Environmental Project Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Environmental Project Specialist Job Description

We are seeking an Environmental Project Specialist to support work on the Space Coast of Florida. The primary focus of this role is to understand and effectively meet the client's technical needs concerning materials, equipment, and resources.

• Attend site walks to prepare reports for bidding opportunities.
• Assist in preparing cost estimates for internal stakeholders.
• Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) on complex projects.
• Provide technical advice and coordination to project managers, project leads, and other stakeholders regarding project specifics.
• Identify and support scope of work changes for the Project Manager and Project Lead.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices through continued professional development.
• Communicate customer issues to stakeholders to devise ways of improving the customer experience, including resolving problems and concerns.
• Respond to after-hours emergency response calls as required.
• Model a positive attitude, contribution, and teamwork in all situations.
• Consistently support the company vision, mission, and program rollouts to drive desired results.
• Uphold the ethics and values of the company.
• May serve as a Job Site Manager (JSM) or Project Lead (PL).

• Supervisory skills
• Project administration
• Job site management
• Environmental field services
• Report writing
• Hazardous waste and material management
• Soil sampling
• Project coordination
• Subcontractor management

• Bachelor’s Degree, Associate’s Degree, or Technical Certification with 3 years of experience in environmental or remediation projects preferred.
• Experience with field services in another industry will be considered.
• Strong interpersonal skills for negotiation and problem-solving.
• Aptitude for construction and mechanical assembly.
• General working knowledge of tools, excavation, and remediation equipment.
• Excellent judgment and discretion.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and manage work-related obligations.
• Enthusiastic attitude to motivate and inspire the team.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in all situations.
• Professional communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and productively with little supervision.
• Problem-solving and corrective action implementation.
• Team player with a 'can do' attitude.
• Ability to establish and maintain a professional atmosphere for colleagues and clients.
• Working knowledge of computer applications.
• Detail oriented, skilled in leadership, critical thinking, and problem solving.

The work environment is split between office and site work. This role involves working with diverse clients and projects, offering opportunities for professional growth and development. The company provides a supportive and fun family-oriented culture, emphasizing recognition for performance and community involvement. Employees benefit from health, dental, and vision insurance, a company truck for most positions, a 401k with company match, and a generous PTO policy. Employees are encouraged to further their education and professional development through company-sponsored programs. The company has been in business for 35 years and operates an environmental drone reconnaissance division.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Lauderdale, FL.

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $33.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Fort Lauderdale,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 17, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification oradjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,please email View email address on ziprecruiter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in thecity and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicantswith arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as acondition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this lawshall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applicationsand qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, youacknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.