Environmental Consultant – Mid Level – Sediment Remediation Focus (Hybrid)

Barr•Minneapolis, MN

1d•$80,000 - $110,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Barr is seeking a mid-level environmental consultant with specialized expertise in sediment remediation to support its Assessment and Remediation business unit. The role involves leading and contributing to complex sediment remediation projects, including sediment investigations, conceptual site model development, feasibility studies and alternatives analyses, remedial design, dredging programs, and remedy permitting and implementation. Designs may include capping, dredging, and bank stabilization, with coordination of structural, geotechnical, hydraulic, and water-quality evaluations. The consultant may manage multidisciplinary teams and project scopes, schedules, budgets, and quality; prepare technical work plans, reports, design packages, cost estimates, and scopes of work; coordinate with contractors during construction; monitor field activities; and summarize results for regulatory review. The role includes engagement with clients, stakeholders, and agencies such as the U.S. EPA, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, state environmental departments, and local entities. The position calls for strong communication, analytical, leadership, mentoring, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills. The position may be based in Barr’s Seattle, Washington; Minneapolis or Duluth, Minnesota; or Ann Arbor, Michigan, offices. A hybrid arrangement may be considered, splitting time between a Barr office and a home office. Travel may be up to 10%, and fieldwork may be up to 20%, with project needs varying seasonally and over time. Work may take place on rough construction terrain, in industrial facilities with limited accessibility and moving machinery, and at waste disposal or hazardous-material cleanup sites. An OSHA-mandated physical exam may be required, and specific clients may request participation in a drug screening program. Safety training will be provided. Candidates must be able to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation. This is an exempt, salaried position with an anticipated annual compensation range of $80,000–$110,000. Employees may also be eligible for a discretionary cash bonus based on team and individual performance. Barr is an employee-owned firm offering coaching, mentoring, and support for ongoing educational opportunities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in environmental, civil, or geological engineering; geology; hydrogeology; or a related discipline.
At least 5 years of relevant experience, including demonstrated experience in sediment remediation, dredging, feasibility studies, or sediment remedial design.
Strong computer skills, including word processing and spreadsheet use; familiarity with the Microsoft Suite.
Current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship by Barr now or in the future.
Willingness to travel up to 10% and perform fieldwork up to 20%, with schedules adjusted periodically to meet project needs.
Ability to work in rough construction-site terrain and facilities that may have limited accessibility, moving machinery, or other industrial conditions.
Ability to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in engineering, geology, or a related discipline.
Registered Professional Engineer or Professional Geologist, or ability to become registered within one year.
40-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) certification.
Previous consulting experience, particularly in sediment remediation or waterfront and/or riverine systems.
Experience with sediment transport modeling, cap modeling, or construction-phase monitoring.
Registered certified consultant.

Responsibilities

Apply technical expertise to complex sediment investigations, feasibility studies, and remedial design efforts.
Design and manage remedial dredging programs and lead sediment investigations.
Develop conceptual site models, feasibility studies, alternatives analyses, and site-specific remediation strategies.
Perform remedial design, including capping, dredging, and bank stabilization.
Coordinate structural, geotechnical, hydraulic, and water-quality evaluations.
Support permitting, stakeholder coordination, remedy implementation, and construction-phase services.
Manage multidisciplinary teams and project scopes, schedules, budgets, and quality.
Prepare technical work plans, reports, design packages, construction documentation, cost estimates, and scopes of work.
Coordinate with contractors during construction and monitor field activities, including turbidity, structural movement, and geotechnical performance.
Integrate large datasets and evaluate physical, chemical, and biological processes affecting sediment behavior.
Summarize project results for regulatory review and communicate technical information to clients, contractors, regulators, and other audiences.
Engage with agencies including the U.S. EPA, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, state environmental departments, and local entities.
Provide mentorship and guidance to junior staff and contribute to a positive, inclusive team culture.
Build and maintain relationships with clients, regulatory personnel, and internal teams.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock.
Annual bonus distribution plan and dividends to shareholders as part of Barr’s profit distribution model.
Annual time and expense allowances for professional development.
Mentorship program and internal training opportunities.
Paid time off and holidays.
Paid family leave.
Compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff for extra time worked.
Ergonomic analysis and equipment.
Personal Protective Equipment allowance.
Wellbeing-focused educational opportunities.
Coaching, mentoring, and support for ongoing educational opportunities.