Early-Career Environmental Engineer, Geologist, or Scientist

Alliance of Hazardous Materials Professionals; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Retirement plan with employer match

Job summary

Hanley Environmental seeks an early-career environmental consulting professional to join the growing team in Charlotte/Raleigh, NC. The role blends field work with office tasks, offering visibility in a small firm and opportunities to advance your career.

You will conduct site assessments, support remedial actions, travel frequently in the SE US, and collaborate with clients, regulators, and vendors while developing technical writing and data analysis skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s and/or advanced degree in environmental engineering, geology, environmental science, or a closely related field.
• Experience in environmental consulting related to contaminated-site assessment and remediation is preferred.
• Interest in hands-on field work and ability to travel regularly, including overnight travel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with contaminated-site assessment and remediation practices.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal environmental regulations.
• Strong technical writing, data analysis, and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated and eager to learn in a small, growing firm.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to perform outdoor field work in varying conditions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental site assessments and support remedial actions.
• Perform field work including sampling, data collection, site documentation, and QA/QC.
• Travel regularly to project sites within the southeastern United States, including overnight travel.
• Prepare technical reports, figures, data tables, and calculations.
• Coordinate with contractors, clients, laboratories, and vendors.
• Assist with vapor intrusion mitigation system designs and brownfield redevelopment projects.
• Support project management from inception to completion with focus on quality, timeline, and budget.
• Engage with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders professionally.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Technical writing

Data analysis

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s or higher in environmental engineering/geology/environmental science

Job description

Hanley Environmental is seeking an early-career environmental consulting professional in the greater Charlotte or Raleigh, North Carolina areas to join our growing team. This is a unique opportunity to have a visible role in a small but expanding firm, with the ability to contribute to our business while developing your own career trajectory.

In this role, you will primarily support environmental projects in the southeastern United States, working from our office, remotely, and at project sites. This position will have a strong field component and require regular travel, including overnight travel. The successful candidate may have a background in environmental engineering, geology, environmental science, or a related field.

Founded in 2021, Hanley Environmental is a rising consultancy built on technical excellence, client service, and specialized expertise in environmental site assessment and remediation. Our remote-first work structure allows for flexibility, while our collaborative culture ensures that every contribution matters. We take on challenging, meaningful projects that solve complex environmental and regulatory issues and improve the communities we serve.

Job Responsibilities Include:

• Conducting environmental site assessments and supporting remedial actions.
• Performing field work, including environmental sampling, data collection, site documentation, and construction quality assurance.
• Traveling regularly to project sites, primarily within the southeastern United States, and sometimes farther.
• Preparing technical reports, figures, data tables, and calculations.
• Coordinating with contractors, clients, laboratories, and vendors.
• Assisting with vapor intrusion mitigation system designs and participating in brownfield redevelopment projects.
• Supporting project management efforts from inception to completion while adhering to quality, timeline, and budget goals.
• Engaging with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders in a professional manner.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s and/or advanced degree in environmental engineering, geology, environmental science, or a closely related field.
• Experience in environmental consulting related to contaminated-site assessment and remediation is preferred.
• Interest in performing hands‑on field work and the ability to travel regularly, including overnight travel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with contaminated-site assessment and remediation practices.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal environmental regulations.
• Strong technical writing, data analysis, and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated and eager to learn and work in a small, growing firm environment.
• Valid driver’s license and the ability to safely perform outdoor field work in varying site and weather conditions.

Why Hanley Environmental?

At Hanley Environmental, each team member has the opportunity to shape the future of our firm while forging their own career path. Our small, growing team ensures visibility and impact. Your contributions are recognized and truly matter. We take on meaningful projects that address real-world environmental issues in our communities, from contaminated-site assessments to pioneering vapor intrusion solutions.

By maintaining a culture of excellence, we trust our team members to work with integrity and professionalism. We also believe in celebrating success collectively: when one person thrives, it creates new opportunities for everyone.

Operating within a remote-first framework, we offer the flexibility and autonomy to do your best work while providing opportunities for in-person collaboration and hands‑on field experience. We also offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including health, vision, and dental coverage and a retirement plan with employer match. If you’re driven to make a tangible impact and eager to learn and grow, Hanley Environmental might be the perfect fit.