What are the responsibilities and job description for the Leaking Underground Storage Tank Director position at Applied Environmental?
We are seeking an experienced individual to lead our Leaking Underground Storage Tank Groupunder Michigan’s Parts 213 regulations. In this key leadership role, you will manage projects from planning through execution, with a strong focus on the preparation and review of regulatory reports including Initial Assessment Reports (IARs), Final Assessment Reports (FARs), and Closure Reports.
You will collaborate closely with project teams, oversee field operations, manage staff and subcontractors, and ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and in full compliance with applicable regulations. This position is ideal for a self-motivated individual with a solid background in regulatory reporting, field oversight, and technical mentoring.
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate all aspects of a LUST investigation according to MiRBCA
- Oversee and support the removal of Underground Storage Tanks (USTs).
- Provide construction oversight on environmental remediation projects, including operations and maintenance of remediation systems.
- Prepare and review Initial Assessment Reports (IARs), Final Assessment Reports (FARs), and Closure Reports in accordance with Parts 213
- Interpret environmental data and assist in the development of site work plans, figures, spreadsheets, and technical reports.
- Provide direction to Project Managers and contribute to team-based project delivery.
- Mentor and train junior field staff in soil, sediment, groundwater, surface water sampling, soil boring and monitoring well installation, soil vapor sampling, and other field methodologies.
- Maintain project quality, budget, and schedule expectations.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
Key Skills
- Strong verbal communication skills.
- Effective communicator with stakeholders including regulators, engineers, and project managers.
- Ability to recognize and solve non-routine field and technical problems.
- Proven ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
Desired Qualifications
- B.S. degree in Geology, Environmental Engineering, or a related science field.
- Minimum of 5 years of environmental consulting experience including site investigations, sampling, and technical reporting.
- Working knowledge of CAD.
- Current OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification.
- Willingness to travel to project sites, including overnight stays as needed.
- Valid Michigan Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
- Ability to walk job sites and lift up to 40 pounds.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced individual ready to take on a leadership role in managing complex environmental projects and guiding a team toward successful project execution and regulatory compliance.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person