Environmental Professional

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. is seeking an experienced Environmental Professional to join our Connecticut office team. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced environmental professionals on site investigation and remediation projects while building strong client and regulatory relationships.

The ideal candidate will have 5–8 years of experience in environmental consulting or a related field, with strong technical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and project coordination skills. This individual will support and manage environmental investigations and remediation projects while contributing to business development, mentoring junior staff, and maintaining GZA’s commitment to safety and technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Senior Project Managers and Principals to plan, organize, and execute environmental site investigations and remediation projects.
• Lead and document field investigations, remedial actions, and environmental monitoring activities.
• Conduct technical analyses, calculations, and data reviews to support project objectives.
• Perform and review environmental site assessments and related evaluations.
• Develop site-specific health and safety plans and ensure compliance with company safety policies and OSHA requirements.
• Monitor subcontractor performance to ensure compliance with project scope, schedules, budgets, and contractual obligations.
• Prepare technical reports, work plans, and regulatory documentation with guidance from senior leadership.
• Support business development initiatives, including proposal preparation and client communications.
• Maintain strong working relationships with clients, regulators, subcontractors, and project team members.
• Mentor and support junior staff while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Assist with multidisciplinary projects and additional responsibilities as needed in support of GZA’s One Company culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Hydrogeology, Geology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline required; Master’s degree preferred.
• 5–8 years of professional environmental experience; consulting experience preferred.
• Professional licensure or registration is a plus.
• Experience managing environmental site investigation and remediation projects.
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations and compliance requirements.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, communication, and technical writing skills.
• Ability to independently manage field and office responsibilities with attention to detail.
• Experience preparing technical reports and regulatory documentation.
• Current 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification with up-to-date 8-hour refresher training.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in field and office environments.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends as project needs require.
• Willingness to travel locally and regionally.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.

What We Offer

• Small-firm culture with the reputation and resources of a larger organization.
• Direct access to senior leadership and mentorship opportunities.
• Defined career advancement path with leadership and ownership opportunities.
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary work environment focused on technical excellence and client service.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and professional development support.
• Opportunities to lead projects, mentor staff, and expand technical and leadership capabilities.

The base salary for this position may range between $90,000.00 to $112,000.00. The actual base salary and total compensation will depend on many factors, including location, candidate experience, education, professional licensure, and other qualifications.

Why Join GZA?

At GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc., your contributions directly impact your team, clients, and communities. We foster a collaborative environment where professional growth, technical development, and strong relationships are valued and encouraged.

About GZA:

GZA is an employee-owned multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm with a history of more than 60 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.

Note to Recruitment 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.

Salary : $90,000 - $112,000