What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Engineer position at GZA?
GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. (GZA) is currently seeking an Environmental Project Manager to support our environmental site investigation and compliance practice in our Brookfield, WI office. The ideal candidate for this position is a seasoned environmental consulting professional with the motivation and desire to foster technical excellence and strong client relationships.
As an Environmental Project Manager, you will work with a staff of interrelated professionals dedicated to providing high-level expertise on complex projects above, below, and at ground-level. You will successfully execute all aspects of projects under the guidance of a company Principal. You will also represent GZA with the client throughout proposal, contract, and project performance phases, client and regulator meetings, and will be responsible for day-to-day execution of technical and financial aspects of projects, will be involved with marketing activities and networking events, and will be involved with the development and mentoring of staff.
What You Will Be Getting:
- Exciting and friendly work environment
- Convenient location
- Professional development and enrichment
- Leadership and technical training
- Professional society involvement and sponsorship
- Commitment to technical excellence and client relationships
- Collaborative and cooperative work community
- Advancement and ownership opportunities
- Generous benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and 401K retirement plan
What You Will be Doing:
- Managing project team, delegating to office and field staff, and executing daily project activities
- Conducting internal and client communications
- Monitoring team performance for compliance with contractual agreements and budgets
- Providing business development support
- Preparing proposals and reviewing/writing environmental reports with Principal guidance and review
- Managing project contractual and financial issues (including terms of agreement, changes in scope, billing process)
- Managing and mentoring GZA existing staff of project-level scientists and engineers
- Conducting/reviewing technical analyses/calculations
- Participating in meetings and agency consultation
- Conducting site compliance inspections
- GZA emphasizes a One Company environment, and as a member of our team, you may be asked to assist on projects and tasks outside of your primary responsibilities
What You Will Be Bringing:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering, Geological/Hydrogeology or Environmental Sciences (Master’s Degree is a plus)
- Strong knowledge of contaminants fate and transport
- Experience at consulting engineering firms and knowledge of applicable laws and regulations throughout Wisconsin (experience in adjacent states is a plus)
- Self-starter, able to complete tasks with minimal supervision and direction
- Possess the ability to maintain strong and consistent outreach to clients
- Demonstrate professional judgment, consistency, strong attention to detail, and background of high-quality work products
- Demonstrate performance of independent analysis, problem solving and strong organizational skills
- Strong understanding of field sampling and investigative protocols
- Experience conducting Phase Is, Phase IIs, and remediation oversight
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Experience with statistical review of data
- Experience preparing reports that demonstrate technical knowledge
- Strong interest in safety
- Possess or have completed 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training
- PE/PG or other professional registration strongly preferred
About GZA:
GZA is an employee-owned multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm with a history of more than 50 years of providing innovative engineering solutions to improve the natural and built environment. We are an ENR Top 500 Design firm focused on geotechnical, environmental, water, ecological, and construction management services. With a staff of interrelated professionals dedicated to providing high-level expertise on complex projects above, below and at ground-level, GZA’s experts provide seamless integration across practice areas, client type, and location.
GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. is an Affirmative/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital or veteran status, age or other protected status.
Note to Staffing Agencies:
GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, recruiting firms, or other third parties. All unsolicited resumes will be considered a gift, and GZA will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. GZA explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. This policy is in place to ensure we respect the relationships with our preferred vendors and avoid any potential misunderstandings.
