Junior Environmental Consultant

• Department:
  Environmental Health & Safety Consulting

Are you looking to join an organization that is growing and dynamic? What about a high-energy, collaborative environment that rewards hard work?

J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets.

The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations.

We are seeking a motivated Junior Environmental Consultant to join our New Jersey environmental team. The successful candidate will support environmental site assessment, investigation, and remediation projects for commercial, industrial, and transactional clients throughout New Jersey. This role is ideal for an early-career professional with approximately 1 year of experience who is looking to develop technical expertise in NJDEP site remediation requirements, ASTM Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, and environmental transaction support.

The successful candidate will work closely with Project Managers, senior consultants, and Licensed Site Remediation Professionals (LSRPs), gaining hands‑on experience in project execution, field investigations, regulatory reporting, and client support.

Job Responsibilites

• Assist with environmental site assessment projects for commercial, industrial, and real estate transactions in accordance with NJ regulations and ASTM standards.
• Support environmental site investigation and remediation projects in accordance with NJDEP regulations, Technical Requirements for Site Remediation, and guidance documents.
• Assist with planning and conducting field activities, including soil, groundwater, and vapor intrusion investigations.
• Collect, organise, and review environmental data under the guidance of senior staff.
• Prepare technical reports and regulatory submissions, including Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, Preliminary Assessment Reports (PARs), Site Investigation Reports (SIRs), and permit applications.
• Coordinate with laboratories, subcontractors, drilling contractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Support Project Managers and LSRPs with project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and client communications.
• Participate in client meetings and regulatory discussions as needed.
• Assist with proposal preparation and other business development activities.
• Maintain accurate project records and ensure work is completed to company quality standards.
• Adhere to company health and safety policies and environmental regulations.

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering, Biology, or a related scientific discipline.
• Approximately 1 year of experience in environmental consulting, environmental compliance, site investigation, remediation, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of environmental sampling methods and environmental regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to perform fieldwork and travel throughout New Jersey as required.
• Valid driver's licence with a satisfactory driving record.

Preferred

• Internship or consulting experience related to environmental assessments, investigation, or remediation.
• Familiarity with NJDEP regulations and ASTM standards.
• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification (or…