Senior Civil/Environmental Engineer

LE002 Onterris Payroll, LLC; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Onterris is seeking a Senior Environmental Engineer in Tampa, FL to serve as a Project Manager for environmental projects, including water quality, stormwater, and remediation. The role requires leading teams and coordinating field data collection.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Environmental Engineering, a PE license, 8+ years of experience with industrial and federal clients, and strong communication, time management, and regulatory knowledge. Travel up to 5%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required or obtained.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• 8+ years of environmental engineering experience with various clientele.
• Regulatory knowledge and ability to prepare compliance documents.

Responsibilities

• Manage environmental projects related to water quality, stormwater, and remediation.
• Lead field work at client sites to collect groundwater and soil data.
• Coordinate data collection and project research as requested by managers.
• Prepare environmental permits, plans and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and safety regulations.
• Interact with clients and maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Support business development activities, including proposals.
• Travel up to 5% of the time.

Skills

Project management

Field data collection

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Time management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelors in Environmental Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Job description

About Us

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact. “For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive. When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact. Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

A Day in the Life

The Senior Environmental Engineer position serves as a Project Manager for environmental projects related to engineering, water quality, stormwater management, and/or groundwater and soil assessment and remediation. The qualified applicant will be able to work within a team environment and be capable of managing others to complete tasks or projects. Prior experience with petroleum site assessment and remediation is desired. The compensation range for this role is $125,000 to $165,000, commensurate with experience and skills. This position is located in Tampa, FL.

you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:

• Works effectively, both independently and in a team setting
• Conducts field work at client sites to collect groundwater and soil data
• Leads data collection efforts and research of projects as requested by project managers
• Prepares environmental compliance documents, permits, plans, and procedures
• Knowledgeable of regulatory standards in environmental technical areas
• Interacts with customers and clients
• Maintains confidentiality at all times
• Exercises safe work practices by following all Company safety rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programs
• Participates in the company’s continuous improvement programs and provides support to team efforts
• Keeps up-to-date and current on industry trends by completing formal training, reviewing professional publications, and attending professional workshops
• Experience supporting business development activities, including proposal preparation, client acquisition, and expansion of services with existing clients.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Your Expertise and Skills

These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Engineering (preferably civil, environmental, or chemical) or related technical field from an accredited four-year college or university
• Possesses a Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong time management skills with the ability to work well under pressure with multiple deadlines
• Organizational skills and attention to detail
• Working knowledge of business software (Microsoft Office, Outlook)
• 8+ years of environmental engineering experience with industrial, municipal, state, and federal clientele.
• Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Petroleum Restoration Program experience preferred.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER preferred
• Travel up to 5% of the time #LI-LK1 #INDONT

Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more. At Onterris, we take on complex challenges with purpose and momentum, alongside teams that lead with integrity, deliver together, and invest in your growth.

“Working with inspiring coworkers and clients across the globe over the past five years has been incredibly rewarding. Their passion motivates me to improve our client experience and work that I deliver.” - Erin Peck, Emissions Services

“There are not many places where a toxicologist can be boots‑on‑the‑ground at an environmental emergency one day and deep in a human health risk assessment or litigation the next, but this company is one of them, and honestly, that breadth is what makes me love the work. We are a team of scientists with a broad range of talents and experiences who genuinely take the mission to heart, because protecting people and communities from chemical hazards is not abstract here; it is exactly why we show up every day. The culture reflects that shared commitment in the best way: collaborative, rigorous, and truly motivated by the impact we make together.” - Andre Richardson, Consulting

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