JOB
SUMMARY
Conducts work
in support of and prepares complex Phase I Environmental Site Assessments in
accordance with ASTM Standard E1527, Standard Practice for Environmental Site
Assessments: Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Process to identify
recognized environmental conditions and other conditions of environmental
concern for a project and related off-site properties in accordance with ASTM
and client specific standards, including Agency, as an Environmental
Professional. May coordinate with vendors and subcontractors for the completion
of Phase II subsurface investigations, if needed.
ESSENTIAL
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Completes
complex Environmental Site Assessments (ESA), environmental compliance and
related projects, and/or oversight of Phase II subsurface investigations to
identify Recognized Environmental Conditions (RECs) and other adverse
environmental conditions as outlined in the scope of work.
Reviews
previous assessment reports, historical and regulatory records for the property
and for the surrounding area and reports data in accordance with ASTM criteria
and/or client's scope of work.
Conducts
interviews with appropriate project stakeholders and government officials to
obtain information concerning the environmental conditions related to the
property and adjacent properties.
Performs
screenings and surveys for the presence of hazardous building materials
(asbestos, lead, radon, etc.) and subsurface contamination. Screenings may
include collection of samples.
Writes reports
which accurately convey the environmental assessment and provide exhibits and
photos which illustrate or clarify information presented in the body of the
report.
Obtains site
access, public and private utility clearance, coordinates with various project
stakeholders, and schedules drillers, laboratories, and other subcontractors
for Phase II or Industrial Hygiene work.
Completes
online and field research related to historic preservation, endangered species,
wetlands, floodplains, etc.
May engage
subcontractors/vendors for Phase II subsurface investigations, if necessary.
Includes developing scope of work, acquiring bids, selecting vendor and
ensuring results are included in final report to client.
Performs other
duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY
RESPONSIBILITIES
No formal
supervisory responsibilities in this position. Provides informal assistance
such as technical guidance, and/or training to coworkers. Mentors and coaches
team members to further develop competencies.
May coordinate and assign tasks to co-workers within a work unit and/or
project.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's Degree in related field such as environmental science, geology, engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Requires 5-7 years relevant environmental experience.
Knowledgeable of federal, state and local environmental requirements.
CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSES
Current Professional Engineer’s or Professional Geologist’s license or registration, CIH, CEM or one or more of the following state certifications ACM, Lead, Mold, Radon, preferred.
Based on locations and local regulations, this role may require specific licenses or certification issued by the federal government, state, tribe, to perform environmental inquiries as defined in §312.21"
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers. Ability to effectively present information.
Ability to effectively present technical information to non-technical clients.
FINANCIAL KNOWLEDGE
Requires knowledge of financial terms and principles. Ability to calculate intermediate figures such as percentages, discounts, and/or commissions. Conducts basic financial analysis.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to understand and carry out general instructions in standard situations. Ability to solve problems in standard situations. Requires intermediate analytical and quantitative skills.
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES
Advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite Products (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook, etc.)
Excellent time management and organizational skills. The position requires simultaneously managing electronic deliverables for several ongoing assignments.
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY
Decisions made with thorough understanding of procedures and company policies to achieve set results and deadlines. Responsible for managing multiple project deadlines at one time. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to co-workers and supervisor.