WSP · 3 hours ago
Lead Environmental Engineer
Charlotte, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expWSP is a growing organization seeking a Lead Environmental Engineer for their Charlotte, North Carolina office. The role involves providing technical assistance and guidance for multi-phase environmental work processes, including site investigation, remediation, and environmental permitting, while ensuring projects meet quality standards.
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Responsibilities
Develop environmental site investigation and remediation strategies for a diverse client base (federal, municipal, commercial, industrial) and projects from various regulatory programs (Superfund, Brownfields, Voluntary Cleanup, etc.)
Develop technical scopes of work, schedules, and cost estimates for site investigation and remediation activities, based on applicable regulations and client objectives
Lead multi-media investigations that may include subsurface boring and trenching oversight, groundwater monitoring and injection/recovery well installations, aquifer testing, geologic logging, multi-media sampling, and field mapping
Conduct analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of geologic, hydrogeologic, and analytical data obtained during field investigations
Evaluate remedial performance and direct appropriate O&M and system optimization activities
Prepare a variety of technical reports: remedial alternative evaluations, feasibility studies, pilot test work plans, remedial design, contractor specifications & bid documents, remedial performance evaluation, pre-design investigation, etc
Prepare and deliver presentations to clients, stakeholders, and regulators that explain research, findings, and recommendations to prevent, control, restore, clean-up, and address environmental issues
Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner
Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting
Prepare and implement site-specific Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPs) and Health and Safety Plans (HASPs)
Remain current in latest environmental engineering techniques and emerging contaminants of concern
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Environmental or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline
7 to 10 years of relevant post education experience in environmental site investigation and remediation
Professional Engineer license in North Carolina (with ability to add other States as needed)
Project management experience with small, mid-level, and large projects including tracking hours and expenses for project work
Successful candidate will be required to complete the in-house Project Management training program and become certified as a Project Manager within one year of employment
Proficient knowledge of engineering principles, practices, and methods and their application to environmental and project work-related issues
Well-defined specific knowledge of relevant environmental laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements under TRRP, RCRA and CERCLA
Working knowledge with the concepts of reducing and eliminating the use or generation of hazardous substances, processes, or products, and mitigation programs
Ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations
Ability to plan and conduct inspections and investigations on various aspects of the construction and design of facilities or structures, applying applicable regulations and policies
Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a scientific and non-scientific audience
Demonstrated high-level of self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment
Able to work as part of a team with diverse backgrounds and skills
Works independently and provides guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC
Highly proficient with technical writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools
Well-developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, and identify the most cost-effective responses that will minimize waste, prevent pollution, and conserve resources
Effective at coordinating and assertively directing others in the field such as subcontracted drillers, excavation contractors, utility locators, and others to consistently complete tasks safely and efficiently
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements
Preferred
Master's Degree in Environmental or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline
Experience with vapor intrusion mitigation design and post-construction reporting
Experience with standard mapping software, ArcGIS software
Experience with standard modeling software, MODFLOW
40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120)
Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training
Company
WSP
We are one of the world’s leading professional services firms, uniting our engineering, advisory and science-based expertise to shape communities to advance humanity.
Founded in 2011New York, New York, USA
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$40.25MKey Investors
OneWest Bank
2013-09-02Corporate Round· $40.25M
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