Senior Staff Environmental Professional

SOCOTEC US; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Training

Social activities

Job summary

SOCOTEC US is seeking a Senior Staff Environmental Professional (Geologist, Engineer, or Scientist) to support a wide range of environmental assessment, investigation, compliance, and consulting projects. The ideal candidate will have experience managing environmental projects, developing client relationships, and conducting environmental site assessments and investigations.

This in-office role offers field exposure, opportunities to mentor junior staff, and the possibility of one day

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Current 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience conducting environmental site assessments, investigations, and related consulting services.
• Strong working knowledge of ASTM E1527-21 and environmental due diligence practices.
• Experience managing environmental projects, budgets, schedules, and client relationships.
• Strong technical writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in both office and field environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and manage Phase I and Phase II ESAs in accordance with ASTM standards and regulatory requirements.
• Perform environmental investigations involving soil, groundwater, vapor, and hazardous materials assessments.
• Conduct site reconnaissance, field investigations, sampling activities, and environmental monitoring.
• Coordinate and oversee subcontractors, drilling contractors, laboratories, and other project vendors.
• Compile, analyze, and interpret environmental data from field activities, historical records, and environmental databases.
• Prepare technical reports, environmental assessments, work plans, proposals, and other project deliverables.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and client expectations to ensure successful project execution.
• Develop and maintain client relationships and identify opportunities for new and repeat business.
• Prepare and support technical and cost proposals for environmental consulting projects.
• Coordinate communications with property owners, site representatives, regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients.
• Provide technical support and guidance to junior staff and project team members.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Technical writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Independent and collaborative work

Environmental site assessments

Education

Bachelors in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About SOCOTEC

SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high‑performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects.

Company Description

SOCOTEC offers competitive salary and benefits, mentorship, training, and social activities. SOCOTEC is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work by the renowned global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work®.

Job Description

We are seeking a "Senior Staff"‑level Environmental Professional (Geologist, Engineer, or Scientist) to support a wide range of environmental assessment, investigation, compliance, and consulting projects. The ideal candidate will have experience managing environmental projects, developing client relationships, and conducting environmental site assessments and investigations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and manage Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) in accordance with ASTM standards and regulatory requirements.
• Perform environmental investigations involving soil, groundwater, vapor, and hazardous materials assessments.
• Conduct site reconnaissance, field investigations, sampling activities, and environmental monitoring.
• Coordinate and oversee subcontractors, drilling contractors, laboratories, and other project vendors.
• Compile, analyze, and interpret environmental data from field activities, historical records, and environmental databases.
• Prepare technical reports, environmental assessments, work plans, proposals, and other project deliverables.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and client expectations to ensure successful project execution.
• Develop and maintain client relationships and identify opportunities for new and repeat business.
• Prepare and support technical and cost proposals for environmental consulting projects.
• Coordinate communications with property owners, site representatives, regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients.
• Provide technical support and guidance to junior staff and project team members.

Qualifications – Required

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Current 40‑Hour HAZWOPER certification.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience conducting environmental site assessments, investigations, and related consulting services.
• Strong working knowledge of ASTM E1527-21 and environmental due diligence practices.
• Experience managing environmental projects, budgets, schedules, and client relationships.
• Strong technical writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in both office and field environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Qualifications – Preferred

• Experience serving public agencies, municipalities, utilities, industrial clients, and private‑sector clients.
• Experience performing or managing industrial hygiene projects, including asbestos, lead‑based paint, mold, indoor air quality, and related services.
• Experience with environmental compliance programs, including air quality, stormwater, permitting, spill prevention, environmental audits, and regulatory reporting.
• Professional registrations or certifications such as Professional Geologist (PG), Professional Engineer (PE), Certified Environmental Manager (CEM), or similar credentials.
• Previous experience working in an environmental consulting environment.
• Familiarity with local and regional environmental regulations and permitting requirements.

Additional Information

Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. For more information, please visit www.socotec.us. Job Type: Full‑Time; in‑office, with possibility of one day remote/hybrid schedule. SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.