Principal – Environmental Remediation Engineer
About the role
Geosyntec Consultants is seeking a Principal Environmental Remediation Engineer to join our Environmental Practice in our Seattle, Bellingham, Wenatchee, Yakima, or Bainbridge Island, WA office. Our Environmental Practice tackles a variety of complex environmental projects, including environmental site assessments, remedial investigations/feasibility studies, property cleanup and urban redevelopments, remedial design engineering, cost recovery/allocation/mediation support, and landfill system monitoring and optimization.
Responsibilities
Manage and direct challenging technical projects through task and project management, including planning and implementing investigation and remediation projects, budgeting and budget management, adherence to schedule, quality, client satisfaction, and profitability.
Evaluate contaminated sites and develop remediation approaches, including feasibility studies, cleanup action plans, engineering design reports, remediation design plans.
Lead the development of work plans, data evaluation, and cost-benefit analyses.
Implement remedial pilot tests and systems, including vendor selection, logistical coordination, permitting, and supervision of field teams.
Mentor, guide, and motivate early career staff assigned in the areas of project performance, cost, schedule management, client expectations and career development.
Work with and lead multidisciplinary teams, including data scientists, geologists, risk assessors, CAD designers, and modelers.
Prepare and review technical reports, letters, memoranda, plans, specifications, and proposals.
Occasionally perform fieldwork including site visits, multi-media environmental sampling and characterization, drilling oversight, contractor oversight, and remediation system operations, maintenance, and construction.
Build a portfolio of clients by obtaining repeat business from existing clients and winning new clients.
Foster trust-based relationships with clients, regulatory personnel, and other project stakeholders.
Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed.
Qualifications
At least 10 years of related experience (15+ preferred); or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Relevant coursework or experience in contaminant fate and transport.
Knowledge of state and federal cleanup laws, regulations, and regulatory guidance for cleanup of contaminated sites.
Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
Clear and professional writing and verbal communication skills.
Excellent client management skills.
Ability to work on teams and interface with clients, attorneys, and regulators to execute projects.
Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel.