Senior Lead Consultant, Engineering

Company DescriptionRamboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company, founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll in the Americas has thousands of experts working across more than 70 offices. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Environment & Health, Water, Energy, and Planning & Urban Design.Job DescriptionHybrid-based position in our Blue Bell, PA or Princeton, NJ office. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. No sponsorship is available for this position.Are you eager to develop your excellence in an inclusive, collaborative, and empowering community? Are you excited about joining a company that strives to make a difference – for its employees, clients, and society? Are you motivated by creating sustainable change that benefits society and nature?If this sounds like you, or you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Environment & Health team and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.Your new roleWe invite you to bring your Environmental Engineering experience into play as you provide technical and project leadership for environmental investigation and remediation projects in the New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York Metropolitan areas. In this position, the selected candidate will lead and support multidisciplinary teams working closely with Professional Engineers (PEs), Professional Geologists (PGs), Licensed Site Remediation Professionals (LSRPs) and other technical specialists.As a senior member of the team, you will apply your technical expertise and professional judgment to guide site investigation and remediation strategies, oversee field programs and data evaluation, prepare and review technical deliverables, and support regulatory and client communications. You will also provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and mid-level staff while helping ensure projects are completed efficiently, safely, and in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements.The position provides opportunities to work on a diverse range of projects involving, geologic and environmental investigations, conceptual site model development, remedial strategy and design, data evaluation and modelling, regulatory compliance and technical reporting.Your key responsibilities will be: Lead/oversee engineering tasks for key projects/programs, including Remedial Investigations, Feasibility Studies, Remedial Designs/Actions, and post-remediation OM&M; preferred candidate will have experience with planning and overseeing Pre-Design Investigations/remediation (excavation, system installation, injections).Provide engineering support for contaminated soil, sediment, surface water, and groundwater remediation, including excavation, capping, containment, in-situ/ex-situ treatment, and subsurface vapor mitigation.Oversee/review field and project documentation and track scope, schedule, and budget; independently develop scopes of work, cost estimates, project setup, invoicing, and closeout.Serve as a key technical client/stakeholder contact; communicate findings, recommendations, project status, and emerging issues; participate in client meetings and collaborate with LSRPs/technical leads to develop practical solutions.Coordinate development and finalization of technical/regulatory documents (reports, work plans, remedial designs/specifications, construction completion reports, permits) pursuant to regulatory requirements (NJ ARRCS); mentor Early-Career/Mid-Level Engineers and support development of team capabilities and technical best practices.QualificationsAbout youBachelor's or Master's degree in Civil, Environmental, Geoenvironmental or Chemical Engineering and 7+ years of relevant experiencePossession, eligibility or demonstrated progress toward obtaining Professional Engineer and/or LSRP licenseDeveloping PM, technical and client relationship building capabilitiesStrong working knowledge of NJDEP regulations including ISRA, TRSR and ARRCS, and technical guidance. Familiarity with other local, State (e.g., PADEP, NYSDEC) and federal (USEPA) agencies/regulations a plusExperience with conventional and innovative remediation technologies, as well as developing and implementing Pre-Design Investigations and Remedial Design documents (regulatory and technical/contractual)Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including experience using these tools for technical reporting, data evaluation, project management, and client presentations40-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification and up to date 8-hour refresher; OSHA supervisor certification a plusPersonal qualities that will help you succeed in this role include:Ability to travel to work locations, typically in PA, NJ, and NY. Occasional overnight travel may be required; however, the position is primarily office-basedAbility to independently manage and prioritize multiple projects with competing deadlines, while maintaining project quality, schedule, and budget expectationsExcellent verbal and written communication skills, demonstrated ability to clearly communicate technical information to clients, regulators, project teams, and other stakeholdersStrong interpersonal and leadership skills, with a demonstrated client focus and ability to build effective working relationships, collaborate across multidisciplinary teams, and mentor and support junior staff.Additional InformationWhat we can offer youInvestment in your developmentBeing valued for the unique person you areNever being short of inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projectsThe long-term thinking of a foundation-owned companySalary Transparency StatementAt Ramboll, we are committed to fair and transparent compensation practices that support our people and our purpose of creating sustainable societies. The anticipated base salary range for this position is $96,677–$120,846 per year. This range reflects the compensation we reasonably expect to offer at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and internal equity. Because we operate across multiple U.S. markets, pay may differ depending on the cost of labor in specific locations. In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for bonus, overtime or other forms of compensation and we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports well-being, professional development, and work-life balance. Our recruiters are happy to share more about the specific salary range and total rewards package applicable to your location during the hiring process.Ready to join us?Please submit your application with your up-to-date CV. We invite diversity in all its forms and encourage applicants from all groups to apply.Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.Work at the heart of sustainable change with Ramboll in the AmericasRamboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company, founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll in the Americas has thousands of experts working across more than 70 offices. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Environment & Health, Water, Energy, and Planning & Urban Design.Where People FlourishOur mission is to create sustainable societies where people and nature flourish. This means that a culture of inclusion is embedded in everything we do. Our people bring diverse backgrounds and experiences to the company, enabling us to deliver innovative and forward-thinking solutions to our clients. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We are committed to equal employment opportunity, regardless of age, disability or medical condition, gender identity, marriage and domestic partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, ancestry, or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation, military service and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Ramboll wants to ensure opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. So, please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io with such requests.SummaryType: Full-timeFunction: ConsultingExperience level: AssociateIndustry: Civil Engineering