Sr. Environmental Engineer

　　Req ID 17490

　　Sr. Environmental Engineer

　　Who We Are

　　At WSP, we are driven by inspiring future-ready pioneers to innovate. We’re looking to grow our teams with people who are ready to collaborate in building communities and expanding our skylines. To do this, we hire candidates of all experiences, skillsets, backgrounds and walks of life. We actively foster a work environment and culture where inclusion and diversity is part of our fundamental structure. This is delivered behaviorally, through our policies, trainings, local partnerships with professional diverse organizations, internal networks and most importantly with the support and sponsorship of our leaders who help drive our commitment to an inclusive, diverse, welcoming and equitable work environment. Anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!

　　Our Business

　　We are a global leader in environmental consulting - made stronger with the recent acquisition of Wood’s Environment & Infrastructure business and Golder - with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change. As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.

　　This Opportunity

　　WSP is currently has an opportunity available for a Sr. Environmental/Regulatory Permitting and Compliance Specialist for our Texas Team !

　　Are you an Environmental Engineer with 8-12 years of experience? Are you looking for an opportunity to work with an established environmental consulting firm on technically complex projects and with opportunities for personal and professional growth? Are you looking for a firm that values its employee’s enthusiasm and technical contributions? We are growing and have a career opportunity for an Environmental/Regulatory Permitting and Compliance Specialist to join our dynamic Environmental Assessment and Permitting team in Houston, TX.

　　Your Impact

　　Determine well-defined data collection methods for collecting, identifying, and compiling environmental data from samples of air, soil, water, sludge, and other matrices for projects, investigations, and surveys.

　　Perform professional environmental engineering work and conduct investigations and inspections of air emission sources, hazardous or solid waste facilities, water supply facilities, industrial and agricultural facilities, pollution sources and proposed and existing site conditions, water resources, and underground storage tanks to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits.

　　Assist with environmental site assessments (Phase I and II).

　　Research environmental hazmat databases regarding historical property land uses.

　　Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, and illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses.

　　Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting.

　　Assist with development and scoping of medium-sized projects.

　　Prepare technical reports and presentations that explain research, findings, and recommendations to prevent, control, restore, clean-up, or address environmental issues or problems.

　　Assist in the analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of environmental data obtained during field investigations, offering input with developing action plans for moderate- to high-level threat mitigation activities.

　　Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work.

　　Prepare and implement site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs).

　　Comply with regulatory requirements pertaining to the data integrity, documentation, procedures, training, monitoring systems, and record compliance and retention.

　　Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner.

　　Remain current in latest environmental engineering techniques.

　　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.

　　Who You Are

　　Required Qualifications

　　Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering or closely related engineering discipline

　　Professional registration as PE in TX and LA or ability to attain in short period

　　Proven project delivery skills

　　Minimum of 8 years experience delivering environmental/regulatory permitting and compliance support from studies and design phase up to construction and operations in one or more key markets including Oil and Gas (upstream, midstream, and downstream), Power (generation and transmission/distribution),Renewable Energy, or Chemical Manufacturing.

　　Multi-media permitting and compliance experience in federal and state programs such as RCRA, SARA Title III, CAA, SPCC, NPDES/POTW, NEPA, CWA Section 404/408, and state / county permits

　　Quickly interpret and apply understanding of various regulatory entities

　　Adept at relationship building, team building and conflict resolution

　　Strong interpersonal, presentation and writing skills

　　Willing to travel up to 25% to meet project needs in the Gulf Coast region

　　Must pass background check and must have satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company’s driving (MVR) policy.

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　FERC permitting experience

　　NEPA experience

　　Direct experience working for an industrial company, especially if accompanied with consulting experience

　　Experience in ISO 14001 Implementation

　　40 Hour HAZWOPER, ICS 100 – 300

　　Physical Demands

　　Field work in outdoor environments – walking on uneven terrain

　　Wear petrochemical facility standard PPE including FRCs, steel toed shoes, half face and full-face respirators.

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　　Additional Requirements

　　To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.Additional Details

　　Travel Required: 25%

　　Job Status: Regular

　　Employee Type: Full

　　Primary Location: HOUSTON - 16200 PARK ROW

　　All locations: US-TX-Austin, US-TX-Corpus Christi, US-TX-Houston, US-TX-Victoria

　　About WSP

　　WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. www.wsp.com

　　WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

　　At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

　　WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

　　The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

　　NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

　　WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.