Senior Environmental Compliance Specialist / Environmental Scientist

WSP in the U.S.; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 89,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

Life Insurance

Retirement Savings

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Vacation

Parental Leave

Bereavement Leave

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a Senior Environmental Compliance Specialist / Environmental Scientist to join the Northeast Region, including New York City, NY offices. You will perform field assignments, audits, site assessments and inspections to support the Earth & Environment Team and help meet client objectives.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of regulatory experience, ISO 14001 EMS knowledge, and the ability to travel up to 50% for site work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Environmental Policy, Engineering, Earth Science or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience working knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
• 5+ years of experience working knowledge of ISO 14001 EMS guidance.
• Must be able to pass a HAZWOPER physical and wear a respirator.
• Experience with evaluating/maintaining environmental regulatory compliance in industrial settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field assignments, such as environmental compliance audits, Phase 1 environmental site assessments and environmental inspections.
• Provide environmental compliance program support for industrial clients including developing procedures and permits, submitting periodic regulatory reports, and delivering training programs.
• Develop EMS program support for industrial clients including program development and auditing.
• Prepare written and verbal technical reports, including audits, field investigations, regulatory research, data interpretation, and presentation of data.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Environmental auditing

Report writing

Project management

Technical communication

Education

Bachelors in Environmental Science/Engineering

Job description

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior Environmental Compliance Specialist / Environmental Scientist for either our New York City, NY and other offices throughout our Northeast Region. Be involved in projects with our Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

Your Impact

• Conduct field assignments, such as performing environmental compliance audits, Phase 1 environmental site assessments and environmental inspections.
• Provide environmental compliance program support for industrial clients including developing procedures and permits, preparing and submitting periodic regulatory reports, and preparing and delivering environmental training programs.
• Develop ISO14001 environmental management system (EMS) program support for industrial clients including program development and auditing.
• Prepare written and verbal technical reports, including documentation of audits and field investigations, regulatory research, evaluation of findings, data management and interpretation, and development of graphical and tabular presentation of data.
• Diligently manage projects according to client-approved scopes of work, and delivering high quality reports on time and within budget
• Assist in managing and developing client relationships.
• Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, the maintenance of sample collection, laboratory documentation, written procedures, monitoring systems, and logbooks.
• Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Environmental Policy, Engineering, Earth Science or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience working knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
• 5+ years of experience working knowledge of ISO 140001 EMS guidance.
• Must be able to pass a HAZWOPER physical and be medically able to wear a tight-fitting respirator.
• Experience with evaluating/maintaining environmental regulatory compliance in industrial settings.
• Valid US driver’s license.
• Job assignments may involve work on waste disposal sites and sites requiring cleanup of hazardous materials. Participation in an OSHA-mandated medical surveillance program will be required, and safety training will be provided before being assigned to work on these sites.
• Applicants must be able to work in locations that feature rough terrain and to enter and work within facilities that include limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of industrial facilities.
• This role is subject to a client-mandated drug/alcohol testing policy. As such, employee may be subject to random drug/alcohol tests. A copy of this policy will be provided during employee onboarding and is available upon applicant request.
• Travel up to 50% of the time. Must be willing to make trips on short notice, including to local sites, and travel via air or land. Overnight travel is required.
• Self-sufficient, self-motivated and ability to work under pressure of deadlines is essential.
• Interest and proficiency in investigative work, with high attention to detail is critical to this position.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of relevant environmental laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a scientific and non-scientific audience.
• Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.
• Moderate proficiency with business writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, and identify the most effective manner to accomplish objectives of assigned projects.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree is preferred.
• Certified Professional Environmental Auditor, Environmental Professional, Certified Hazardous Material Manager, and/or other related environmental certifications.
• Experience conducting Phase I environmental site assessments following ASTM International Standard E 1527-13.
• Experience conducting environmental due diligence assessments of roadway and other transportation corridors.

WSP Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

• coverage related to medical
• dental
• vision
• disability
• life
• retirement savings
• paid sick leave
• paid vacation (or other personal time)
• paid parental leave
• paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings

Compensation

Expected Salary (all locations): $89,000 - 146,900

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.