Project Environmental Engineer / Scientist

Montrose Services; Albuquerque (NM); Remote; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Environmental Engineer/Scientist to join their dynamic team. This role involves supporting environmental projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, and conducting fieldwork. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in environmental compliance, excellent organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. You will collaborate with a committed team to address complex environmental challenges, making a significant impact on sustainability efforts. Join a forward-thinking company that values your expertise and offers opportunities for professional growth and mentorship.

Benefits

Mentorship and professional development

Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with 4% employer match

Progressive vacation policies

Paid parental leave benefits

Financial assistance program

Access to attractive student loan rates

Qualifications

• 3+ years of environmental compliance experience required.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or science is mandatory.
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support environmental projects and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Conduct fieldwork and prepare environmental guidance documents.
• Manage simple projects and assist with research efforts.

Skills

Environmental Compliance

Microsoft Office Suite

Data Collection

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Google Earth

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

Job description

ABOUT YOU

Are you passionate about the environment and ready to join an inclusive workplace, committed to leading new ideas and pathways, and to delivering value? If the answer is, “Yes!” then we have an exciting career opportunity for you.

Who are we? We are Montrose, a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients’ decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements.

We have over 135 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia and are approaching 3000 employees – all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

The Project Environmental Engineer/Scientist provides direct support, under the direction of Senior Project Manager, to environmental projects. The Project Environmental Engineer/Scientist will complete tasks as assigned using applicable tools and skills to help develop, implement, and maintain management strategies, procedures, and plans for our clients to ensure compliance with state, federal, and local regulations. The position will be required to conduct fieldwork, perform basic calculations and analysis, prepare permit applications and regulatory guidance documents, manage simple projects, and assist with preparation of other environmental documents, such as periodic reports. This role requires that the individual is familiar with the Microsoft Windows Operating System, Microsoft Office suite of applications (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint), personal data file (PDF) editors (i.e., Adobe or Foxit), and Google Earth.

Work will be remote, however, the ideal candidate should be driving distance to the Montrose Albuquerque, New Mexico office.

***IMPORTANT NOTE: We are only seeking candidates who are located within a reasonable driving distance to our Albuquerque, NM office. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered. We are not offering a relocation package for this position. We appreciate your understanding.***

As a Project Environmental Engineer/Scientist, you will be part of a strong team of committed professionals. This role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:

• Title V, NNSR, PSD Air Quality Permitting, Minor Source Permitting, Air Quality Impact Analysis, Emission Inventory Reporting (EIR), Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP), Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasures (SPCC) Plans, CERCLA / RCRA Compliance.

• Work effectively, both independently and in a team setting.

• Work collaboratively with peers, seniors and our clients to build and strengthen relationships.

• Be present and engaged in team and client meetings, and share ideas.

• Conduct field work at client sites to collect data.

• Assist with research and data collection efforts as requested by project managers.

• Prepare environmental guidance documents, permit applications, compliance plans, and other resources for clients.

• Track project budget and project hours and utilizes time effectively to complete tasks within assigned timeframe(s).

• Interface with customers to provide project status reports and ensure customer needs are met.

• Be knowledgeable of regulatory standards in environmental technical areas of responsibility.

• Maintain confidentiality at all times, both within Montrose and for our clients and affiliates.

• Exercise safe work practices by following all Company safety rules and OSHA regulations, including completion of all required safety training programs.

• Participate in the company’s continuous improvement programs and provide support to team efforts.

• Keep up-to-date and current on industry trends by completing formal training, reviewing professional publications, and attending professional workshops.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

YOUR EXPERTISE AND SKILLS

To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science (civil, environmental, or chemical) from an accredited four-year college or university.

• 3 or more years of environmental compliance experience with industrial, municipal, and/or federal clientele.

• Advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite.

• Knowledge of computer aided software (Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, etc.).

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions to present to supervisors.

• Organizational skills and attention to detail.

• This position can be physically demanding and will require work in various working environments/conditions which requires that an individual be physically capable of canvassing large project areas by foot on various terrain and potentially in inclement weather.

• Work environment will vary greatly depending on nature of assigned tasks.

• The position may involve local travel as needed.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER TO YOU

As a key member of the team, you can expect:

• Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career.

• Direct exposure to our industry’s leading experts who are solving the world’s toughest environmental challenges.

• An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive and collaborate with talented colleagues.

• Opportunities to engage and contribute in our Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups.

• Competitive compensation package: annual salary ranging from $70,000 to $85,000, commensurate with accomplishments, performance, credentials and geography.

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.

• 401k with a competitive 4% employer match.

• Progressive vacation policies, company holidays and paid parental leave benefits to ensure work/life balance.

• A financial assistance program that supports peers in need, known as the Montrose Foundation.

• Access to attractive student loan rates to optimize your student loan payoff plans.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact 949-988-3500 or [e-mail] for assistance.

MAKE THE MOVE TO ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER

We are a rapidly growing company that values individual leadership, initiative, and impactful decision-making and provides you with support from talented and knowledgeable colleagues and service providers.

The Environmental Engineering and Consulting team delivers solutions for complex environmental challenges using our regulatory expertise and implementing practical and cost-effective compliance management processes and programs. We address our clients’ biggest concerns around permitting, ecoservices, assessment, and remediation.

Our highly trained and experienced engineers and scientists, environmental and remediation specialists, geologists, hydrogeologists, biologists, and environmental compliance specialists work with both public- and private-sector clients, delivering turnkey solutions.

Want to know more about how we can help you take your career to the next level? Visit us at montrose-env.com!

Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montrose is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Montrose is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities.