Environmental Project Director - Phase I Environmental Professional

CREtelligent is hiring a Phase I Environmental Professional for their Akron, OH office on a hybrid schedule. The role involves conducting Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, evaluating environmental risks, and preparing reports. Candidates should have a degree in Geology, Environmental Science, or a related field, along with 3-5 years of relevant experience. The position allows for remote work with occasional office collaboration and field visits.
Who We're Looking For




CREtelligent is seeking a Phase I Environmental Professional to join our Akron, Ohio office on a hybrid schedule. In this role, you will be responsible for completing Phase I Environmental Site Assessments from start to finish, evaluating environmental risk, interpreting historical and regulatory information, and preparing high-quality reports that help our clients make informed real estate and lending decisions.




This position is ideal for an environmental professional who enjoys technical analysis, critical thinking, and report preparation, while minimizing travel. Most work is office-based, with only occasional field work when needed to support the team. Our hybrid schedule provides the flexibility to work from home while maintaining strong collaboration with colleagues in the office.




You'll work with RADIUS, our proprietary technology platform, and a nationwide network of environmental professionals to deliver environmental due diligence services for lenders, investors, attorneys, and commercial real estate clients across the country. Experience with Property Condition Assessments (PCAs) is a plus but not required.




If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your technical expertise while working with an experienced and supportive team, we'd love to hear from you!



How You'll Make an Impact



Complete Phase I Environmental Site Assessments in accordance with ASTM E1527-21 and applicable client requirements.
Evaluate historical records, regulatory databases, site observations, interviews, and other due diligence information to identify environmental conditions and assess risk.
Prepare clear, accurate, and defensible Phase I ESA reports that meet technical, quality, deadline, and budget expectations.
Communicate technical findings effectively with contractors and internal team members.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while consistently meeting client deadlines.
Assist with occasional site visits or field work as necessary to support project delivery.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, technical guidance, and best practices within the environmental services team.




Qualifications



Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience).
3-5 years of experience completing Phase I Environmental Site Assessments.
Working knowledge of ASTM E1527-21 and the All Appropriate Inquiries (AAI) Rule.
Experience preparing lender-compliant Phase I ESAs; familiarity with Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, SBA, and HUD requirements is preferred.
Strong understanding of environmental regulations and common environmental issues encountered during commercial real estate due diligence.
Excellent technical writing, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
Experience interpreting historical records, regulatory information, and environmental data.
Experience with Quire, Parcel, or similar environmental reporting platforms is a plus.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Professional Geologist (PG), Professional Engineer (PE), or Environmental Professional (EP) qualifications under ASTM are a plus.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced consulting environment while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.




Benefits




At CREtelligent, we believe that working hard and working fast doesn't have to come at the expense of a healthy work-life balance. One of the greatest benefits of working at CREtelligent is that you will find yourself surrounded by incredible and intelligent people with a shared mission. On top of it all, we deliver the benefits you'd expect and beyond including:



Health and Wellness




What's important to you and your family is important to us.



We offer comprehensive extended health care coverage - medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, medical transportation plan, critical illness insurance, pet insurance, and more.
We offer 401k and Roth Retirement Plans with employer contribution - when we profit you do too!
Wellness, wellness, wellness is a major mantra - Be the best version of YOU and we will pay you to take care of your health - You are OUR priority.


Flexible Time Off



Take time as you need it, your position is part of our professional paid time off plan with no tracking and no accruals, very simply put - work hard play hard.


Compensation



Compensation: $50,000 - $75,000 annually. We conduct annual performance and salary reviews to continue to increase your compensation level as you grow and perform in the role.


Fun



Whether you're in the office or working remotely, we'll do our best to help you feel like you're right in an office with us. First, we'll power you up with your CREtelligent logo wear, then you'll join right in with our team events, unique traditions, monthly birthday celebrations, Lunch and Learns, and a relaxed team-oriented environment. Show up and be your wonderful self.


Flexibility



Having the ability to adjust your work schedule to meet both the needs of your team and those of your personal life is just as important to us as it is to you. This means some days you'll be in the office, and some days you'll be out in the field; however, we get you have a family and life where you'll need some flexibility, and you'll have that with us. In short, we hire you as a professional and we'll treat you like one.


Family



We believe in supporting strong family units from day one this starts with supporting parents with paid maternity and paternity leave. As the primary caregiver to a newborn, we provide 12 weeks paid leave + another 4 weeks of part-time paid transition time to support your return. As the supporting caregiver, we provide 6 weeks of paid leave. As part of the CREtelligent team, your health and happiness are directly connected to that of your family. We get this and make it a priority.


Community Outreach - Volunteer Time Off



We provide all full-time employees with a half day of paid volunteer time annually - volunteering and supporting our local communities is that important that we put our money with our mouth to support you in making a difference.


Office Fuel



We're an environment that cares about your well-being - when you're in an office, we provide healthy (and fun) snacks, drinks, coffee and a doughnut or two to sweeten things up.


Communication and Professional Development



To stay connected we hold monthly all team huddles and quarterly all hands meetings to celebrate milestones, share updates, and welcome new hires.
Our managers hold regular employee one on one sessions to support your goal achievement and personal development. Frequent opportunities for professional development are provided, be it lunch and learns, webinars or out of the office events.
We are a growing firm with a national footprint ready to support your career advancement. Your professional development and career progression is important to us - when you learn and grow, so do we!