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Senior Environmental Scientist/Engineer


GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. (GZA) is currently seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist/Engineer to support our Metro Philadelphia area environmental remediation practice. This position can be based out of our Philadelphia, PA; Lansdale, PA; or Hammonton, NJ office location. As a Senior Environmental Scientist/Engineer, you will work with a staff of interrelated professionals dedicated to providing high-level expertise on complex projects above, below, and at ground-level. You will successfully execute all aspects of projects under the guidance of a company Principal. You will represent GZA with the client throughout proposal, contract, and project performance phases, and will be responsible for day-to-day execution of technical and financial aspects of each project. Incumbent with the position you will also be involved with marketing activities and networking events as well as the development and mentoring of staff. Senior Engineers have ownership opportunities with the firm and the potential for advancement to principal levels.

Key Duties:

  • Managing project teams, delegating to office and field staff, and executing day to day investigation, remediation, and compliance activities
  • Conducting internal and client communications
  • Monitoring team performance for compliance with contractual agreements and budgets
  • Providing business development support
  • Preparing proposals and reviewing/writing environmental reports with Principal guidance and review
  • Managing project contractual and financial issues (including terms of agreement, changes in scope, billing process)
  • Embrace external networking and marketing activities to help grow the Engineering practice
  • Managing and mentoring GZA existing staff of project-level engineers
  • Conducting/reviewing technical analyses/calculations
  • Participating in meetings and agency consultation
  • Conducting site compliance inspections
  • Developing construction plans
  • Preparing construction cost/quantity estimates

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in related Environmental Science or Engineering discipline (Advanced Degree Preferred)
  • 10 -15 years’ experience at consulting engineering firms and knowledge of state administrative code and federal regulations in Pennsylvania (New Jersey and Delaware experience a plus)
  • Experience with the development, design, preparation, and management of environmental investigation, compliance, and remediation projects
  • Chlorinated hydrocarbon and emerging contaminant investigation / remediation and litigation support experience a plus
  • Construction bid specification experience a plus
  • Experience working on industrial compliance and permitting projects
  • Self-starter, able to complete tasks with minimal supervision and direction
  • Demonstrate professional judgment, consistency, strong attention to detail, and background of high-quality work products
  • Demonstrate performance of independent analysis, problem solving and strong organizational skills
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Doer-seller aptitude with industry knowledge a plus
  • Experience preparing well written reports within budget that demonstrate technical knowledge
  • Strong interest in safety
  • Experience in successfully advocating and/or negotiating with regulatory agencies and third parties in favor of client positions
  • Possess or have completed 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training
  • PG, PE or LSRP license strongly preferred

For more information/to apply please visit our website at www.gza.com/careers or contact Ana Bradford at anastasia.bradford@gza.com

About GZA:

  • Professional development and enrichment
  • Exciting work environment
  • Generous, company-subsidized benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and 401K retirement plan

GZA is an employee-owned multidisciplinary environmental consulting, geotechnical engineering, geo-civil engineering, construction management and environmental remediation firm. 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.

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. is an Affirmative/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital or veteran status, age or other protected status.

GZA values diversity and is committed to providing an accepting and inclusive work environment for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. GZA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital or veteran status, age or other protected status.


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