Environmental Project Coordinator

Waste Management is seeking an Environmental Project Coordinator in Sumter, SC, to oversee onsite activities related to hazardous and non-hazardous waste management. Responsibilities include coordinating logistics, ensuring compliance with regulations, managing client relationships, and supervising a team of 10+ staff. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree or relevant experience, with at least two years in a similar role. Strong project management, customer service, and leadership skills are essential. OSHA certification and knowledge of RCRA/DOT compliance are preferred.
Why Choose Waste Management?
Stability. Growth. People-First Culture.

About the Environmental Project Coordinator Role
In this vital role, you will oversee all onsite activities at client locations concerning the storage, transportation, and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous wastes, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. You will manage onsite personnel and serve as a key liaison between our clients and vendors, focusing on service issues and contract management while upholding our high standards for safety and environmental responsibility.

Your Responsibilities
To be successful in this role, you must effectively perform the essential duties listed below. Additional tasks may be assigned as needed.
• Coordinate logistics for the safe transportation of hazardous and non-hazardous waste, including profiling, scheduling, manifesting, and loading bulk and drum loads.
• Work closely with clients to identify, design, and implement cost-saving initiatives and proposals.
• Ensure compliance with client and government regulations by conducting inspections and reporting; address and resolve all issues promptly.
• Administer financial obligations related to clients and vendors, including invoicing, reporting, and contract management.
• Foster a culture of safety by ensuring that all site personnel receive proper training to perform their duties and comply with safety and environmental regulations.
• Occasionally perform hands-on, labor-intensive tasks such as drum collection and bulking as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities
This role includes the direct supervision of approximately 10+ full-time operations staff.

What You Need to Succeed
The qualifications listed below represent the skills necessary to perform this job effectively.
• Education: Bachelor's Degree (accredited) in Environmental Sciences, Business, or a related field; or a High School Diploma/GED with four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience is required.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations, or Requirements:
• Experience with RCRA and DOT regulatory compliance is mandatory.
• OSHA 24-Hour HAZWOPER Certification is preferred.
• Valid Driver's License is required.
• Pre-assignment and/or pre-hire drug and/or alcohol testing may be required based on customer contract stipulations.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities:
• Strong skills in profit and loss management (budgeting).
• Project management proficiency.
• Excellent customer service and vendor management abilities.
• Creative and entrepreneurial mindset valuable for achieving ambitious goals.
• Effective supervisory and team-building experience.
• Strong problem-solving and innovative thinking skills.
• Excellent communication abilities.
• Decisive and strategic thinking skills.
• Proficient leadership and relationship-building skills.
• Solid financial acumen and business knowledge.
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of urgency to achieve results.

Working Environment
The following points outline the environmental demands and work setting for this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities:
• Frequent use of motor coordination and finger dexterity (keyboard use, machine operation) throughout the day.
• Required physical effort involves handling objects weighing up to 50 pounds during most of the workday.
• Exposure to occupational hazards (cuts, burns, toxic chemicals) is common.
• Work may involve environments with dirt, odors, noise, or extreme weather.
• This position requires indoor and outdoor work, including frequent site visits.

Benefits
At Waste Management, eligible employees receive a competitive total compensation package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. Additional perks include a Stock Purchase Plan, company-matched 401K, and more! Employees also enjoy paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Note that benefits may vary by site.

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

If this opportunity excites you, we encourage you to apply!