Senior Environmental Consultant

Verdantas is hiring a Senior Environmental Consultant in Norton, MA, to manage environmental site assessment and remediation projects. The role involves client relationship management, project strategy development, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 15-20+ years of relevant experience. The position offers a flexible hybrid schedule, indicating some remote work options, but is primarily based in the office.
Department: New England-Environmental Services

Location: Norton, MA

Compensation: $120,000 - $145,000 / year

Description

Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose. At Verdantas, we are pioneers in delivering a comprehensive suite of environmental consulting, sustainable engineering, cutting-edge modeling, and digital technology services. Specializing in thriving markets with strong growth trends, we play a pivotal role in shaping sustainable project outcomes across diverse sectors such as power, renewable energy, water resources, government land use, and transportation infrastructure.

Our dynamic team, comprised of environmental scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, collaborate closely with clients, harnessing state-of-the-art technology to provide highly accurate datasets and models that tackle intricate environmental and infrastructure challenges. We pride ourselves on going beyond conventional problem-solving; we function as strategic partners, actively assisting clients in realizing their infrastructure and sustainability goals.

Verdantas stands at the forefront with a robust team of over 1,600 professionals, including top-tier scientists, engineers, and technical experts strategically positioned throughout the U.S. Our commitment to excellence is grounded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. As a reliable partner, Verdantas offers integrated solutions and forward-thinking strategies in environmental consulting, engineering, and digital technology services.

Join us on this journey where your skills and passion align with our mission to create a sustainable future through groundbreaking solutions. At Verdantas, your career transcends traditional boundaries, and your impact extends far beyond the workplace. Discover a workplace where your talents thrive, and your contributions make a lasting difference.

Verdantas is hiring a Sr. Environmental Consultant to support our Manchester, NH office with a flexible hybrid schedule.

Responsibilities:
• Manage diverse projects, involving multidisciplinary technical teams, to deliver high quality work on environmental site assessment and remediation projects throughout New Hampshire, the Northeast, and beyond
• Maintain and develop client relationships and assist with selling and cross-selling efforts
• Routinely interact with regulatory agencies and attend meetings with clients, municipal officials, and contractors
• Lead in the development of strategy, scope of work, evaluation of risk, and budget for projects
• Actively assist project managers with maintaining and managing project performance metrics
• Maintain overall project quality consistent with company and professional standards
• Prepare, provide technical input, and/or review reports
• Solve problems creatively and effectively and make informed decisions
• Communicate effectively and proactively with management, peers, and clients
• Mentor and provide technical leadership to aspiring project managers and junior staff

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Engineering, or other related technical discipline
• 15-20+ years of experience in site investigation (petroleum, hazardous waste, and PFAS) and remediation, conceptual model development, and transactional due diligence support
• Professional Licensure (Professional Geologist or Professional Engineer) in New Hampshire or willingness to obtain it within 6 months of hire, required
• Strong knowledge of NHDES Administrative Rules, including but not limited to: Env-Or 600 Contaminated Sites Management, Env-Or 700 Groundwater Release Detection Permits, Env-Or 800 Brownfields Program, and Env-Sw 900 Management of Certain Wastes
• Understanding of NHDES Petroleum Reimbursement Fund processes
• Understanding of state and Federal environmental regulatory frameworks in the Northeast
• Demonstrated leadership
• Experience and willingness to serve as a strong mentor to staff
• Excellent attention to detail and excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and judgment skills
• Must possess a valid driver's license

Benefits:
• Flexible Work Environment
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off + Holidays

Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.

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