Senior Environmental Engineer

LaBella Associates•New York, NY

15h

About The Position

We are looking for a highly motivated Senior Environmental Engineer (PE) to lead environmental investigation and remediation projects and support the continued growth of our NYC practice. The ideal candidate is technically strong, entrepreneurial, and excited by opportunities to work on impactful brownfield remediation and redevelopment projects while mentoring junior staff and contributing to business development efforts. This is a high-visibility role with meaningful influence on firm direction, client relationships, and the development of our team in the NYC area and beyond.

Requirements

B.S. in Chemical, Environmental, or related Engineering discipline.
New York State Professional Engineer (PE) license.
15+ years of experience managing environmental investigation and remediation projects.
Demonstrated experience with BCP, Phase II ESAs, and remedial design.
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
Valid NYS or NJ driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Nice To Haves

Experience with E-Designation and/or NYSDEC Spills Program projects preferred.
NJ LSRP license a plus

Responsibilities

Build and maintain strong client relationships across the private and public sectors.
Leverage existing industry connections to help grow LaBella’s environmental practice.
Prepare proposals, scopes of work, cost estimates, and project budgets.
Maintain strong relationships with regulatory agencies.
Represent LaBella professionally in alignment with our core values.
Manage and execute Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), NYSDEC Brownfield Cleanup Program (BCP) and E-Designation projects, including Site Characterizations, Remedial Investigations, Alternatives Analyses, and Remedial Design.
Develop and optimize engineering controls, automation, and system performance monitoring programs for new and existing remedial systems.
Lead design and feasibility evaluations for remedial technologies such as: Excavation/off-site disposal In-situ chemical oxidation/reduction Thermal remediation Sub-slab depressurization systems PFAS treatment systems
Oversee field programs, including soil, groundwater, soil vapor, and surface water sampling.
Project management duties including project set up, contracting of subcontractors, budget tracking, workflow management, reporting oversight and review and heavy client communication.
Support litigation and expert witness assignments as needed.
Mentor and guide junior engineers, geologists, and environmental scientists.
Promote technical excellence, collaboration, and professional growth within the team.