Landfill Manager – C&D Operations in Chesterfield, Virginia at Qualdoc, LLC

Landfill Manager – C&D Operations
Location: Chesterfield, VA
Job Type: Direct Hire
Salary: Starting at $90,000+ (based on experience)

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Landfill Manager to oversee the daily operations, compliance, and performance of a Construction & Demolition (C&D) landfill. This role is responsible for managing site activities, ensuring regulatory compliance, and optimizing operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate has strong operational leadership experience, understands trucking/logistics, and can balance production with regulatory requirements.

Operations Management

• Oversee daily landfill operations including waste placement, compaction, and cover
• Manage incoming material flow, traffic control, and tipping operations
• Coordinate with haulers to maximize efficiency and throughput
• Ensure proper grading, drainage, and airspace utilization
• Monitor performance metrics such as cycle times and volume

Environmental & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with applicable environmental regulations and permits
• Manage inspections, reporting, and recordkeeping
• Oversee stormwater, erosion control, and environmental systems
• Coordinate with third-party environmental consultants as needed
• Lead response efforts for compliance-related issues

Team Leadership

• Supervise and develop site personnel including operators and support staff
• Set productivity expectations and enforce safety standards
• Promote a strong safety culture and regulatory compliance

Equipment & Asset Management

• Oversee heavy equipment operations (dozers, compactors, excavators, loaders)
• Coordinate preventative maintenance and repairs
• Ensure efficient equipment utilization

Customer & Stakeholder Relations

• Maintain relationships with customers, contractors, and haulers
• Address operational or service-related concerns

• 5+ years of experience in landfill operations, heavy civil, quarry, or similar environment
• Prior supervisory or management experience required
• Strong understanding of trucking/logistics and heavy equipment operations
• Familiarity with C&D material handling and disposal practices
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and permitting processes
• Strong leadership and communication skills

• Experience managing C&D landfill operations
• Knowledge of airspace management and site development
• Experience with scale systems and operational tracking tools

• Weekly pay
• Profit sharing program
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Short-term disability insurance
• Company-paid life insurance

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance