Project Environmental Engineer, Environmental Scientist, or Geologist

Haley & Aldrich; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Haley & Aldrich is seeking a Project Environmental Engineer, Environmental Scientist, or Geologist in Parsippany, NJ. In this full-time position, you will lead various environmental projects, managing tasks from initial scope to final deliverables.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree and four or more years of experience, along with strong communication and problem-solving skills. This role includes responsibilities like performing site reconnaissance and preparing technical documentation.

Qualifications

• Minimum four or more years of related experience.
• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER training and refresher updates.
• Experience with Phase I/II ESAs and regulatory review (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead portions of technical project work from scoping through final deliverables.
• Perform site reconnaissance and oversee subsurface exploration activities.
• Prepare technical deliverables, including reports and proposals.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong critical-thinking skills

Ability to work independently

Positive attitude

Physical capability to lift 50 lbs.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology, or related field

Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology, or related field (preferred)

Job description

Project Environmental Engineer, Environmental Scientist, or Geologist

Locations: Parsippany, NJ; Princeton, NJ.

Full‑time position with Haley & Aldrich. In this technical support role, you will work on diverse environmental projects, leading aspects of project work from scoping to final deliverables and serving as a key team member in both office and field assignments.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Adapt to office and field demands, splitting time between assignments.
• Lead portions of technical project work from scoping through final deliverables under senior staff direction.
• Apply academic and industry knowledge to execute project work.
• Perform site reconnaissance, observe site conditions, and plan subsurface explorations.
• Oversee and monitor subsurface exploration activities (e.g., borings, geoprobes, test pits) and collect soil, bedrock, and groundwater data.
• Conduct soil and groundwater sampling following regulatory standards and company procedures.
• Support vapor intrusion sampling and evaluation, coordinating field logistics, installing sampling ports, collecting samples, reviewing analytical data, and assisting with technical summaries.
• Compile, analyze, and summarize field, instrumentation, geological, and/or environmental data using spreadsheets and digital tools.
• Prepare detailed documentation of site activities and synthesize findings for environmental projects.
• Support environmental due diligence projects, including Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, desktop reviews, database reviews, reconnaissance, and historical research.
• Prepare technical deliverables, including reports, proposals, cost estimates, and sections of reports per ASTM, NJDEP, and/or CERCLA.
• Provide training and informal mentoring to junior staff on their projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and coordinate communications with clients, agencies, and internal stakeholders.
• Prepare permit applications.
• Perform all work in accordance with company and client health and safety protocols.
• Demonstrate the company’s foundational safety behaviors.

Skills / Experience

Minimum Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology, or related field.
• Four or more years of related experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proficiency in technical reporting.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and apply strong critical‑thinking skills.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, resourcefulness, flexibility, and ownership.
• Physical capability to lift 50 lbs., traverse unstable sites, work outdoors in varied weather, and sustain moderate activity for most field hours.
• Travel to work locations that may require overnight stays.
• Understanding of ASTM, NJDEP, and/or CERCLA standards and regulations.
• OSHA 40‑Hour HAZWOPER training and refresher updates.

Preferred Skills

• Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology, or related field.
• Professional certification or intention to obtain certification.
• Experience with Phase I/II ESAs and regulatory review.
• Experience developing conceptual site models.
• Experience with soil, groundwater, and air treatment technologies.
• Design, construction, and operation and maintenance experience with environmental remediation projects.

The salary range for this position in Parsippany, NJ and Princeton, NJ is $65,000 – $80,000 annually. Actual compensation will depend on education, experience, certifications, skills, and market conditions.

Haley & Aldrich is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Accommodations for applicants with disabilities and limited English proficiency: If you need reasonable accommodation for the job application process, please contact 1‑617‑886‑7400 for assistance.