Environmental Engineer

Cherokee Federal; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 105,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Job summary

Cherokee Nation Government Solutions (CNGS) seeks an Environmental Engineer II to support the Navy BRAC PMO in Pennsylvania. The role focuses on CERCLA/RCRA programs, pollution control, remediation strategies, and sustainable design.

Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to ensure timely project execution and compliance. Requires a Bachelor’s in a physical science or engineering and at least six years of environmental experience, including CERCLA work, plus a current HAZWOPER

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in the physical sciences or engineering required.
• Six years of environmental experience including CERCLA-related projects or other federal environmental projects.
• HAZWOPER certification and refresher required.
• Ability to pass a DoD security investigation and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Provide environmental and technical assistance to support Project Manager with project oversight, including data collection, cost estimates, and statements of work.
• Coordinate project schedules, resources, equipment, and information.
• Maintain project costs, milestones, and deadlines; complete reporting.
• Perform quality control inspections and prepare project briefings and presentations.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in the physical sciences, including Environmental Science, Geology, Chemistry, Biology, or Engineering from an accredited college or university

Job description

***This position requires an active Secret clearance or the ability to obtain a Secret clearance to be considered. ***

LOCATION: Philadelphia, PA

The Environmental Engineer II (EEII) is a key role, responsible for applying advanced engineering principles to develop innovative solutions for environmental challenges in support of the Navy’s Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) Program Management Office (PMO) located in Pennsylvania, PA. Specifically, support is directly linked to Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA)/Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Programs supporting the ongoing clean-up of Department of the Navy BRAC properties. Collaborating with cross-functional teams and other EEII staffing, this role involves designing and implementing strategies for pollution control, sustainable design, and remediation projects. With a strong foundation in environmental engineering, the incumbent will contribute to the development and execution of projects that promote a greener and more sustainable future.

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Environmental Engineer II: 105-110k

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

• This position provides


• Provide environmental and technical assistance to support Project Manager with project oversight, including data collection, regular interface, cost estimate development, preparation of statements of work, and drafting correspondence according to established milestones with review for quality and progress assuring schedules, cost estimates, and strategies are accurate and executable.


• Coordinate project schedules, resources, equipment, and information.


• Maintain project costs, tasks, milestones, and deadlines.


• Complete weekly and monthly internal and external reporting.


• Perform quality control and assurance inspections and surveys.


• Develop project briefings and presentations.


• Maintain and organize project files, invoices, estimates, and vendor information.


• Investigate and resolve issues and elevate to management when necessary.


• Provide technical editorial review on submissions to support organizations.


• Assist with tracking project tasks, deliverables, and milestones.


• Research and interpret federal and state environmental laws and regulations (proposed and existing) and determine their applicability to specific environmental projects that are conducted under the IR Program.


• Attend environmental subject related conferences including industry and regulatory agencies.


• Provide assistance with preparing written journal articles for publication in periodicals on environmental topics.


• Draft project cost estimates, utilizing available cost estimation tools as well as independent research and professional experience.


• Suggest innovative technical principles, practices, theories, and resolutions to technical issues.


• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY/MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY

• Bachelor’s degree in the physical sciences, including Environmental Science, Geology, Chemistry, Biology, or Engineering from an accredited college or university.


• Minimum of six (6) years environmental experience including at least three (3) years working on Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) environmental projects or other federal environmental projects.


• Current U.S. Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) certification and appropriate refresher.


• Valid REAL ID driver’s license.


• Strong communication skills in English language, both oral and written.


• Ability to successfully pass a drug screen and background check.


• Ability to pass a Department of Defense security investigation in support of access to limited privilege and sensitive information with no access to classified information.


• Knowledge of the laws, regulations, and standards applicable to the specialty, such as but not limited to federal and state environmental regulations relevant to environmental remediation of CERCLA hazardous substances, munitions, radiological, lead-based paint, asbestos, and petroleum. This includes but is not limited to CERCLA, Superfund Amendments Reauthorization Act (SARA), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), state hazardous waste laws and regulations, Clean Air Act, and Clean Water Act.


• Ability to perform regular and recurring field inspections, investigations, or surveys in which there is a considerable amount of walking, stooping, bending, and climbing.


• Ability to perform work in an office setting, with occasional visits to remediation sites. Work involves risks of discomfort that require adherence to safety precautions.


• Experience in broad-based geologic and engineering disciplines, including investigation and remediation of various environmental media such as soil, sediment, groundwater, and soil gas.


• Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, and Outlook).


• Past applicable job experience may include, but is not limited to: Senior Environmental Engineer, Environmental Engineer III, or Lead Environmental Engineer


• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation Government Solutions (CNGS) provides support, services, and solutions to federal and commercial customers. The company takes a personalized approach to solving our clients' toughest challenges, helping you make the most of your skills. CNGS is part of Cherokee Federal – a team of tribally owned federal contracting companies. For more information, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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