WSP
Lead Environmental Engineer
WSP, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Our Business
We are a global leader in environmental consulting - made stronger with the recent acquisition of Wood’s Environment & Infrastructure business and Golder - with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change.
As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.
This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Full-Time
Lead Consultant, Environmental Engineer
, for our
Charlotte, North Carolina office
, to be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges by providing technical assistance and guidance for multi-phase environmental work processes, including but not limited to: site investigation, remediation, brownfields redevelopment assessment and planning, vapor intrusion mitigation systems, impact assessment, and environmental permitting. You will have the opportunity to provide project leadership on environmental site investigations and remediation design, determinations of overall risks to ecological and human health, corrective action strategies, classification of contaminated materials, and assisting with recommendations to avert degradation of air, water, and land resources. Responsible for ensuring projects are delivered with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards.
Your Impact
Develop environmental site investigation and remediation strategies for a diverse client base (federal, municipal, commercial, industrial) and projects from various regulatory programs (Superfund, Brownfields, Voluntary Cleanup, etc.)
Develop technical scopes of work, schedules, and cost estimates for site investigation and remediation activities, based on applicable regulations and client objectives.
Lead multi-media investigations that may include subsurface boring and trenching oversight, groundwater monitoring and injection/recovery well installations, aquifer testing, geologic logging, multi-media sampling, and field mapping.
Conduct analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of geologic, hydrogeologic, and analytical data obtained during field investigations.
Evaluate remedial performance and direct appropriate O&M and system optimization activities.
Prepare a variety of technical reports: remedial alternative evaluations, feasibility studies, pilot test work plans, remedial design, contractor specifications & bid documents, remedial performance evaluation, pre-design investigation, etc.
Prepare and deliver presentations to clients, stakeholders, and regulators that explain research, findings, and recommendations to prevent, control, restore, clean-up, and address environmental issues.
Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner.
Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting.
Prepare and implement site-specific Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPs) and Health and Safety Plans (HASPs).
Remain current in latest environmental engineering techniques and emerging contaminants of concern.
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline.
7 to 10 years of relevant post education experience in environmental site investigation and remediation.
Professional Engineer license in North Carolina (with ability to add other States as needed).
Project management experience with small, mid-level, and large projects including tracking hours and expenses for project work.
Successful candidate will be required to complete the in-house Project Management training program and become certified as a Project Manager within one year of employment.
Proficient knowledge of engineering principles, practices, and methods and their application to environmental and project work-related issues.
Well-defined specific knowledge of relevant environmental laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements under TRRP, RCRA and CERCLA.
Working knowledge with the concepts of reducing and eliminating the use or generation of hazardous substances, processes, or products, and mitigation programs.
Ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations.
Ability to plan and conduct inspections and investigations on various aspects of the construction and design of facilities or structures, applying applicable regulations and policies.
Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a scientific and non-scientific audience.
Demonstrated high-level of self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
Able to work as part of a team with diverse backgrounds and skills.
Works independently and provides guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
Highly proficient with technical writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools.
Well-developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, and identify the most cost-effective responses that will minimize waste, prevent pollution, and conserve resources.
Effective at coordinating and assertively directing others in the field such as subcontracted drillers, excavation contractors, utility locators, and others to consistently complete tasks safely and efficiently.
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Environmental or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline.
Experience with vapor intrusion mitigation design and post-construction reporting.
Experience with standard mapping software, ArcGIS software.
Experience with standard modeling software, MODFLOW.
40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120).
Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training.
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We are a global leader in environmental consulting - made stronger with the recent acquisition of Wood’s Environment & Infrastructure business and Golder - with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change.
As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.
This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Full-Time
Lead Consultant, Environmental Engineer
, for our
Charlotte, North Carolina office
, to be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges by providing technical assistance and guidance for multi-phase environmental work processes, including but not limited to: site investigation, remediation, brownfields redevelopment assessment and planning, vapor intrusion mitigation systems, impact assessment, and environmental permitting. You will have the opportunity to provide project leadership on environmental site investigations and remediation design, determinations of overall risks to ecological and human health, corrective action strategies, classification of contaminated materials, and assisting with recommendations to avert degradation of air, water, and land resources. Responsible for ensuring projects are delivered with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards.
Your Impact
Develop environmental site investigation and remediation strategies for a diverse client base (federal, municipal, commercial, industrial) and projects from various regulatory programs (Superfund, Brownfields, Voluntary Cleanup, etc.)
Develop technical scopes of work, schedules, and cost estimates for site investigation and remediation activities, based on applicable regulations and client objectives.
Lead multi-media investigations that may include subsurface boring and trenching oversight, groundwater monitoring and injection/recovery well installations, aquifer testing, geologic logging, multi-media sampling, and field mapping.
Conduct analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of geologic, hydrogeologic, and analytical data obtained during field investigations.
Evaluate remedial performance and direct appropriate O&M and system optimization activities.
Prepare a variety of technical reports: remedial alternative evaluations, feasibility studies, pilot test work plans, remedial design, contractor specifications & bid documents, remedial performance evaluation, pre-design investigation, etc.
Prepare and deliver presentations to clients, stakeholders, and regulators that explain research, findings, and recommendations to prevent, control, restore, clean-up, and address environmental issues.
Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner.
Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting.
Prepare and implement site-specific Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPs) and Health and Safety Plans (HASPs).
Remain current in latest environmental engineering techniques and emerging contaminants of concern.
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline.
7 to 10 years of relevant post education experience in environmental site investigation and remediation.
Professional Engineer license in North Carolina (with ability to add other States as needed).
Project management experience with small, mid-level, and large projects including tracking hours and expenses for project work.
Successful candidate will be required to complete the in-house Project Management training program and become certified as a Project Manager within one year of employment.
Proficient knowledge of engineering principles, practices, and methods and their application to environmental and project work-related issues.
Well-defined specific knowledge of relevant environmental laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements under TRRP, RCRA and CERCLA.
Working knowledge with the concepts of reducing and eliminating the use or generation of hazardous substances, processes, or products, and mitigation programs.
Ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations.
Ability to plan and conduct inspections and investigations on various aspects of the construction and design of facilities or structures, applying applicable regulations and policies.
Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a scientific and non-scientific audience.
Demonstrated high-level of self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
Able to work as part of a team with diverse backgrounds and skills.
Works independently and provides guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
Highly proficient with technical writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools.
Well-developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, and identify the most cost-effective responses that will minimize waste, prevent pollution, and conserve resources.
Effective at coordinating and assertively directing others in the field such as subcontracted drillers, excavation contractors, utility locators, and others to consistently complete tasks safely and efficiently.
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Environmental or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline.
Experience with vapor intrusion mitigation design and post-construction reporting.
Experience with standard mapping software, ArcGIS software.
Experience with standard modeling software, MODFLOW.
40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120).
Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training.
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