Senior Consultant

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Full Time NY-Clifton Park, Clifton Park, NY, US

4 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $65,000.00 To $80,000.00 Annually

HRP Associates, Inc. is a nationally recognized environmental consulting firm known for its technical excellence, collaborative culture, and commitment to delivering smart, sustainable solutions. Our Clifton Park office is expanding, and we're looking for an experienced Senior Geologist or Senior Environmental Scientist who's ready to take a leadership role on impactful environmental projects.

If you're energized by complex challenges, motivated to mentor junior staff, and eager to shape the future of environmental consulting, HRP offers the platform to elevate your career.

As a Senior Geologist or Senior Environmental Scientist at HRP, you'll lead multidisciplinary projects, guide technical strategy, and serve as a trusted advisor to clients. You'll manage environmental investigations, oversee field programs, and contribute to the development of innovative, practical solutions. This role blends technical expertise, project management, and team leadership - ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic consulting environment.

• Lead and manage environmental and geological projects from scoping through completion
• Oversee field programs including drilling, sampling, remediation, and site characterization
• Develop work plans, scopes, budgets, and schedules
• Analyze and interpret environmental and geologic data to support project decisions
• Prepare and review technical reports, proposals, and regulatory submittals
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, regulators, and project partners
• Mentor and train junior scientists and geologists
• Support business development through proposal writing, client outreach , and strategic planning
• Ensure compliance with HRP’s health and safety standards across all project activities

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Earth Science, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
• 5+ years of relevant environmental consulting or geological experience
• Strong technical background in site investigation, remediation, hydrogeology, or environmental compliance
• Proven project management experience, including budgeting and client communication
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  
  Ability to lead teams and mentor junior staff
• Familiarity with state and federal environmental regulations
• Willingness to travel for field assignments, with possible overnights of up to a week at a time
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to physically lift up to 40 pounds
• Professional licensure (PG, LSRP, PE, or similar) is a plus
• Geologist-in-Training (GIT) certification or ability to obtain within one year

• A collaborative, people-first culture that values expertise and initiative
• Opportunities to lead high-impact, technically challenging projects
• Strong support for professional development and licensure
• A growing office where your leadership will directly shape team success
• A company that encourages innovation, autonomy, and continuous learning

The vision of HRP Associates, Inc., is reliant on the expertise of our dedicated professionals who provide excellent consultation to our loyal clientele. We lead the industry in our commitment to employee growth and satisfaction in a positive, gratifying, and challenging workplace environment. We offer professional development opportunities, competitive salaries, and an excellent benefits package to qualified employees.

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