Senior Environmental Compliance Specialist​/Environmental Scientist

Senior Environmental Compliance Specialist / Environmental Scientist

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior Environmental Compliance Specialist / Environmental Scientist for our New York City, NY and other offices throughout our Northeast Region. Be involved in projects with our Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

• Conduct field assignments such as performing environmental compliance audits, Phase I 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.
• Manage projects according to client‑approved scopes of work, delivering 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 with evaluating/maintaining environmental regulatory compliance in industrial settings.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Job assignments may involve work on waste disposal sites and sites requiring cleanup of hazardous materials. Participation in an OSHA‑mandated medical surveillance program will be required, and safety training will be provided before being assigned to work on these sites.
• Applicants must be able to work in locations that feature rough terrain and enter and work within facilities that include limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of industrial facilities.
• This role is subject to a client‑mandated drug/alcohol testing policy. Employees may be subject to random drug/alcohol tests. A copy of this policy will be provided during employee onboarding and is available upon applicant request.
• Travel up to 50% of the time. Must be willing to make trips on short notice, including to local sites, and travel via air or land. Overnight travel is required.
• Self‑sufficient, self‑motivated, and ability to work under pressure of deadlines is essential.
• Interest and proficiency in investigative work, with high attention to detail, is critical to this position.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of relevant environmental laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record‑keeping requirements.
• Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a scientific and non‑scientific audience.
• Effective self‑leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work…