Environmental Specialist II - Investigation and Remediation

Environmental Specialist II – Investigation and Remediation

KLJ is seeking a motivated Environmental Specialist II to help support environmental investigation and remediation projects for both public and private sectors. In this role, you will conduct a variety of field and office related tasks under the direction of senior environmental staff members.   

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) for due diligence purposes
• Support large scale construction monitoring/site cleanup projects for regulatory compliance
• Perform asbestos and regulated waste surveys for bridges and residential, commercial, or industrial properties
• Collect soil, groundwater, soil vapor, and other media during environmental investigation and cleanup activities
• Evaluate and interpret field results and analytical data
• Provide environmental oversight and documentation of proper waste/media management and disposal activities
• Complete Limited Site Investigations and Remedial Investigations for potential petroleum releases
• Prepare technical reports and other deliverables
• Utilize effective written and oral communication to interact with clients, contractors, and team members on a regular basis
• Contribute to meetings with project stakeholders or clients
• Understand federal, state, and local environmental regulatory policies and monitor changes to environmental laws, regulations and guidelines
• Understand and follow scope of services, project schedules and budgets
• Conduct and lead field investigations and remediation projects
• Accurately document environmental activities and incorporate pertinent information into draft reports, permits, and other deliverables

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in geology, engineering or an environmental-related field
• Two to six years of relevant post education professional experience that includes investigation and remediation work with a minimum of one year conducting environmental construction monitoring or Response Action Plan/Construction Contingent Plan implementation activities
• Familiar with field and sample collection methods and procedures
• Previous experience in soil, groundwater, soil vapor, and asbestos sampling
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate motorized vehicles
• Must have strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to multitask and work well in a team environment.
• Interest in environmental investigation and remediation and a willingness to learn
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint)
• Must ensure compliance with KLJ safety and quality standards
• Willingness to travel on occasions and work flexible hours as needed

Additional Preferences:

• Previous experience using GPS units and ArcGIS software
• Previous experience preparing investigation and remediation proposals and technical reports
• Knowledge and experience with Minnesota environmental regulations including MPCA, MDH, and MnDOT guidance documents
• 40-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification
• Minnesota Asbestos Inspector certification
• Minnesota Asbestos Supervisor certification
• P.G., P.E. in Minnesota and/or CHMM or ability to obtain

Hours and Travel

This position requires the individual occasionally work 40 hours per week with 50% of the time spent in the office and 50% in the field. Willingness to travel on occasion may be expected.

At KLJ, we have a vested interest in the personal, financial, and professional goals of our employees. The salary for this position is expected to range between $52,000 - $75,000. Factors that may be used to determine actual salary include education (or applicable experience), training, job location, competencies relevant to the role, and internal equity. We offer a competitive full suite benefit package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, performance bonus, 401k, employee stock ownership program and a flexible work environment that gives you options to support excelling both professionally and personally. The options available for the current year are described at www.kljeng.com/careers/benefits.    

This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive or restrictive and other duties may be assigned. It is a description of the job as presently defined and is subject at any time to revision. This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Individuals may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, as needed.    

All applicants must be authorized to work in the US, without employer-sponsorship. KLJ does not offer employment based VISAS.     

KLJ will not be partnering with third-party recruiters on this position. Please review our third-party recruiting policy at www.kljeng.com/careers.   

Salary : $52,000 - $75,000