Senior Environmental Compliance Specialist​/Environmental Scientist

Senior Environmental Compliance Specialist / Environmental Scientist

Location:

New York City, NY and other offices throughout our Northeast Region.

WSP is seeking an experienced professional to join our Earth & Environment Team to conduct environmental compliance audits, perform Phase 1 environmental site assessments, and support industrial clients.

• Conduct field assignments, such as performing environmental compliance audits, Phase 1 environmental site assessments, and environmental inspections.
• Provide environmental compliance program support for industrial clients, including developing procedures and permits, preparing and submitting periodic regulatory reports, and delivering environmental training programs.
• Develop ISO
  14001 environmental management system (EMS) program support for industrial clients, including program development and auditing.
• Prepare written and verbal technical reports, including documentation of audits and field investigations, regulatory research, evaluation of findings, data management and interpretation, and development of graphical and tabular presentation of data.
• Diligently manage projects according to client‑approved scopes of work, and deliver high‑quality reports on time and within budget.
• Assist in managing and developing client relationships.
• Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site‑specific procedures, including sample collection, laboratory documentation, written procedures, monitoring systems, and logbooks.
• Work with cross‑functional teams in executing project work.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Environmental Policy, Engineering, Earth Science or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience and working knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
• 5+ years of experience and working knowledge of ISO 14001 EMS guidance.
• Must be able to pass a HAZWOPER physical and be medically able to wear a tight‑fitting respirator.
• Experience evaluating and maintaining environmental regulatory compliance in industrial settings.
• Valid US driver’s license.
• Experience with waste disposal sites and hazardous material cleanup sites, including OSHA‑mandated medical surveillance.
• Ability to work in locations featuring rough terrain and limited accessibility in industrial facilities.
• Subject to a client‑mandated drug/alcohol testing policy.
• Travel up to 50% of the time, including overnight travel.
• Self‑sufficient, self‑motivated, and able to work under pressure of deadlines.
• Strong investigative skills with high attention to detail.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills; knowledge of environmental laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record‑keeping requirements.
• Capability to interact professionally with scientific and non‑scientific audiences.
• Effective self‑leadership, results orientation, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, and comply with company policies.
• Moderate proficiency with business writing, office automation, and communication software.
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, and identify effective methods to accomplish project objectives.
• Track record of upholding workplace safety and abiding by WSP’s health, safety, and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules that may extend beyond the typical workweek.

• Master’s Degree.
• Relevant environmental certifications (e.g., Certified Professional Environmental Auditor, Environmental Professional, Certified Hazardous Material Manager).
• Experience conducting Phase I environmental site assessments following ASTM International Standard E 1527‑13.
• Experience conducting environmental due diligence assessments of…