Environmental Engineer

Environmental Engineer (Mid-Level Project Manager)

Job Description

This mid-level Environmental Engineer position focuses on managing and supporting Phase I and Phase II environmental site assessment and remediation projects based out of offices in Milton and Newark, Delaware. The role combines project management, technical environmental engineering and geology work, and field oversight on government-funded remediation and compliance projects, including brownfield and Superfund sites under state and federal programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and assist in managing Phase I and Phase II environmental site assessment and remediation projects across Delaware, serving as a mid-level project manager.

• Manage and direct site evaluations under Delaware HSCA and Brownfields programs, as well as EPA Region III initiatives from pre-remedial assessment through implementation.

• Plan and execute environmental remediation and site assessment activities, ensuring compliance with applicable EPA and state environmental regulations and guidelines.

• Develop strategic project plans using a data quality objectives approach, and prepare focused planning documents that guide field activities and data collection.

• Guide implementation and provide oversight of field work, including environmental media sampling, installation of tooling methods, and coordination of laboratory method selection.

• Support and oversee comprehensive soil and groundwater evaluations, ensuring that sampling, analysis, and interpretation meet project and regulatory requirements.

• Provide data evaluations and statistical analyses to support site-specific risk assessments and inform remediation strategies and regulatory decision-making.

• Develop and oversee geologic and hydrogeologic resource evaluations to characterize subsurface conditions and contaminant behavior at project sites.

• Perform detailed geologic and hydrogeologic reviews, integrating field observations, historical data, and analytical results to support project conclusions and recommendations.

• Collaborate closely with a small, versatile project team to maintain high-quality deliverables, meet project deadlines, and support a culture of teamwork and accountability.

• Communicate project status, findings, and technical recommendations clearly and professionally to internal stakeholders and external partners.

• Ensure that all field and office activities adhere to HAZWOPER training standards, safety protocols, and environmental compliance requirements.

Essential Skills

• 3–5 years of experience in environmental engineering or geology, with direct involvement in environmental site assessment and remediation projects.

• Hands-on experience with Phase I environmental site assessments, including site reconnaissance, records review, and reporting.

• Hands-on experience with Phase II environmental investigations, including soil, groundwater, and other media sampling and analysis.

• Current HAZWOPER training and ability to work safely on contaminated sites and remediation projects.

• Strong experience in environmental remediation, including familiarity with remediation strategies, technologies, and regulatory frameworks.

• Experience conducting environmental site assessments, including Phase I and Phase II work, in compliance with relevant standards and guidelines.

• Knowledge of environmental science principles and their application to contamination, risk assessment, and remediation.

• Knowledge of geology and hydrogeology, including subsurface characterization and groundwater flow and contaminant transport.

• Experience working with brownfield and Superfund sites and understanding of related EPA and state program requirements.

• Understanding of EPA regulations and environmental compliance requirements relevant to site assessment and remediation.

• Ability to plan and oversee field work, including media sampling, tooling installations, and coordination with analytical laboratories.

• Proficiency in evaluating environmental data and applying statistical methods to support site-specific risk assessments.

• Ability to develop and implement geologic and hydrogeologic resource evaluations and perform technical reviews of related data.

• Strong project planning and organizational skills, including experience using a data quality objectives approach to guide project design.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Geology, or a closely related field.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG) certification is preferred.

• Experience working under Delaware HSCA and Brownfields programs, and familiarity with EPA Region III processes, is highly beneficial.

• Experience in hydrogeology and geologic resource evaluation is a strong asset.

• Experience with environmental compliance work and regulatory reporting is desirable.

• Ability to work effectively in a small, close-knit team environment and contribute to a culture that values versatility and collaboration.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills for preparing reports, planning documents, and technical summaries.

• Detail-oriented approach to data collection, analysis, and documentation, with a commitment to quality and accuracy.

• Comfort with balancing office-based analytical work and field-based oversight activities.

• Self-motivated and able to manage multiple projects or tasks concurrently within defined timelines.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newark, DE.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.00 - $58.00/hr.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Newark,DE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 28, 2026.

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