Engineer

LaBella Associates•New York, NY

4h•$65,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

LaBella Associates is seeking an Environmental Scientist, Geologist, or Engineer to join its Environmental group in the Brooklyn, New York office. The position supports environmental projects through field investigations, data collection and analysis, report preparation, project coordination, and client and regulatory communications. Work includes field activities in New York City and the metropolitan area, including soil, soil vapor, and groundwater sampling, construction project oversight and drilling, and Phase I inspections. The role also contributes to planning and managing projects, mentoring environmental staff, maintaining project records, and working with multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects in accordance with professional standards, QA/QC policies, schedules, and budgets. The listed salary range is $65,000–$85,000. The specific salary may vary based on factors including relevant experience, education, and work location. LaBella describes its benefits as supporting physical, mental, and financial well-being.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Geology, Environmental Science, or Engineering.
0–5 years of experience in a related local environmental position.
40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification.
Experience with AutoCAD and/or ArcGIS.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Team-oriented approach and strong ability to motivate others.
Highly motivated self-starter.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environmental consulting team environment and within a multidisciplinary group of professionals.
Strong organization and attention to detail.
Technical knowledge and experience with NYC E-designations and brownfield sites under programs including the New York City Voluntary Cleanup Program (VCP), New York State Brownfield Cleanup Program (BCP), and Superfund (CERCLA).
Excellent client service skills and a positive attitude.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Valid New York State driver's license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

Perform field work in the five boroughs and the New York City metropolitan area.
Perform soil, soil vapor, and groundwater sampling.
Perform or oversee field activities and drilling on construction projects.
Perform Phase I inspections.
Collect, record, organize, and analyze field and environmental data.
Present data, create maps, and prepare reports and other deliverables.
Prepare deliverables on time and within budget.
Maintain open communication with project team members and communicate project progress, outcomes, and recommendations to stakeholders and regulatory authorities.
Prepare work plans and proposals and manage projects with consideration for environmental goals, timelines, resource allocation, and budget requirements.
Provide oversight, direction, management, and mentoring to environmental staff.
Support environmental projects through planning, implementation, and completion.
Represent the company professionally and in accordance with its core values.
Conduct work to professional standards and follow the firm's QA/QC policy.
Collaborate with environmental specialists, engineers, contractors, government agencies, and other multidisciplinary team members to achieve project objectives.
Maintain accurate project documentation, including environmental assessments, permits, reports, and correspondence, and comply with record-keeping requirements.