Senior Staff Consultant

Terraphase Engineering Inc

16d•$75,000 - $85,000

About The Position

Terraphase Engineering is seeking a Mid-Level Geologist, Environmental Scientist, or Engineer with approximately 3 to 5 years of experience to join our team in our Connecticut office. This position supports a growing workload in site assessment, investigation, remediation, hazardous building materials surveys, and environmental regulatory compliance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field
Approximately 3 to 5 plus years of environmental consulting experience
Strong written, verbal, and technical communication skills
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a project team
Self-sufficient and able to manage deadlines and competing priorities
Comfortable overseeing subcontractors during field activities
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
Able to work outdoors for extended periods of time and travel as needed
Confident working at environmentally impacted sites with a proactive safety mindset

Nice To Haves

Experience with GIS or drafting software preferred
OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER certification
CPR and First Aid training
Connecticut Asbestos and Lead Inspector licenses
Interest in progression toward Project Manager responsibilities, PEP, and/or LEP track

Responsibilities

Perform and expand upon standard field sampling techniques for environmental media including soil and unconsolidated deposits, bedrock, soil vapor, groundwater, surface water, sediment, and waste.
Document and record field data and observations clearly and concisely.
Direct and oversee the advancement of soil borings and the installation of groundwater monitoring wells by subcontracted drillers.
Serve as field task lead implementing investigation and remediation work plans.
Conduct Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments.
Perform hazardous building materials assessments including asbestos and lead-based paint surveys.
Support environmental permitting and Connecticut Transfer Act projects.
Implement project kick off tasks including preparation of project plans, permit applications, subcontractor agreements, site-specific Health and Safety Plans (HASPs), and other project documentation.
Oversee and direct subcontractors including drillers, laboratories, and construction personnel.
Mentor junior staff on field methods and standard operating procedures.
Analyze, evaluate, interpret, and present hydrogeologic and chemical data.
Prepare draft technical reports for review by project managers and principals.
Demonstrate commitment to safe work practices and lead by example in the field in accordance with HASPs, training, and applicable regulations.
Maintain working knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations related to investigation, remediation, compliance, and due diligence.