Mid-Level Environmental Specialist

Company Description

AEG a SOCOTEC company is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects

SOCOTEC’s combination of expertise, experience and methods are increasingly recognized as best-in-class fueling significant growth. 

SOCOTEC is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work by the renowned global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work®.

Job Description

The position will manage complex environmental projects, ensure regulatory compliance, and contribute to strategic environmental planning with a strong background in environmental science, engineering, or a related field, with demonstrated leadership in environmental assessments, permitting, and stakeholder engagement. Preferred experience includes but not limited to permitting, wetland delineations, stormwater evaluations, and CADD drafting.

• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and permitting processes.
• Project management, including budgeting and scheduling.
• Manage environmental projects, including wetland delineations, permitting, Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), Phase I & II ESAs, site remediation, and sustainability initiatives.
• Interact and communicate effectively with fellow team members, clients, and agencies.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations (e.g., EPA, NEPA, CEQA, RCRA, CERCLA).
• Draft figures and site plans via CADD software.
• Perform environmental fieldwork including oversight of subcontractor.
• Oversee data collection, sampling, and analysis for air, water, and soil quality.
• Prepare technical reports, permit applications, and regulatory filings.
• Mentor and train junior staff as appropriate.
• Stay current with changes in environmental laws, policies, and best practices.
• Support business development by identifying opportunities, writing proposals, and contributing to project bids.
• Carry out job functions safely and in accordance with a Health and Safety Plan and/or industry standards.
• Respond to inquiries and/or complaints in a timely and professional manner.
• Work effectively and harmoniously in a culturally and ethnically diverse workforce.
• Ability to read and understand civil engineering plans, maps, and specifications.
• Perform mathematics such as algebra, geometry, and trigonometry used in field survey analysis.
• Ability to explain, interpret, and teach policies, technical concepts, and designs.
• Proficient with environmental modeling tools and computer software (GIS, field data processing, Microsoft Office Suite, or related software).
• Manage projects and work with marketing to write proposals as needed
• Perform other related duties as assigned by your manager.

Qualifications

Education:
Bachelor’s Degree – Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, or a related field.
Master’s Degree is preferred.

Experience/Training:
7 years of relevant environmental experience, preferably in consulting, energy, or industrial sectors is preferred.

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATES/REGISTRATIONS
Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License.
OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification preferred.
Professional certification (e.g., PE, PG, CHMM, QEP) is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF JOB
In accordance with OSHA and other federal workplace regulations, an Environmental Specialist is expected to complete the following duties:

I. In a standard workday, ranging from 8-12 hours in length, this job requires a combination of the physical ability to:
– Sit/stand up to 8 hours;
– Walk up to 4 hours; and
– Roundtrip travel up to 6 hours.

II. Physical actions may include fieldwork using hands, arms, bending, squatting, and reaching consisting of: LIFT or CARRY and PUSH or PULL up to 50 pounds.

This Job Description is designed to accurately reflect job duties.  However, the above information may not be all-inclusive and other job-related duties may be required.  Reasonable accommodation(s) that do not cause an undue hardship on the Company will be considered as required by local, state, or federal law.

Additional Information

Additional information

For more information, please visit www.socotec.us

Job Type: Full-Time

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

AEG a Socotec company is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.