Project Environmental Scientist, Geologist or Engineer

Langan; New York (NY); On-site; USD 92,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Environmental Scientist, Geologist, or Engineer to join their dynamic team in New York City. This role offers the chance to manage impactful environmental projects, conduct analyses, and mentor junior staff while contributing to a culture of diversity and inclusion. The firm is renowned for its commitment to employee growth, offering extensive training and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health coverage, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. If you are passionate about environmental science and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off including parental leave

Employee referral bonuses

Educational reimbursement

Flexible work schedules

Wellness programs

Buddy and mentoring programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or Environmental Engineering required.
• 6+ years of related work experience with strong project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage environmental investigation and remediation projects effectively.
• Supervise field activities and ensure accurate interpretations of findings.

Skills

Environmental Due Diligence

Public Speaking

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

Quantitative/Technical Analysis Software

Job description

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 40+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.

Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that embraces and promotes diversity, equity and inclusion; prioritizes wellbeing, health and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.

Job Summary

Langan is seeking a Project Environmental Scientist, Geologist or Engineer to join its collaborative team in New York City, White Plains, or Melville, NY. This individual will serve a key function in managing environmental investigation and remediation projects, delivering technically excellent services, preparing technical proposals and reports, conducting environmental research and analyses, supervising field investigations, and managing staff. In this role, you will have the opportunity to further develop both project management and staff management skills, interact with clients, and work on exciting small and large-scale projects.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage environmental investigation and remediation projects;
• Perform complex analyses for specific portions of broader engineering and environmental projects;
• Supervise field activities and ensure correct interpretations of findings;
• Manage and deliver on multiple projects and tasks within specific budgets, schedules, and deadlines;
• Effectively organize, write and edit draft proposals, reports and other documents;
• Participate in the identification and pursuit of new clients, develop additional work within existing projects and attend business development meetings with new and existing clients;
• Provide direct oversight and management of junior staff for specific project assignments. Coach, train, and motivate staff assigned to Environmental projects. Participate in interviewing and hiring staff;
• Coordinate other work groups across office locations and disciplines on an as-needed basis;
• Interface effectively and professionally with clients, contractors, subcontractors, staff, project personnel, supervisors, and others;
• Perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or Environmental Engineering; (Master’s degree a plus);
• LEED AP or PE certification;
• 6+ years of related work experience;
• Proficient in environmental due diligence;
• Knowledge of quantitative/technical analyses and related software. Demonstrated ability to perform quantitative and technical analyses;
• Hazwoper training, maintenance of annual physical and respirator fit test, and annual 8-hr. Hazwoper re-certification;
• Comprehensive understanding of regulatory requirements;
• Excellent public speaking, written, and verbal communication skills;
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and judgment capabilities;
• Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment;
• Ability to multi-task effectively, manage multiple projects and clients, develop and manage project budgets, and effectively manage and coach staff;
• Ability to work evenings and/or weekends as projects require;
• Possess reliable transportation for client meetings and job site visits and a valid driver’s license in good standing.

Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.

Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!

Langan is an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer committed to building a team that represents and values diverse backgrounds. Langan promotes a positive work environment of inclusion, where we respect each other’s differences and recognize that a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment is a key to our success.

Certain US jurisdictions require Langan to include an estimate of salary or hourly ranges. The estimated range for this role is: $92,500 - $133,000. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as related work experience, location, market conditions, education/training, certifications and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills. Certain roles may be eligible for overtime and participation in the firm's annual bonus and performance review program. Bonuses are discretionary and based on individual job performance and the profitability of the firm. Employees are also eligible to receive up to 20 days of paid vacation time, 10 days of paid sick time and 10 paid holidays throughout the year. Eligibility and actual paid time off may vary based on local law and factors such as hours worked, related work experience and level.