Sustainable Materials Management Technical Associate

The Sustainable Materials Management ("SMM") Technical Associate will be responsible for providing sustainability analysis, support, and outreach support for projects being conducted for private and public clients. You will provide regulatory compliance knowledge and/or guidance. You will work with clients to improve the management and profitability of waste reduction, recycling, composting and special waste programs. You will have a mix of field work and in office work in the Pasadena Office.

Plan, organize and coordinate sustainable development activities and programs.
• Complete waste audits and characterization studies to assess the success or needs of diversion programs and document consumption patterns.
• Assess client programs and policies to ensure regulatory compliance and suggest and/or implement improvements as needed.
• Assist with the design and implementation of recycling and waste programs.
• Train and educate clients on sustainability programs and compliance.
• Analyze collected data to determine compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.
• Prepare data validation and calculations for reports and in support of client compliance.
• Compile data for and prepare a variety of reports, studies, and related information for decision-making purposes as required by the client and regulatory agencies.
• Maintain a working knowledge of all relevant regulations and requirements and inform clients of any new or revised regulations and requirements that may impact them.
• Develop, design, and deliver sustainability messages, website, promotional, and public relations material about sustainability and related activities.
• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, and clients as needed.
• Draft client proposals by interacting with clients to understand their business objectives, and to deliver solutions that meet the client's technical needs and requirements.
• Meet with key stakeholders
• Create and collect survey data as needed by clients.
• Participate in health and safety training as required.
• Review technical documents to ensure completeness and conformance to requirements.

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, environmental studies, or related field preferred. Candidates without a bachelor's degree will be considered if they have a minimum of 1 year of relevant environmental and/or engineering experience.
• Valid Driver's License with a driving record in good standing required.