Principal – Environmental Remediation Engineer

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.•Portland, OR

About The Position

Geosyntec Consultants is seeking a Principal Environmental Remediation Engineer for its Environmental Practice in Portland, Oregon. The role involves leading environmental investigation and remediation work, including environmental due diligence, remedial investigations, and cleanup actions at known or suspected contaminated sites. The work spans complex environmental projects in the Pacific Northwest, such as site assessments, feasibility studies, property cleanup and redevelopment, remedial design, cost recovery and allocation support, and landfill system monitoring and optimization. Working within Geosyntec’s Sell, Manage, Do business model, the Principal will lead technical project delivery and contribute to leadership, staff mentorship, client management, sales, and business development. The role may include project and staff management, fieldwork, and development of the employee’s own practice through project delivery and client development. Geosyntec describes itself as an international engineering and consulting firm serving private- and public-sector clients, and states that it offers competitive pay, benefits, and well-being programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering or a related engineering discipline.
Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.
At least 10 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Relevant coursework or experience in contaminant fate and transport.
Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
Ability to work on teams and interface with clients, attorneys, and regulators to execute projects.
Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in environmental engineering or a related engineering discipline.
15 or more years of related experience is preferred.
Knowledge of state and federal cleanup laws, regulations, and regulatory guidance for contaminated-site cleanup.
Clear and professional writing and verbal communication skills.
Excellent client management skills.

Responsibilities

Manage and direct technical projects, including planning and implementing investigations and remediation, budgeting, schedule adherence, quality, client satisfaction, and profitability.
Evaluate contaminated sites and develop remediation approaches, including feasibility studies, cleanup action plans, engineering design reports, and remediation design plans.
Lead the development of work plans, data evaluation, and cost-benefit analyses.
Implement remedial pilot tests and systems, including vendor selection, logistical coordination, permitting, and field-team supervision.
Mentor and guide early-career staff on project performance, cost and schedule management, client expectations, and career development.
Work with and lead multidisciplinary teams, including data scientists, geologists, risk assessors, CAD designers, and modelers.
Prepare and review technical reports, letters, memoranda, plans, specifications, and proposals.
As needed, conduct fieldwork such as site visits, environmental sampling and characterization, drilling oversight, contractor oversight, and remediation system operations, maintenance, and construction.
Build a client portfolio by obtaining repeat business from existing clients and winning new clients.
Develop trust-based relationships with clients, regulatory personnel, and other project stakeholders.
Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to project or office sites and other business locations as needed.