Project Environmental Engineer

General Responsibilities

Manage environmental projects, prepare scopes of work, budgets, and schedules, conduct environmental field work, site investigations, assessments and surveys related to environmental compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Manage and participate in a variety of regulatory compliance projects regulated under the CWA, RCRA, EPCRA, CAA, and other environmental statutes. Participate in stormwater monitoring, field inspections, and special studies focused on water resources (water, wastewater, and stormwater quality), with expertise in NPDES/TPDES programs.

Conduct research and prepare applicable permit applications and technical documents including proposals, reports, SPCC plans, Industrial Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWP3s), Construction SWP3s, and Tier II reports. Assist with pollutant load calculations and basic statistical analysis of laboratory data, waste characterization and classification. Projects include participation in field work, development of reports and plans, coordination with senior management and clients, and managing multiple priorities.

Some travel required.

• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Perform field work and prepare documentation based on results of site observations and assessments.
• Responsible for interpreting applicability of environmental rules for SPCC plans, Tier II reporting, Form R TRI reporting, and hazardous waste management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
• Proficient scientific professional who conducts site testing and makes recommendations for systems design on smaller projects of minimal complexity.
• May assist more senior scientists/engineers on large, more complex projects.
• Performs site visits, field observations and field data collection or assignments.
• Implements technical requirements to complete client projects by collecting samples, conducting testing, collecting data and/or documenting site activities.
• Responsible for developing written proposals to clients for approval by senior level professionals.
• Evaluates moderately complex laboratory and field data and assembles written reports.
• Serve as project team member and participate in meetings and communications with project team, senior management, and clients.

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, Civil Engineering or related field and a minimum of 8 years related experience. Master’s degree preferred.
• EIT Certification required and ability to obtain PE registration.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.

Terracon is a 100 percent employee‑owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi‑discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee‑owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.