Senior Environmental Scientist New York State

Azar Design Co is seeking a qualified Senior Environmental Scientist with 10+years of relevant experience to work on a diverse portfolio of public and private projects, including transportation, parks and greenspace, university campuses, and stormwater & utility infrastructure. In this role, the successful candidate will provide project coordination including working with more junior staff, perform environmental resource field assessments/studies, perform desktop research on available websites and other resources, prepare permitting reporting documentation and prepare reports on projects throughout New York State. Key Responsibilities Work with more junior staff to complete assignments, and serve as a mentor to junior staff Coordinate work with other disciplines and other consultants Coordinate and perform environmental resource field assessments and studies including: wetlands, streams, invasive species, and threatened/endangered species. Complete environmental requirements of both SEQR and NEPA Apply standard field practices and techniques using basic field equipment to collect samples of soil, soil vapor, groundwater, surface water, sediment; prepare samples for shipping, and complete chain-of-custody or similar paperwork. Use GPS equipment to gather field data, interpret data in the office, conduct QA/QC review of data and identify data gaps. Coordinate preparation of GIS or CAD figures from the data acquisition phase. Prepare technical reports, analytical data tables, and collaborate on GIS mapping for project documentation. Serve as Site Safety Officer, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and training requirements. Conduct compliant asbestos building inspections, quantifications, draft reporting, and project air monitoring. Conduct compliant materials inspections for lead paint, PCB-caulk, mold, and universal waste. Coordinate with regulatory agencies and support abatement-phase construction administration. Assist in developing asbestos abatement designs, specs, and renovation/demolition project documents. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources, Wetlands, Soils, or a related earth science field + 10 years of experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education. High degree of self-motivation and ability to work independently with limited supervision, as well as collaboratively in a team environment. Excellent technical writing skills and ability to prepare environmental reports and permit applications. Professional demeanor in written and verbal communications with clients, regulatory officials, and fellow employees. Work experience in environmental consulting, with technical expertise in an environmental discipline such as aquatics, vegetation, wildlife, soils, or permitting. Experience with assessments and reporting for NYS Department of Transportation, Army Corps of Engineering and NYSDEC projects Preferred experience would include ecological field investigations, NYSDEC stormwater inspection training, and preparation of associated reports Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs Must be trained in wetland and stream delineation 40 hour HAZWOPER training and/or annual 8 hour refresher class. Current 4-hour Erosion and Sediment Control inspector certification is a plus. Ability to work in outdoor environments in a range of weather conditions. Ability to travel as needed for project work. Salary Range $70,000 to $90,000 depending on experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr AZAR DESIGN CO