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Environmental Consultant – Senior Level (Hybrid)

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    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Salt Lake City
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AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant bachelor's degree, 10+ years of experience, strong communication and problem-solving skills, project management ability, and a valid driver's license. Preferred: master’s degree, professional certification, HAZWOPER.
  • You will manage projects, develop scopes and budgets, engage with clients and regulators, drive business development, mentor staff, and enhance environmental solutions through collaboration.

Requirements

  • Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in environmental, civil, geological, or chemical engineering; geology or hydrogeology; or related disciplines
  • 10 or more years of relevant work experience
  • Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with project team members, regulators, and clients
  • Strong technical and problem-solving skills
  • Attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness
  • Strong computer skills, including word processing and use of spreadsheets
  • A flexible working style and the ability to work independently and with teams of specialists to meet client and project needs
  • Willingness to travel and periodically adjust personal schedule to meet project needs (including up to 10% travel; project needs will vary seasonally and over time)
  • Demonstrated project management and leadership skills
  • Demonstrated expertise through technical publications and presentations
  • Demonstrated business development acumen and client relationship development skills
  • Possession of a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship from Barr, now or in the future
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master’s degree in engineering, geology, or a related discipline
  • Registered Professional Engineer or Geologist or ability to become registered within one year
  • 40-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) certification

Responsibilities

  • Responsibilities may also include preparing cost estimates and contracting for investigation activities; developing scopes of work, schedules, and budgets; communications, meetings, and negotiations with clients and regulatory agency personnel; and overall project management.
  • The person in this position will be expected to help lead business development efforts and provide exceptional client service. Typical business development activities include building and maintaining client relationships, contributing to marketing campaigns and performing client outreach, fostering project opportunities, contributing to proposals and presentations, professional networking, and sharing Barr’s capabilities with existing and potential clients.
  • Other typical activities include participating in technical conferences and seminars, mentoring and developing staff, and participating in meetings and negotiations with clients, regulatory agency personnel, and other stakeholders. This person will add value to our environmental work through knowledge sharing and creative problem solving.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Environmental Consultant – Senior Level.

Where is the primary location for this job?

The primary location for this job is Barr's Salt Lake City, Utah office.

What type of work will the Environmental Consultant be involved in?

The Environmental Consultant will be involved in the investigation, evaluation, and remediation of contaminated sites, as well as managing multidisciplinary teams and overseeing project management activities.

What are the minimum qualifications required for this position?

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields, 10 or more years of work experience, strong communication skills, and demonstrated project management and leadership skills.

Are there preferred qualifications for this position?

Yes, preferred qualifications include a Master’s degree in engineering or geology, registration as a Professional Engineer or Geologist, and HAZWOPER certification.

What sort of travel is expected in this position?

The position requires a willingness to travel and may involve up to 10% travel, depending on project needs which will vary seasonally and over time.

What are the typical responsibilities of the Environmental Consultant?

Responsibilities include preparing technical work plans and reports, conducting site assessments, developing site management strategies, and leading business development efforts.

Is safety training provided for this position?

Yes, safety training will be provided, especially since the job may involve work on waste disposal sites and sites requiring cleanup of hazardous materials.

Is there a need for a valid driver's license?

Yes, possession of a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required.

Do we support flexible working styles?

Yes, a flexible working style is encouraged, allowing for independent work as well as collaboration with teams of specialists.

Is there an application deadline for this position?

No, there are no application deadlines for open positions at Barr Engineering Co.

Does Barr Engineering Co. have an equal opportunity employment policy?

Yes, Barr Engineering Co. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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Engineering & Construction
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1966
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Barr provides engineering and environmental consulting services to clients across the Midwest, throughout the Americas, and around the world. We have been employee-owned since 1966 and trace our origins to the early 1900s. Working together, our 900+ engineers, scientists, and technical specialists help clients develop, manage, and restore natural resources. Barr’s project teams work with clients in industries such as power, refining, mining, and manufacturing as well as attorneys, government agencies, and natural-resource-management organizations. Our project sites range from iron-ore mines in South America to wind-power farms in South Dakota, from manufacturing facilities in California to oil-sands fields in western Canada. Barr is an EEO employer. For more about who we are and what we do, please visit our website at www.barr.com