Larson Design Group

Senior Environmental Specialist

Larson Design Group • $75K — $95K *
Pittsburgh, PA 15237In-Person
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
2 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Biology, or related field; Bachelor’s preferred.
  • Minimum of 7 years of job-related experience.
  • Knowledge in Wetland Delineation, Threatened and Endangered Species, Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessments, Infiltration Testing, Hazardous Waste Remediation.
  • Proficient in ArcGIS, AutoCAD and field-testing equipment, including maintenance procedures.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Performs and coordinates field work schedules, including task assignment for staff.
  • Interacts with clients, the public, design teams, and agencies.
  • Tracks time spent on tasks and projects for accurate reporting.
  • Fosters positive relationships among team members.
  • Oversees preparation and submission of environmental reports and permitting documentation.
  • Identifies opportunities for new projects and assists in developing business leads.
  • Provides guidance and training to team members for skill and professional development.

Benefits

  • Professional training and development opportunities.
  • Support for maintaining professional certifications in fields of expertise.
  • Collaboration with a skilled team on challenging environmental projects.
  • Opportunities to lead new business initiatives and client development activities.
Full Job Description
Your Opportunity + Impact

The Senior Environmental Specialist interacts with clients, vendors, and staff to ensure project goals are met. This position works as a member of a team to help identify and solve complex environmental issues. This position helps to ensure the success of clients & projects and closely interacts with clients and fellow team members to ensure total client satisfaction is obtained while meeting financial goals. The Sr. Environmental Specialist applies fundamental principles of environmental sciences to inspection, investigation, and monitoring activities and may oversee technical staff.

Key Responsibilities
  • Performs and/or coordinates field work schedules to include preparing schedules and assigning tasks for staff.
  • Interacts with clients, the public, design teams, and agencies.
  • Closely tracks time spent on tasks and projects to ensure accurate reporting.
  • Works closely with and fosters positive relationships among the team.
  • Oversees preparation and submission of environmental reports and other permitting.
  • Recognizes opportunities for new projects and assists Technical and Project Managers with developing leads into new business.
  • Assists with or performs annual staff performance reviews and career development.
  • Participates in client development activities as directed.
  • Provide guidance, training, and support to team members, helping them develop technical skills and professional growth.
  • Maintains professional certifications in fields of expertise as needed.
  • Demonstrates extensive knowledge and experience of permitting and regulatory requirements relative in OH, PA, NY, or WV. Permits include, Chapter 102, 105, Section 404, Nationwide, and NEPA

Education and Experience
  • Education: Associates or Bachelor's degree in Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Biology, or related field of study; Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Experience: Minimum of seven (7) year's job-related experience.
  • Experience: Knowledge in Wetland Delineation, Threatened and Endangered Species, Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessments, Infiltration Testing, Hazardous Waste Remediation

Preferred Qualifications
  • Demonstrates a strong desire to expand knowledge and take on new responsibilities within the field.
  • Proficient with ArcGIS, Auto CAD and handheld GPS and other field-testing equipment, including maintenance procedures.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook).
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet project deadlines effectively.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a project team.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to interact professionally with clients, vendors, and other external sources.

About Larson Design Group

Larson Design Group is an engineering, architecture, and surveying firm based in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. The firm was founded in 1986 and has since grown to include over 400 employees in 12 offices across the United States. Larson Design Group provides a wide range of services, including civil engineering, environmental engineering, transportation engineering, architecture, and surveying. The firm has worked on numerous high-profile projects, including the construction of the Williamsport Regional Airport and the design of the Susquehanna Riverwalk in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Larson Design Group is committed to providing innovative, sustainable solutions to its clients and has been recognized for its excellence by various organizations, including the American Council of Engineering Companies and the Pennsylvania Society of Professional Engineers.
Learn more about Larson Design Group
Size
400 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
* Ladders Estimates

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