Job Description

Job Title: Senior Environmental Engineer

Location: Lebanon, NJ (On-site)
Company: Environmental Consulting & Engineering Firm
Employment Type: Full-time

The salary range is 120 140K based on experience.

The multidisciplinary team provides expert environmental solutions nationwide, specializing in:

• Air quality management

• Water and waste management

• Environmental compliance

• Energy efficiency and greenhouse gas management

• Storage tank management

• Natural resources and geotechnical engineering

The Senior Environmental Engineer will oversee engineering operations, lead complex projects, and support company-wide environmental initiatives. Reporting directly to senior leadership, this role combines technical execution, project management, and team leadership.

• Lead engineering services involving civil, environmental, and industrial wastewater systems .

• Conduct design analysis, prepare cost estimates, and develop design packages (drawings, specifications, and construction documents).

• Oversee construction administration and fieldwork to ensure compliance and quality standards.

• Manage state and federal environmental permitting - including NJDEP, PADEP, and regulatory agencies for wastewater discharge, soil erosion, sediment control, and site planning.

• Demonstrate expertise with federal environmental and safety regulations , including RCRA, CERCLA, CWA, OSHA, and TSCA.

• Direct concurrent environmental projects and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.

• Review and approve project deliverables, ensuring accuracy, quality, and timeliness.

• Develop feasibility studies and remedial design cost estimates for Superfund, brownfield, and contaminated site remediation projects .

• Prepare engineering reports, drawings, and operation/maintenance plans.

• Maintain project budgets and schedules to ensure financial and operational goals are met.

• Supervise and mentor project engineers, field staff, and technical teams.

• Oversee staff development, training, and performance evaluation.

• Partner with marketing and business development leaders to support local growth strategies .

• Represent the firm at client meetings, industry events, and regulatory discussions .

• Ensure adherence to company standards for quality control, utilization, and client satisfaction.

• Maintain regular communication with clients and internal offices to ensure smooth project delivery.

• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental, Civil, or Chemical Engineering (Master's preferred).

• 15+ years of progressive environmental engineering experience.

• 6+ years in leadership or management roles within environmental consulting or engineering.

• New Jersey Professional Engineer (PE) License required.

• Experience in landfill design, wastewater treatment, and groundwater remediation.

• Proficiency in cost estimation, proposals, and project budgeting.

• Knowledge of OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER requirements and certifications.

• Ability to travel throughout PA, NJ, and NY for field assignments and client meetings.

• Strong project management and client relationship abilities.

• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Project) ; experience with GIS, MicroStation, or AutoCAD a plus.

• Excellent technical writing and presentation capabilities.

• Strong problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to evolving project needs.

• On-site role based in Lebanon, NJ.

• Combination of office and field work at various project sites.

• Moderate travel required (primarily PA, NJ, NY regions).

This is a senior-level leadership opportunity for a licensed Professional Engineer seeking to apply technical expertise, team leadership, and environmental compliance knowledge in a growing and respected consulting firm. The role offers stability, career growth, and the chance to make a measurable impact on environmental engineering projects across the Mid-Atlantic region.

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