Senior Project Engineer

Introduction

Loureiro Engineering Associates is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join our Environmental team, ideally based in our Plainville, CT office. However, we are open to qualified candidates located in Massachusetts or Rhode Island who are willing to travel to project sites as needed. This role will lead the technical and construction oversight of environmental remediation projects, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, compliant, and effective solutions.

At Loureiro, you won’t just work for the company - you’ll own a part of it. As a 100% employee-owned company, our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) gives you a company-funded ownership stake that grows over time, so when we succeed, you share in the rewards.

Health & Wellness Benefits:

• Comprehensive group medical plan
• Dental insurance
• Prescription drug coverage
• Accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) coverage
• Long/short term disability insurance
• Health and dependent care flexible spending account
• Onsite Fitness Center

Financial Benefits:

• 401k Plan
• Group term life insurance
• Supplemental life insurance
• HSA employer funding
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Work/Life Balance:

• Paid time off
• Workplace flexibility
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional Registration
• Employee Assistance program

Responsibilities

• Provide technical supervision for the construction phase of environmental remediation projects. Construction management tasks include bid preparation, remedial system design, reviewing shop drawings/specifications/product data, creating and maintaining schedules, developing Health & Safety work plans, and communicating construction activities to all levels of the multi-discipline installation team.
• Perform field oversight of contractors for performance, quality, schedule, safety, and technical effectiveness.
• Evaluate remedial technologies for site-specific application, conduct pilot studies, and develop designs for site-specific implementation.
• Prepare for and execute field work, including air, soil, sediment, and groundwater sampling; remedial construction management or oversight; installing, developing, and sampling monitoring wells; logging soil borings and collecting soil samples; drum and waste sampling; and completing chain-of-custody forms.
• Conduct environmental field studies and surveys; work as part of a field team to conduct investigation and/or oversight projects.
• Provide technical support as part of a project team performing preliminary assessments, site investigations, remedial investigations/actions, site surveys, and feasibility studies, in support of client solutions under CERCLA, RCRA, and other environmental compliance regulations.
• Perform office tasks including organizing project data (e.g., entering data into existing databases), data analysis, compiling field data for project archives and reporting, authoring portions of or complete reports, supporting report preparation for clients, and managing and maintaining project files.
• Write and support the writing of technical documents including field oversight reports, field documentation, health and safety plans, quality assurance project plans, field sampling plans, data management plans, remedial investigation reports, and feasibility studies.

Requirements

• A self-driven, hands-on engineer who thrives in both the field and office.
• Someone who understands environmental systems, regulatory frameworks, and the importance of quality and compliance.
• A clear communicator with strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Technically effective and detail-oriented, with a passion for environmental problem-solving.
• A collaborative team member who takes ownership of projects and outcomes.
• Open to travel as needed for short-term field assignments.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline).
• 5-10 years of experience in environmental consulting or remediation.
• Professional Engineering license preferred.
• Experience with remedial system design, construction management, and contractor oversight.
• Strong technical writing, data analysis, and reporting skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with tools like EQuIS, GIS, or EnviroInsite is a plus.
• Knowledge of CT Remediation Standard Regulations (RSRs) and ASTM site assessment protocols is a plus.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training preferred (or willingness to obtain).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a variety of outdoor field conditions and terrain.
• Prolonged periods of sitting and computer work.
• Ability to lift and move up to 15 lbs.
• Use of standard field and office equipment.
• Adherence to safety protocols and PPE use in field environments.

Why Loureiro?

• Employee Ownership, Real Impact: Through our ESOP, you gain a meaningful financial stake in the company’s success.
• Diverse Expertise: Collaborate with professionals across environmental, engineering, construction, and EH&S fields.
• Opportunity to Advance: We offer hands-on learning, mentoring, and clear paths for growth.
• People-First Culture: Join a respectful, team-oriented environment where your ideas matter.
• And of Course Exceptional Benefits: From comprehensive health coverage to retirement planning and work-life flexibility, our benefits support you in and out of the office.

We are committed to delivering high-quality, practical solutions that make a lasting impact—and we take pride in fostering an empowering and supportive workplace. If you’re ready to take ownership of meaningful projects and grow your career in a values-driven company, we’d love to hear from you.

Loureiro Engineering Associates, Inc. is an employee-owned (ESOP), full-service, multi-disciplinary consulting firm with operations in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, North Carolina, and Missouri. Our areas of expertise include engineering, construction, environmental health & safety, energy, and waste management services.