Project Geologist, Engineer, or Scientist - Environmental Permitting & Compliance

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services•San Diego, CA

10h•$96,750 - $140,000

About The Position

Langan is seeking a Project Geologist, Engineer, or Scientist to join its Environmental Compliance team in Southern California. The role manages environmental compliance and permitting projects involving stormwater and air permitting, storage tank registration and compliance evaluations, waste program management, multi-media compliance audits, monitoring plans, spill prevention and contingency plans, and report writing. It also supports and manages environmental site assessments, site investigations, due diligence, and remediation programs for industrial, commercial, transportation, energy, and development clients. The position offers the opportunity to manage projects across environmental compliance and remediation disciplines and contribute to the growth of Langan’s practice. The role includes technical project management and analysis, permitting and regulatory strategy, agency and client coordination, proposal development, business development, and leadership and development of environmental professionals. The position manages multiple projects while maintaining schedules, budgets, quality objectives, and client expectations, and collaborates with technical experts across offices and disciplines.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
At least 6 years of experience in environmental consulting, with a strong background in environmental compliance and working knowledge of environmental investigations and remediation.
40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations governing environmental compliance, site investigation, remediation, and waste management programs.
Experience supporting or managing environmental due diligence, Phase I and Phase II ESAs, environmental investigations, corrective action programs, or remediation projects.
Familiarity with environmental sampling techniques, data evaluation, and preparation of technical reports.
Ability to effectively manage multiple clients and projects.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities.
Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.
Reliable transportation for client meetings and job site visits, and a valid driver's license in good standing.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.
Professional certification such as PG, PE, QISP, CHMM, or similar.
Willingness and ability to identify new client opportunities.

Responsibilities

Direct and manage complex environmental projects, including senior-level technical analysis and review.
Develop environmental permitting and regulatory strategies for industrial, commercial, transportation, and construction projects.
Manage preparation and submission of permits and compliance programs for air, wastewater, stormwater, waste, spill prevention and storage tanks, and EPCRA (Tier II, TRI).
Prepare and submit responses to Notices of Violation and negotiate permit requirements with regulatory agencies on behalf of clients.
Conduct multi-media environmental compliance audits, gap assessments, inspections, and program reviews.
Manage and perform environmental due diligence and site assessment projects, including Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, regulatory file reviews, environmental compliance evaluations, and environmental risk assessments.
Plan, coordinate, and oversee investigations involving soil, groundwater, sediment, soil vapor, and indoor air sampling and evaluation.
Interpret environmental analytical data and prepare technical reports, conceptual site models, investigation summaries, and remedial planning documents.
Support the design, implementation, and management of remediation programs, including corrective actions, site closure strategies, remediation system evaluations, and regulatory agency coordination.
Interface with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies regarding environmental compliance, site investigations, remediation activities, and closure requirements.
Lead and develop a team of environmental professionals through hiring, coaching, training, and motivation; directly oversee and manage junior staff on project assignments.
Lead or assist with proposals, including scope and fee development.
Manage multiple projects and tasks while maintaining schedules, budgets, quality objectives, and client expectations; manage change orders, prepare draft invoices, support project billings, and assist with payment collections.
Identify and pursue new client opportunities, expand work within existing projects, and participate in business development meetings, events, and industry organizations.
Maintain membership and leadership roles in relevant industry organizations.
Coordinate with technical experts across multiple office locations and disciplines.
Interface professionally with clients, contractors, subcontractors, staff, project personnel, and supervisors.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary engineering and environmental team to support projects across the United States.

Benefits

Company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Life insurance and short- and long-term disability insurance.
Paid pregnancy disability leave.
401(k)/Roth plan with company match.
Paid time off, including parental and military leave.
Employee referral and professional license bonuses.
Educational reimbursement.
Employee resource groups.
Flexible work schedules.
Extensive training.
Wellness programs.
Buddy and mentoring programs.
Up to 20 days of paid vacation time, 10 days of paid sick time, and 10 paid holidays throughout the year, subject to eligibility and applicable factors.