Senior Environmental Scientist, Geologist or Engineer

Langan; New York (NY); On-site; USD 71,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Staff Environmental Scientist, Geologist, or Engineer to join its dynamic team. This role involves conducting site explorations, managing field data collection, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. You will have the opportunity to work on diverse projects aimed at restoring the environment and enhancing community well-being. The firm offers a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritizes employee growth and well-being. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and thrive in a collaborative environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedules

Wellness Programs

Educational Reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonuses

Professional License Bonuses

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in environmental site assessments and remediation oversight.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills are essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations and collect samples for environmental assessments.
• Prepare and manage logs and reports documenting field investigations.

Skills

Environmental Site Assessment

Field Data Collection

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science

Bachelor's degree in Geology

Tools

Field Sampling Equipment

Data Management 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 fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; 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 Senior Staff Environmental Scientist, Geologist or Engineer to join its collaborative team in Parsippany, NJ and/or New York City. This individual will serve a key function in providing site exploration activities, including soil borings and monitoring well installations; conducting field tests; collecting field data and samples; monitoring construction sites; and compiling data and preparing reports. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on diverse projects, solve problems and overcome challenges in restoring the environment and returning blighted properties to productive re-use while protecting and enhancing the environment. The position encourages learning, growth, creativity, flexibility, and collaboration in a team environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Review and interpret environmental, geological, and historical records to support environmental due diligence;
• Conduct file reviews, site reconnaissance, and document searches;
• Plan, coordinate, and execute field investigations by logging borings, collecting and managing samples, performing field tests, and collecting and recording field data;
• Interact in a professional manner with client and subcontractor representatives in close collaboration with supervisor, including representing Langan on field sites and during field meetings;
• Prepare, manage and review standard logs and field forms documenting field investigations (drilling logs, field investigation forms, chain of custody logs) and remedial activities (air monitoring data tracking, daily reports and site maps);
• Observe complex remediation and construction activities, manage subcontractors, and monitor conformance with construction documents, remedial work plans, and health and safety plans;
• Identify and communicate with supervisor on problems encountered and implement solutions to both routine and complex field problems and accurately document outcomes;
• Support the preparation and modification of various environmental engineering documents including investigation and remedial action reports, specifications, engineering plans, health and safety plans, cost estimates and designs for projects;
• Perform and manage tasks within specific budgets and schedules;
• Supervise or coordinate the work of staff personnel, interns and others who assist in specific assignments as needed;
• Participate in field work regularly and work during evenings and/or periodically during weekends, as needed by project schedule;
• Train and mentor junior team members;
• Cross-train staff from other disciplines supporting environmental projects;
• Cross-train to learn the roles of other disciplines; and
• Perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering with an environmental concentration, Environmental Science, Geology or related technical field;
• 4+ years of work-related experience coordinating and conducting Phase I, II, and III environmental site assessment including drilling observation, sampling, well installation, construction/remediation oversight;
• Experience implementing work plans for projects regulated by the New York City Office of Environmental Remediation and New York State Department or Environmental Conservation;
• Familiarity with the NJDEP Field Sampling Procedures Manual;
• Hazwoper training, maintenance of annual physical and respirator fit test, and annual 8-hr. Hazwoper re-certification;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, data management and judgment capabilities;
• Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment;
• Willingness and flexibility to perform investigation and remediation oversight work in the field concurrent with office based responsibilities;
• Possess a valid driver’s license in good standing and reliable transportation access to job site locations in New York City;
• Ability to travel to job sites in New York state or New Jersey;
• Availability to work overtime (evenings and weekends) as needed; and
• Possession of a professional licensure (PE, CHMM, PG) or ability to obtain within three years.

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 committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.

Certain US jurisdictions require Langan to include an estimate of salary or hourly ranges. The estimated range for this role is: $71,500 - $91,500. 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.