Senior Environmental Engineer
About The Position
NV5 is seeking a Senior Environmental Engineer to join their New York City team. This role will provide technical leadership and strategic guidance on environmental compliance and engineering solutions for major infrastructure projects, particularly those for the City of New York. The position combines technical expertise with project leadership and client engagement. The engineer will lead stormwater management programs, advance coastal resiliency design, review environmental site assessments, and ensure compliance with regulations. Mentoring junior staff, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and advising clients and regulatory agencies are also key aspects of this role. This is an opportunity to contribute to sustainable and resilient infrastructure in an urban environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in New York State required.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in environmental engineering, with expertise in stormwater management and regulatory compliance.
- Strong understanding of NYCDEP and NYSDEC stormwater regulations, SWPPP development, and inspection protocols.
- Experience with Phase I/II ESA reviews and environmental permitting.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to lead teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Nice To Haves
- ArcGIS is a Plus
- ENV SP and WEDG credentials preferred.
- Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D is a preferred.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and mentor junior staff on environmental review processes such as CEQR, SEQRA, and NEPA, and provide guidance on technical documentation.
- Prepare and review environmental permitting applications and compliance documentation for agencies including NYCDEP, NYSDEC, and USACE.
- Review and approve Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments and related documentation to ensure thorough and accurate evaluations.
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate environmental considerations into project design and delivery.
- Serve as a client liaison for environmental engineering aspects of projects, ensuring timely, accurate, and high-quality deliverables.
- Apply sustainable design guidelines and accredited frameworks such as the Envision Sustainable Infrastructure Framework and WEDG to infrastructure projects to achieve sustainability objectives.
- Develop and implement Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) in compliance with NYCDEP and NYSDEC regulations, and oversee inspections and reporting to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Design innovative green infrastructure and post-construction stormwater practices that support sustainability and resiliency goals.
Benefits
- full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
