Project Environmental Engineer

Roux; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 67,500 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) profit sharing plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life and disability insurance

Additional supplemental insurance

Job summary

Roux is seeking an environmental professional to design and implement technical services, coordinating field and office tasks to meet client and project management needs. The role includes supporting traditional assessment and remediation projects, with emphasis on field programs and data-driven reporting.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree, 3+ years in environmental consulting, and strong communication and regulatory knowledge. Hybrid work and a path for growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field is required.
• Minimum of 3 years in environmental consulting with progression in site investigation/remediation.
• Experience designing field programs and managing projects and related field activities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate field activities, supervise field personnel, and manage field plans and protocols.
• Review project data, interpret findings, and finalize remediation reports for PM review.
• Ensure task schedules and budgets are tracked and client invoicing is aligned with standards.
• Mentor and train junior staff to support professional growth.

Skills

Field coordination

Project management

Data review

Report writing

Mentoring staff

Communication

Budgeting

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant technical field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Description

Position Overview

This position will design and implement appropriate technical services to ensure that client and project management needs are met. Position includes performing field and office tasks as well as providing project management support for traditional assessment and remediation projects.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant technical field.
• Minimum of 3 years in the environmental consulting industry with demonstrated progression in technical site investigation / remediation and task management.
• Proficient in designing field programs and managing projects and associated field activities – scheduling, coordination of tasks, budgeting, subcontractor negotiating/management.
• Experience planning, coordinating, and managing the field implementation of common remedial technologies/approaches designed by Senior/Principal level professionals and supporting Senior/Principal level professionals with conceptual and detailed remedial design work.
• Demonstrated task/project management skills.
• Intermediate data evaluation and analytical skills.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with common technical protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Ability and willingness to support the technical growth of staff level professionals based on direct hands‑on interactions.

Essential Duties

• Field Coordination and Management
  • Set up work plans and protocols, supervise field activities, coordinate field personnel and related activities for the purpose of implementing technically sound project plans. May also include implementation of field activities.
• Technical Data Review and Report Preparation
  • Coordinate the collection and review of project data, including the reduction of field data to evaluate and determine future client needs and project requirements. Interpret data, develop, and finalize a report for Project Manager’s review that appropriately documents findings and project remediation recommendations.
• Project Management
  • Ensure that individual task schedules, budgets, and client invoicing are monitored and reviewed in compliance with Company standards and client requirements to complete project work.
• Staff Mentoring and Training
  • Participate in the development of junior staff and work with senior management to continue to grow as a consultant and leader of the firm.

Physical Demands/Work Environment Conditions

This position works in the field as well as the office environment. In the field, candidate will be working independently or leading a larger team at exterior project sites (i.e., industrial/brownfield facilities, monitoring wells, treatment systems, construction projects) to perform sample collection, recording of operational/meter parameters, and oversight of subcontractors (e.g., drillers, heavy equipment operators, truckers). These field activities require the ability to drive to different project sites and physically move around outdoors in various terrains, in adverse weather conditions and occasionally for extended or irregular hours. Conducting work involves the use of hand‑held monitoring instruments and tools, as well as water sampling equipment, which requires the ability to routinely lift and carry objects, stand, walk, reach, bend, squat, kneel and twist. Office work is primarily stationary/sedentary using a computer and keyboard/mouse requiring repetitive hand movements.

EEO Statement

Roux 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, affectionate or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or protected veteran status; and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Roux will take steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact [e-mail].

Compensation

Base Salary Range: $67,500 - $85,000. This salary range is based on what Roux in good faith believes it might pay at the time of posting for this position and for this geographic location. Actual compensation may vary based on job‑related factors such as relevant work experience, market conditions, education/training, certifications, skill sets, and internal equity. In addition, this position is eligible for performance bonuses based on individual job performance and the profitability of the firm.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision care coverage for employees and eligible dependents
• 401(k) profit sharing plan with employer match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company paid life insurance and disability insurance
• Supplemental life, long-term care, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off including holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Paid Parental Leave

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