental engineering markets and contribute to implementing department strategy, vision, and culture.
The position offers the opportunity to practice in a variety of technical areas, including but not limited to:
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Solid Waste – permitting, design, construction, and compliance support for solid waste infrastructure including monofills, landfills, transfer stations, material recovery facilities, etc.
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Site/Civil – site grading and design, site stormwater modeling and design, design of other site utilities (water, wastewater, etc.), coal combustion residuals (CCR) project, dams and levees, etc.
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Water Resources – riverine 1D and 2D modeling, floodplain permitting, stream bank stabilization, stream and wetland restoration, etc. The Staff Civil Engineer will work within our region’s team to provide technical leadership and mentorship of early career team members, collaborate broadly to support our Environmental Services global practice, and will generally be responsible for the following:
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Leading or supporting engineering teams to deliver well-coordinated, high-quality designs for civil or environmental engineering projects.
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Coordinating and supporting all aspects of multidisciplinary projects with varying degrees of technical complexity.
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Preparing documentation for design projects, including design criteria, technical letters, memorandums, reports, drawings, detailed design packages, and cost estimates.
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Directing and reviewing work products prepared by early-career engineering staff.
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Providing technical leadership and quality reviews aligned with experience.
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Project management duties include executing the project scope, budget, schedule, quality, safety, and client expectations.
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Establishing client relations and involvement with marketing, contractual, management, and design meetings.
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Championing QA/QC procedures.
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Executing internal personnel training.
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Other duties, as assigned.
Requirements
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Bachelor of Science in Civil, Environmental, or Biological Engineering or related engineering degree from an ABET-accredited program.
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3 years minimum related professional environmental engineering experience (6 years preferred).
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Previous consulting experience is strongly preferred.
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Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS, and technical area-specific programs. For example, water resources-focused candidates should demonstrate proficiency in additional software such as HEC-RAS 1D/2D, HEC-HMS, CivilStorm (or equivalent), etc.
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PE license preferred.
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Experience overseeing construction and an understanding of construction methods and procedures are highly preferred.
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Project management or assistant project management experience preferred.
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Strong knowledge of standard civil engineering techniques and procedures.
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Self-motivation and the ability to self-manage and multi-task (write reports, analyze data, perform design tasks, etc.)
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Strong problem-solving abilities, interpersonal skills, and ability to work within a team framework
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Ability to travel and work in the field, up to 10%, as required.
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EEO/Disabled/Veterans
About the company
Burns & McDonnell is making the world a better place every day. When we take on some of the world’s toughest challenges, we’re putting the industry’s best thinking to work, striving to create amazing success for our clients and amazing careers for our employee-owners. Our staff of more than 7,000 engineers, architects, construction professionals, scientists, consultants and business professionals is constantly growing.
We have offices and projects across the U.S. and around the globe. We are proud to rank among FORTUNE magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. Our culture, powered by 100% employee ownership, plays a major role in getting us there. Each employee brings a high level of commitment to every project. Clients have shown their appreciation of this dedication, rewarding us with a 90% repeat business rate and decades-long partnerships. That’s pretty cool for a firm that started as a small engineering consulting shop back in 1898.
At Burns & McDonnell, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference while fulfilling your personal and professional ambitions. Our entrepreneurial culture lets you guide your destiny and shape the path your career travels. And with hundreds of service specialties, your career and development options are endless.
Are you ready to create amazing?
Burns & McDonnell is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
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