Assistant Environmental Manager

Assistant Environmental Manager

Join a team that values technical excellence, collaboration, and real-world environmental impact. This organization offers opportunities to lead diverse projects, engage with regulatory agencies, and contribute to sustainable solutions across industries. Employees benefit from a strong culture of mentorship, professional development, and hands-on field experience. If you're seeking a role where your expertise drives innovation and your growth is supported, this is an ideal environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide technical oversight and support for environmental engineering and compliance projects, including:

  • Preparation of permit applications (e.g., earth disturbance, air compliance).
  • Conducting sound and noise studies.
  • Developing Spill Response Plans, including Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans and secondary containment services.
  • Environmental monitoring and field oversight (e.g., erosion and sedimentation control, sound monitoring).
  • Drafting E&S Plans, Stormwater Management Plans, and assisting with NPDES permit coordination and termination.

• Occasionally perform Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) and hazardous waste due diligence investigations across various property types (rural, residential, commercial, industrial).

• Research and interpret federal, state, and local environmental regulations (e.g., CAA, SPCC, CERCLA, RCRA, TSCA, EPCRA, VCP).

• Supervise and conduct field monitoring of erosion and sediment controls on construction projects.

• Review specifications, permits, and stormwater plans for both site-based and linear construction projects.

• Prepare and review monitoring reports based on field observations, submitted in paper or electronic formats.

• Adhere to health and safety standards and quality management procedures as required by clients and internal protocols.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Ability to lead field studies and data collection efforts.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, environmental science, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with database/reporting tools.
• Experience managing employees and acting as a task manager on compliance projects.
• Knowledge of NPDES regulations and best management practices (BMPs).
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel regionally as needed.

Preferred:

• Experience with GPS-enabled data collection.
• Knowledge of spill response planning and Oil Pollution Prevention Act regulations.
• 1-2 years of experience in air pollution compliance and permitting.
• Basic understanding of sound/noise studies and modeling.
• Familiarity with Phase I/II ESA and hazardous waste investigations.
• Experience in environmental field monitoring, especially E&S control.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or GIS (ArcGIS).
• Professional certifications (e.g., CESSWI, CPESC, Qualified Environmental Inspector).
• Relevant training (e.g., ASTM Phase I ESA, RCRA, OSHA).

Physical Demands:

• Ability to walk through unimproved terrain and remote areas.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to detect potential hazards during fieldwork.

General Characteristics:

• Support project managers and contribute to consulting strategies.
• Propose productivity improvements for teams or departments.
• Align team efforts with broader organizational goals.
• Support change initiatives across operational divisions.

Experience and Education:

• 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Sciences or a related field.

Technical Responsibilities:

• Oversight of task managers and coordination of project tasks.
• Review of project documentation and interface with agencies and subconsultants.
• Translate strategic goals into operational policies.
• Develop routines and empower staff through coaching and career development.