Senior Environmental Engineer

Position Overview

We are looking for a highly motivated Senior Environmental Engineer (PE) to lead environmental investigation and remediation projects and support the continued growth of our NYC practice. The ideal candidate is technically strong, entrepreneurial, and excited by opportunities to work on impactful brownfield remediation and redevelopment projects while mentoring junior staff and contributing to business development efforts.

This is a high-visibility role with meaningful influence on firm direction, client relationships, and the development of our team in the NYC area and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

Client Service & Business Development

• Build and maintain strong client relationships across the private and public sectors.
• Leverage existing industry connections to help grow LaBella’s environmental practice.
• Prepare proposals, scopes of work, cost estimates, and project budgets.
• Maintain strong relationships with regulatory agencies.
• Represent LaBella professionally in alignment with our core values.

Technical Leadership

• Manage and execute Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), NYSDEC Brownfield Cleanup Program (BCP) and E-Designation projects, including Site Characterizations, Remedial Investigations, Alternatives Analyses, and Remedial Design.
• Develop and optimize engineering controls, automation, and system performance monitoring programs for new and existing remedial systems.
• Lead design and feasibility evaluations for remedial technologies such as:
• Excavation/off-site disposal
• In-situ chemical oxidation/reduction
• Thermal remediation
• Sub-slab depressurization systems
• PFAS treatment systems
• Oversee field programs, including soil, groundwater, soil vapor, and surface water sampling.
• Project management duties including project set up, contracting of subcontractors, budget tracking, workflow management, reporting oversight and review and heavy client communication.
• Support litigation and expert witness assignments as needed.

Team Development

• Mentor and guide junior engineers, geologists, and environmental scientists.
• Promote technical excellence, collaboration, and professional growth within the team.

Requirements

Qualifications

• B.S. in Chemical, Environmental, or related Engineering discipline.
• New York State Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 15+ years of experience managing environmental investigation and remediation projects.
• Demonstrated experience with BCP, Phase II ESAs, and remedial design.
• Experience with E-Designation and/or NYSDEC Spills Program projects preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Valid NYS or NJ driver’s license with a clean driving record.

NJ LSRP license a plus

Benefits

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events