Senior Environmental Engineer (PRP)

Nova Engineering and Environmental•Tampa, FL

12h•Hybrid

About The Position

NOVA Engineering & Environmental is seeking a highly experienced Senior Environmental Engineer to support and lead Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Petroleum Restoration Program (PRP) projects across the state. This role is ideal for a technically strong and client-facing professional with deep experience in PRP site assessment, regulatory compliance, and remedial system design, construction, and optimization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field
7+ years of experience working on FDEP PRP projects across Florida
Proven experience with petroleum site assessment, remediation, and regulatory closure strategies
Strong working knowledge of FDEP PRP guidelines, reporting requirements, and regulatory processes
Experience managing multiple projects and field teams simultaneously
Ability to travel throughout Florida as needed

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license is highly preferred
Experience with remedial system design, construction oversight, and long-term O&M
Background in contractor management and system troubleshooting/optimization
Strong proposal development and client management experience

Responsibilities

Lead and manage FDEP Petroleum Restoration Program (PRP) projects from initiation through closure, ensuring delivery on scope, schedule, and budget.
Provide technical leadership and field oversight for: Monitoring well and soil boring installations, Groundwater and soil sampling activities, Pilot testing and system performance evaluations, Tank closure and spill bucket closure activities
Design, implement, and optimize remedial systems (e.g., SVE, AS, MPE, injection-based remedies) in accordance with FDEP guidelines.
Prepare and review technical deliverables including RAPs, SRCO documentation, assessment reports, and system O&M reports.
Serve as a primary point of contact with FDEP regulators and PRP administrators, ensuring compliance with program requirements.
Develop proposals, scopes of work, and cost estimates for PRP projects across Florida.
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and field staff.
Support business development efforts and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and regulatory stakeholders.
Oversee project financials, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.

Benefits

Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental and vision
Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
Certification reimbursement
Paid time off
Company–observed paid holidays
Company paid life insurance for employee, spouse and children
Company paid short term disability coverage
Other supplemental benefit offerings including long-term disability, critical illness, accident and identity theft protection
401K retirement with company matching of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions
Wellness program with incentives
Employee Assistance Program
Take-home company vehicles with fuel cards or shared vehicles