What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Environmental Scientist position at VRX, Inc.?
Established in 2006 by longtime construction engineer Noelle Ibrahim, PE, VRX is a woman-owned professional services firm certified as a WBE and HUB. We provide turnkey services to the public and private sectors. Our specialties include client-focused program and asset management; construction management and inspection; civil engineering; bridge and structural design; utility engineering; and comprehensive environmental services. VRX is more than 200 people strong in offices across Texas, in Oklahoma and New York. Learn more at VRXglobal.com
We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Environmental Scientist with 10–15 years of experience in the environmental consulting industry to join our Houston team. This is a doer-seller role for a proven professional who can develop business, lead projects, and execute technical work. The ideal candidate thrives in a client-facing environment, understands how to grow accounts, and takes pride in delivering high-quality environmental solutions.
This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in expanding our presence in the Texas Gulf Coast market while working on complex and impactful projects across a range of environmental services.
Key Responsibilities:
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: Please note that VRX, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, VRX, Inc. will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, VRX, Inc. explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of VRX, Inc.
VRX, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”
We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Environmental Scientist with 10–15 years of experience in the environmental consulting industry to join our Houston team. This is a doer-seller role for a proven professional who can develop business, lead projects, and execute technical work. The ideal candidate thrives in a client-facing environment, understands how to grow accounts, and takes pride in delivering high-quality environmental solutions.
This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in expanding our presence in the Texas Gulf Coast market while working on complex and impactful projects across a range of environmental services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, pursue, and win new business through existing client relationships and new market opportunities
- Serve as a trusted technical and strategic advisor to clients
- Lead and manage environmental projects from proposal through execution and closeout
- Prepare and oversee proposals, scopes of work, schedules, and budgets
- Perform and oversee technical work, including data evaluation, reporting, and regulatory coordination
- Mentor and support junior staff and contribute to team development
- Collaborate with leadership to support regional growth strategies
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
- 10 –15 years of experience in environmental consulting
- Demonstrated doer-seller experience with a track record of business development success
- Strong project management experience, including budget and schedule responsibility
- Solid understanding of Texas and federal environmental regulations
- Excellent communication, writing, and client relationship skills
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment
- Experience managing and growing client accounts
- Familiarity with industrial, energy, manufacturing, or commercial clients
- Professional licensure (or ability to obtain) is a plus
- A leadership-focused role with real influence on business growth
- Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives
- Opportunities for professional advancement and long-term career growth
- Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with strong technical support
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: Please note that VRX, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, VRX, Inc. will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, VRX, Inc. explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of VRX, Inc.
VRX, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”