Environmental Scientist / Staff Engineer

The LiRo Group; Village of Mineola (NY); On-site; USD 103,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

The LiRo Group in Mineola, NY is seeking an Environmental Scientist / Staff Engineer to support field sampling, monitoring, and remediation for a major reconstruction project. This role combines fieldwork with office coordination and regulatory reporting.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Environmental Science or Engineering, 2–5+ years of relevant experience (asbestos project exposure a plus), OSHA 10/30, and credentials such as PE/CCM/DBIA when available. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Field and office support for environmental sampling, monitoring, hazmat assessment, pre-demolition remediation and construction administration.
• Coordinate with Program Management Team Senior Staff, Owners Representatives and Program Stakeholders.
• Oversee abatement, remediation, and demolition activities.
• Maintain databases of vendor qualifications and certifications.
• Track submittals, evaluate change orders, verify and report on work status and compliance.

Skills

OSHA 10/30

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science/Engineering

NYS Asbestos Project Designer

Job description

Environmental Scientist / Staff Engineer

US--Mineola

Job ID: 2026-3393

# of Openings: 1

Category: Environmental

235 East Jericho Turnpike, Mineola, NY

We currently have a need for an Environmental Scientist / Staff Engineer in our Mineola, NY office with some field work.

Come join our team! We are looking to build services and capabilities through the growth of our key asset- our staff. Ranked among the nation's top A/E firms by Engineering News-Record, LiRo-Hill provides construction management, engineering, environmental, architectural, and program management solutions. You can become part of an organization that has a strong track record and is looking to strengthen relationships and capabilities to continue being a trusted resource for our clients in the public and private sector. We are proud to be known as an “Integrated Construction, Design and Technology Solutions” firm and we have delivered on that label time and again.

Recently, Global Infrastructure Solutions Inc. (GISI), the parent company of The LiRo Group and Hill International, consolidated a portion of the highly experienced staff of both LiRo and Hill in the Northeast to create a larger, more efficient, and cost-effective team to serve clients. LiRo-Hill is a 1100-person firm with offices in NYC, Long Island, Buffalo, Rochester, Boston and Edison, NJ.

Responsibilities

• Field and office support for environmental field sampling, community air monitoring, hazmat assessment, pre-demolition remediation and construction administration for facilities that will be addressed as part of a large scale Commercial/Industrial phased Reconstruction
• Interface with the Program Management Team Senior Staff, as well as the Owners Representatives and Program Stakeholders
• Performing field investigation and coordinating and overseeing abatement, remediation, and demolition activities
• Maintaining databases of vendor qualifications and certifications
• Tracking submittals, evaluating change orders, verifying and reporting on the status of the work and, vendors regulatory code compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field required
• 2-5+ years experience in similar project work including lead and asbestos projects NYS DOL Asbestos Project Designer, a plus, preferred not required
• OSHA 10/30 hour certification
• PE, CCM or DBIA credentials a plus

Our Culture:

We believe in the power of collaboration. We work hard to build a corporate culture that empowers all our employees to freely share their ideas, know their presence, and contributions are truly valued, fostering a climate where our employees are enabled to maximize their full potential.

-We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a positive work environment

-Compensation: Minimum: $75.00/HR – Maximum: $85.00/HR. The range provided is the salary that the Firm in good faith believes at the time of this posting is willing to pay for the advertised position. Exact compensation will be determined based on the individual candidate's qualifications and location.

-The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

LiRo-Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or protected veteran status; and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Compensation details

75-85 Hourly Wage