Job description
Join EcoCycle Waste Solutions as a Waste Program Manager in Houston, TX. You will lead city-wide waste reduction initiatives, optimize residential, commercial, and industrial programs, and drive sustainable outcomes with a cross-functional team.
In this pivotal role, you will partner with local governments, haulers, and community organizations to increase recycling rates, reduce landfill usage, and advance circular economy practices. We offer a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to shape policy and community engagement.
Responsibility
- Lead development and execution of integrated waste management programs across municipal and commercial sectors.
- Analyze program performance using data analytics to drive continuous improvement and cost efficiency.
- Collaborate with city officials, haulers, and stakeholders to ensure regulatory compliance and alignment with sustainability goals.
- Manage budgets, procurement, and vendor relationships to optimize service quality and cost.
- Design and implement public outreach campaigns to promote recycling, organics diversion, and waste reduction.
- Oversee contractor management, safety protocols, and performance metrics for field operations.
- Prepare reports for leadership and regulatory agencies, highlighting impact and areas for investment.
- Lead grant writing and funding applications to support program expansion and innovation.
Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Public Policy, or a related field; Master’s preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in waste management, recycling, or environmental program administration.
- Proven project management skills with PMP or equivalent certification a plus.
- Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations (RCRA, EPA, local ordinances).
- Data-driven mindset with experience using SQL, spreadsheets, and dashboards to track KPIs.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and negotiation abilities.
- Experience managing multi-million-dollar budgets and cross-functional teams.
- Ability to travel regionally as needed and work in a community-facing role.