ABOUT THE POSITION

Environmental Engineer / Geologist Project Manager – Site Investigation & Remediation (SI&R)
New England or New York | Hybrid

VHB is seeking a Senior Environmental Engineer, Geologist, or Hydrogeologist to join our growing National Site Investigation & Remediation (SI&R) practice as a Project Manager. This hybrid role can be based out of any of our New England offices (Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, or Massachusetts) or our New York City office.

Our SI&R team partners with both public and private sector clients to manage properties impacted by hazardous substances and petroleum releases. We provide comprehensive services across the full project lifecycle—from site identification and characterization through risk assessment, remedial design and implementation, and regulatory closure.

As part of our national practice, you’ll have the opportunity to work on diverse projects across multiple jurisdictions throughout the United States, collaborating with a talented and multidisciplinary team.

At VHB, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional client service while fostering a collaborative, supportive, and team-oriented culture.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with clients to identify and mitigate environmental liabilities associated with property they own or manage
• Develop and manage effective site investigation and remediation field programs
• Provide mentoring and hands-on support to junior team members during field exploration and testing
• Develop conceptual site models to help Interpret and communicate investigation findings
• Leverage technology to support data management and visualization
• Manage Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, Engineering Evaluation/Cost Analyses, Remedial Investigation/Feasibility Studies and long-term monitoring programs
• Review and write technical reports, correspondence, notes, and memoranda

Skills and Attributes

• Ability to work primarily in the office with some field oversight
• Effectively communicate complex topics with colleagues and clients
• Recognize and manage business risk
• Problem solve and work independently
• Strong understanding of State and federal regulatory requirements including those associated with the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA)
• Ability to make quick decisions regarding regulatory applicability and respond to clients in an efficient manner
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Motivated and able to problem-solve
• Strong knowledge of site assessment/characterization, data/statistical analysis, remediation techniques, and risk assessment
• Experience working on contaminated sites within multiple jurisdictions including interaction with local, State, and Federal regulators
• PFAS experience and knowledge preferred

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering, Geology, or related field required
• 8+ years of professional environmental site characterization and remediation experience required, depending on level of education (master’s may substitute for 1 year)
• Master’s Degree preferred
• OSHA 40 hr. HAZWOPER certification and annual refresher certifications required
• Professional Licensure or Certification (PE, PG, CHMM, QEP)

The base salary range for this position is $95,000 to $148,000 for New York, Vermont and Massachussetts locations. This offer is determined based on a number of job-related factors including internal comparators, skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities and geographic location. In addition, VHB offers a holistic benefits package which can be found here.

We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment. 

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes: 

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace  

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us! 

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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