Senior Environmental Engineer – PE Preferred
Senior Environmental Engineer – Are you ready to lead transformative projects at the intersection of environmental stewardship and redefining contaminated land into thriving, sustainable spaces? We are seeking an adept engineering mind and engineering leader to navigate the complexities of assessment, remediation, and redevelopment. If you’re passionate about shaping the future by turning contaminated spaces into safe havens for communities, businesses, and nature, this role offers an exciting opportunity to lead, innovate, and make a lasting impact.
The Senior Environmental Engineer plays a pivotal role in managing engineering personnel and overseeing all aspects engineering consulting projects including brownfield, remediation, and site closure projects. This role involves leading technical support, fieldwork, data analysis, and regulatory compliance in the context of environmental engineering. The Senior Environmental Engineer will lead project teams, contribute to proposal writing, manage budgets, and ensure successful project completion while adhering to regulations and best practices within the realm of brownfield redevelopment and environmental remediation.
We are seeking a Professional Engineer or a candidate on the path to licensure.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supervise engineering personnel and lead cohesive project teams focused on brownfield, remediation, and site closure projects.
- Manage complex engineering consulting project budgets and timelines.
- Utilize advanced spreadsheet-based modeling using platforms such as Quick Domenico and Biochlor for accurate data analysis.
- Demonstrate a deep understanding of regulations governing waste management, site remediation, and site closure within brownfield projects.
- Conduct meticulous final reviews of technical project submissions and engineering deliverables related various environmental consulting projects.
- Independently compose persuasive proposals.
- Lead research initiatives and contribute to expert witness reports pertaining to environmental matters.
- Strategically prepare and manage budgets and scopes of work for projects of varying complexity.
- Innovate and optimize the utilization of the Engineering Group within the context of brownfield and remediation projects.
- Evaluate the outcomes of remedial pilot tests or full-scale solutions in the context.
- Produce articulate written reports documenting field activities, data interpretations, exposure pathways, and conclusions.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Profound leadership and team management acumen within the brownfield and remediation context.
- Mastery in managing complex budgets and timelines.
- Advanced competency in using specialized spreadsheet-based modeling using platforms such as Quick Domenico and Biochlor.
- Deep understanding of regulations governing brownfield redevelopment, waste management, and site closure.
- Proficiency in analyzing diverse data sources to drive decisions.
- Exceptional computer skills, paired with eloquent verbal and written communication
JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Engineering
Recommended Experience: 5-7 years in environmental consulting, specializing in brownfield, site closure and remediation projects
Certifications: PE or on path to licensure.
Skills: Strong computer skills and compelling verbal/written communication
Additional Requirements: Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, physically capable of safely operating vehicles
Travel: This role requires occasional travel to client locations for brownfield and remediation projects, potentially resulting in extended workdays, overnights, long-distance drives, and air travel.
Job Context
Office: Approximately 75% or more office-based work in a controlled environment.
Field/Site Visits: Up to 25% of the role involves field/site visits and client travel, with potential exposure to environmental hazards, specifically within the context of brownfield and remediation projects.
Additional Scope:
Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate closely with property developers, local governments, and landowners to understand their vision for brownfield redevelopment and align environmental goals with their aspirations.
Risk Assessment: Conduct comprehensive risk assessments that evaluate potential human health and ecological risks associated with brownfield contaminants, guiding remediation strategies.
Community Outreach: Engage with local communities to communicate the benefits of brownfield redevelopment, address concerns, and incorporate community input into project planning.
Sustainable Design Integration: Work with architects, planners, and landscape designers to integrate sustainable design principles into brownfield redevelopment plans, promoting green infrastructure and energy efficiency.
Technology Adoption: Stay abreast of emerging technologies in environmental monitoring, remediation, and data analysis to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of brownfield projects.
Public-Private Partnerships: Facilitate partnerships between public entities, private developers, and community organizations to leverage resources for brownfield redevelopment while fostering community engagement.
Regulatory Advocacy: Keep abreast of evolving environmental regulations and advocate for practical regulatory approaches that support effective brownfield cleanup and redevelopment.
Innovative Funding Solutions: Explore creative funding mechanisms such as grants, tax incentives, and public-private financing to support brownfield remediation and redevelopment projects.
Adaptive Management: Implement adaptive management strategies that allow for ongoing adjustments
based on real-time monitoring and feedback during and after brownfield remediation.
Knowledge Dissemination: Contribute to industry conferences, seminars, and publications to share best practices and lessons learned from brownfield remediation and redevelopment projects.
Technical Training: Develop training programs for junior engineers and project teams, imparting specialized knowledge and skills relevant to brownfield assessment and remediation.
Multi-disciplinary Collaboration: Foster collaboration between geologists, hydrogeologists, chemists, and other experts to holistically address the challenges of brownfield redevelopment.
Environmental Justice Considerations: Ensure that brownfield redevelopment projects address environmental justice concerns and equitable distribution of benefits within communities.
Long-term Monitoring Plans: Develop comprehensive plans for post-remediation monitoring to ensure ongoing site safety and environmental compliance.
Health and Safety Oversight: Oversee health and safety protocols during fieldwork and remediation activities, ensuring the well-being of project teams and the surrounding community.