Senior Associate- Environmental Engineer

Verdantas•Rancho Cucamonga, CA

About The Position

Verdantas is seeking a Senior Associate for its Environmental Assessment and Remediation (EAR) team. The role involves leading environmental assessment, investigation, and remediation projects; preparing project estimates, proposals, and schedules; maintaining client and regulatory relationships; and providing technical review and team mentorship. The Senior Associate will collaborate with the Practice Line Leader and EAR team, help grow the environmental practice, and support sustainable, data-driven solutions to environmental and infrastructure challenges. Regional travel for short periods is required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geology, Environmental Engineering, or a similar field, with relevant professional registration or certification (for example, California Professional Civil Engineer).
At least 8 years of experience in environmental subsurface investigation.
At least 5 years of experience in project management, staff supervision, and client interaction.
Deep understanding of federal, state, and local environmental regulations and requirements.
Exceptional technical writing, oral communication, presentation, and time-management skills.
Ability to design field sampling programs and remedial designs, implement remediation, manage multiple subcontractors, and interpret complex data.
Track record of delivering quality services and ability to attract new clients and business.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve project goals.
Strong attention to detail and ability to meet budgets and schedules.
Adherence to health and safety policies and procedures.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Willingness to travel regionally for short periods.

Responsibilities

Lead Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, Preliminary Endangerment Assessments (PEAs), Removal Action Workplans (RAWs), Remedial Action Plans (RAPs), remedial design, remedial technology implementation, risk assessments, and other environmental documents.
Prepare accurate and timely project estimates, proposals, and schedules.
Build and maintain relationships with clients and regulatory agencies through effective communication and interaction.
Oversee subsurface investigation and remediation projects to ensure they meet schedule and budget requirements.
Conduct peer reviews of project deliverables to maintain quality standards.
Train and mentor team members.
Liaise with and advocate for clients with environmental regulatory agencies.
Follow health and safety policies and procedures.