Principal Environmental Scientist

T&M Associates; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Flexible schedules

Wellness program

Professional development

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

T&M Associates in New Jersey seeks an Environmental Scientist or Engineer to join our remediation practice as a senior technical specialist, leading complex projects and delivering compliant solutions.

The role includes project management, site investigations, remediation design, regulatory submissions, QA/QC, mentorship for junior staff, collaboration across offices in a hybrid work environment, with a focus on NJDEP Site Remediation Program compliance and periodic travel.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of environmental consulting experience in site investigations, remediation systems, and long-term operations.
• Strong ability to independently manage technical assignments and develop practical solutions.
• Experience coordinating project teams and providing guidance to junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead senior technical execution of remediation projects, including work plans, reports, and regulatory submittals.
• Independently evaluate environmental conditions, analyze data, and develop recommendations for complex challenges.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and scientists.
• Serve as Project Manager on environmental investigation projects with NJDEP Site Remediation Program focus.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, LSRPs, Engineers, and Scientists to meet technical standards and client objectives.
• Perform technical reviews and QA/QC to ensure accuracy and compliance across deliverables.
• Prepare technical and cost proposals and assess project risks.

Skills

Technical leadership

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Mentorship

Data evaluation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science/Engineering/Geology/Hydrogeology

PE/PG preferred; LSRP preferred

Job description

T&M Associates is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Environmental Scientist or Engineer to join our NJ Environmental Market. The successful candidate will serve as a senior technical specialist within the remediation practice, providing advanced technical expertise and independent decision-making on complex environmental projects. This position will include leading technical execution, developing solutions to challenging environmental issues, and supporting project teams in delivering high-quality, compliant remediation services.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior technical specialist for environmental remediation projects involving site investigation, remedial design, environmental data evaluation, regulatory compliance, permitting, and long-term site management.
• Independently evaluate environmental conditions, analyze technical data, and develop recommendations and solutions for complex remediation challenges.
• Lead technical execution of projects, including preparation and review of work plans, technical reports, permit applications, and regulatory submittals.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and scientists in support of project delivery and professional development.
• Serve as Project Manager on a variety of environmental investigation projects with a focus on those requiring compliance with the NJDEP’s Site Remediation Program.
• Collaborate with other Project Managers, LSRPs, Engineers, and Scientists to ensure projects are completed in accordance with technical standards, regulatory requirements, and client objectives.
• Perform technical reviews and support QA/QC efforts to ensure consistency, accuracy, and compliance across project deliverables.
• Prepare technical and cost proposals, evaluate project risks, and contribute to development of competitive solutions for client pursuits.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable environmental regulations, emerging technologies, and industry best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, Hydrogeology, or related discipline required.
• PE, PG, or equivalent professional licensure preferred.
• LSRP license or willingness to pursue the LSRP examination preferred.
• 8+ years of environmental consulting experience with demonstrated expertise in site investigations, remediation systems, soil and groundwater treatment, environmental compliance, waste management, remediation optimization, and long-term operations and maintenance.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage technical assignments and develop practical solutions to complex environmental challenges.
• Experience coordinating project teams and providing technical guidance to junior staff.
• Familiarity with SRRA, ARRCS, RCRA, CERCLA, TSCA, and related state and federal regulatory programs.
• Strong understanding of local, state, and federal environmental requirements and permitting processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• 40-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER training with annual refresher preferred.
• Occasional travel and collaboration across offices required.

T&M Associates is committed to pay transparency and equitable compensation practices in compliance with applicable laws, including the New Jersey Equal Pay Act. T&M estimates that the salary range for this position will fall between $95,000- $120,000. The actual salary offered may vary within this range, depending on a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, educational qualifications, specific skills and knowledge, as well as internal pay equity and geographic location.

T&M Associates offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and professional growth of our employees. Benefits include comprehensive insurance (medical, dental and vision), a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, flexible work schedules, wellness programs, and professional development opportunities — all within a people-first, award-winning hybrid work environment. See more details about benefits here .

New Hires must have documents indicating they are eligible to work in the United States. EEO/AA Employer.

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