Environmental Engineer, Scientist, or Geologist I

Description

The successful hire will be responsible for conducting comprehensive site investigations of contaminated media across a variety of public, residential, commercial and industrial locations, overseeing subcontractors during field operations, and producing technical reports, workplans and remedial construction documentation. They will also support entry‑level staff development and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and safety standards.

• Conduct Phase I and Phase II environmental site assessments and investigations across public, residential, commercial, and industrial sites.
• Perform field sampling of soil, soil vapor, groundwater, sediment, and air, and oversee subcontractors during drilling, well installation, and remedial construction.
• Develop and review workplans, remedial action plans, technical specifications, and comprehensive summary reports.
• Manage environmental construction activities such as community air monitoring, soil management, and remedial oversight.
• Supervise and train entry‑level staff, providing peer reviews and on‑the‑job guidance.
• Ensure compliance with NYSDEC rules (DER‑10, Part 360, Part 375) and OSHA safety requirements, including 40‑hour training.
• Maintain accurate data management, logging boreholes using the Burmister soil classification system, and interpreting laboratory results.

Requirements

We are hiring an Environmental Engineer, Scientist, or Geologist I for our expanding NYC environmental consulting practice. The role involves leading project and field work such as Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments and preparing Remedial Action Workplans throughout the New York metropolitan area. The ideal candidate is a self‑motivated professional with at least two years of relevant experience, strong interpersonal and writing abilities, and a willingness to supervise and train staff. The position offers a salary starting at $70,000.

Candidates must hold a BS in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science or a related discipline, possess a valid driver’s license and be able to travel throughout NYC, Westchester and Long Island. Required qualifications include two or more years of environmental consulting experience, proficiency in Phase I/II assessments, familiarity with NYSDEC regulations, OSHA training, and strong analytical, Microsoft Office and communication skills. Preference is given to those with OSHA 30‑hour construction training.

• Possess a valid driver’s license with a clean record and ability to travel throughout NYC, Westchester, and Long Island.
• Demonstrate strong quantitative, analytical, written and verbal communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook).
• Preferred: OSHA 30‑hour construction safety training.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance