Senior Associate- Environmental Engineer

Verdantas•San Diego, CA

6d•$145,000 - $190,000

About The Position

Verdantas is seeking a Senior Associate to join its Environmental Assessment and Remediation (EAR) team. This role offers an opportunity to lead environmental assessment, subsurface investigation, and remediation work while supporting the growth of the environmental practice. The Senior Associate collaborates closely with the Practice Line Leader and the EAR team, develops client relationships, contributes to business development, and mentors staff. The position leads and oversees environmental projects from assessment and investigation through remedial design and implementation. It includes preparing proposals, estimates, and schedules; managing project budgets and timelines; reviewing deliverables; coordinating with clients, regulatory agencies, and subcontractors; and delivering quality technical services. The role requires knowledge of applicable environmental regulations, strong communication and project-management skills, and regional travel for short periods.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geology, or a similar environmental engineering 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, manage multiple subcontractors, and interpret complex data.
Record of delivering quality services and ability to attract new clients and business.
Proactive approach to liaising with and advocating for clients before environmental regulatory agencies.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Exceptional 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, keeping them on track, within budget, and on schedule.
Provide peer reviews of project deliverables to ensure quality standards are met.
Train and mentor team members.
Design field sampling programs and remedial designs and oversee implementation.
Manage multiple subcontractors and interpret complex data.
Attract new clients and business and advocate for clients with environmental regulatory agencies.
Follow health and safety policies and procedures.