Job Description
About the Role
The Site Assessment and Remediation practice at AKRF delivers value on projects of all scopes and sizes, from individual lots and single-use buildings to large-scale mixed-use developments, corporate and institutional campuses, renewable energy facilities, and infrastructure improvements. We are seeking a mid-level environmental scientist/geologist/engineer to support our growing Site Assessment and Remediation practice in delivering healthier, safer, and more sustainable sites to our deep roster of clients. This position will be based out of our New York City Office.
Job Responsibilities: - Phase I Environmental Site Assessments.
- Phase II/Subsurface/Remedial Investigations including soil logging and soil, sediment, groundwater, soil vapor, and indoor/ambient air sampling.
- Remediation oversight and community air monitoring related to brownfield redevelopment. This could include, but is not limited to, soil excavation, in-situ groundwater treatment, petroleum or chemical bulk storage removal, and installation of vapor mitigation and/or mechanical remediation systems.
- Oversight of subcontractors such as drillers, geophysical surveys, excavation companies, and remedial contractors.
- Operations and Maintenance of SSDS, SVE, and other mechanical remediation systems.
- Data interpretation, report preparation and writing (Work Plans, Phase II and Remedial Investigation Reports, Remedial Plans, CEQR/SEQRA/NEPA Environmental Assessments, etc.).
- Remedial design, including SSDS, SVE, and in-situ groundwater treatment.
- Project Management.
- Staff Development, mentoring, training, and participation in AKRF and SAR initiatives.
Essential Requirements:
- Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Environmental, Chemical, or Civil Engineering, Geology, or Environmental Science.
- 3-6 years of experience in the environmental assessment and remediation field. New York State experience is a must; New York City experience is preferred.
- OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER Certification.
- A valid driver's license and being comfortable driving in New York City.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities at once.
- Familiarity with EQuIS, and OSHA 40-hour (30- plus 10-hour) Construction and SST Certification a plus.
This position entails some field-related assignments in the NYC-metro area, which requires local travel. Non-field assignments will be conducted both remotely and in the office.
Compensation Compensation will range from $72k to $90k, and commensurate with experience.
Why Work at AKRF Founded in 1981, AKRF is an award-winning consulting firm with 400 planners, engineers, designers, economists, ecologists, geologists, historians, archaeologists, acousticians, and many other types of professionals guided by the belief that to be original is to be transformative.
Professionals join and remain at AKRF for our corporate-casual environment that values flexible work schedules and locations, and balances award-winning projects with social impact initiatives, charitable giving, and plenty of fun and games. We foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where employees are respected and valued in honor of their identities; we strive to deliver on this promise every day. Our cookie exchanges and ice cream socials are quite the treat.
What We Offer We provide employees with a benefit package that reflects our respect for your workplace contributions, professional goals, and personal priorities. The benefits program at AKRF includes:
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
- Vacation and Sick time
- Flexible work schedules and locations
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
- Additional Voluntary Life Insurance
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Stock Ownership
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Training and professional development courses
- Opportunities for community outreach through internal networks
- Charitable donation match
- Transit/parking program
Work Authorization Disclaimer
Applicants should be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time they apply. Please note that AKRF is not able to sponsor employment visas for this position, now or in the future.
Any offer of employment will be contingent upon verification of authorization to work in the United States, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Equal Opportunity Company AKRF enforces a policy of equal employment opportunity in our daily operations. The firm has a demonstrated history of hiring, training, developing, promoting and retaining minority group members and women. All employment-related decisions are based solely on relevant criteria and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, sexual identity, caregiver status, military/veteran status or citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Full time, Temporary work, For contractors, For subcontractor, Casual work, Work at office, Local area, Remote work, Visa sponsorship, Work visa, Flexible hours