ABOUT THE POSITION

Senior Environmental Engineer / Geologist - Federal Site Investigation & Remediation | Hybrid | Any VHB Office

VHB is seeking a Senior Project Manager/ Environmental Engineer / Geologist for our strong and growing Federal Site Investigation & Remediation practice. This professional will support Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA) response actions for federal land managers at contaminated sites located across the United States. Response activities will include managing preliminary assessments/site inspections, engineering evaluation/cost analyses, remedial investigation/feasibility studies, removal/remedial design, removal/remedial actions, and long-term monitoring programs.

Responsibilities

• Manage effective site investigation and remediation field programs
• Collaborate with other federal practice members
• Provide occasional hands-on support during field exploration and testing
• Leverage technology to support data management and visualization
• Interpret/synthesize site investigation data
• Evaluate potential contaminant migration pathways
• Collaborate with human health and ecological risk assessors
• Evaluate applicable or relevant and appropriate requirements (ARARs)
• Effectively communicate project status and findings to clients through technical reports, correspondence, memoranda, and presentations
• Perform routine project management tasks (proposal writing, budget tracking, invoicing) and develop new project opportunities
• Mentor and possibly supervise junior team members
• Manage client relationships
• Attend and lead meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to establish their needs and discuss design/compliance issues
• Participate in professional organizations that promote relationships with clients and teaming partners
• Write technical reports, correspondence, notes, and memoranda

Skills and Attributes

• Strong understanding of comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA) response actions for federal clients
• Ability to effectively communicate complex topics with colleagues and clients
• Knowledge of site assessment/characterization, data analysis, remediation techniques, human health and ecological risk assessment processes
• Understanding of contaminant transport and fate
• Excellent written, report writing, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to recognize and manage business risk
• Ability to problem solve and work independently

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Environmental Engineering, Geology or related field
• Masters Degree preferred (a masters degree may substitute for 1 year of experience)
• 11-15 years of professional site investigation and remediation experience required
• Experience investigating and/or remediating sites subject to the Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA) required
• Experience writing proposals for and managing federal contracts preferred
• OSHA 40 hr. HAZWOPER certification and annual refresher certifications required
• Professional Licensure or on track to obtain (PG, PE)
• User-level experience/knowledge of GIS and environmental data management platforms (e.g., Earthsofts EQuIS) preferred

We are VHB! Were an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes:

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30 offices on the East Coast. Were growing, and we hope youll join us!

VHB is a proud Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusionsupported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. All individuals receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications without discrimination for race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.

#LI-TP1

#LI-Hybrid