Project Environmental Civil Engineer at Onterris

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact.

“For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.

When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact.

Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

A Day in the Life

Our Project Civil/Environmental Engineer position is located in Nashville, TN.

The compensation range for this role is $80K to $95K,

To thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:

• Manages multiple projects simultaneously including providing support to the senior technical lead on a project, and supervising staff level engineers, technicians, and CAD professionals.

• Overseeing personnel needs, assigning work, meeting completion dates, interpreting and ensuring consistent application of firm standards

• Coordinates the day-to-day tasks of technical staff assigned to projects by assigning, monitoring and reviewing progress and accuracy of work, directing efforts and providing technical guidance.

• Oversees development of project document deliverable outlines and layouts, technical writing of reports, data interpretation, and development of graphical presentations in a logical and professional manner.

• Supports senior leaders in consulting clients to prepare plans, reports, and assessments.

• Responsible for project budget and hours and utilizes time effectively to complete tasks within assigned timeframe(s)

• Acts as a client manager to understand customer needs and distributes work assignments and proposals to appropriate teams

• Communicates to leadership when potential issues are foreseen, or potential issues arise that may inhibit performing tasks within the allotted schedule and budget

• Oversees project set up and authorization paperwork to include: project authorizations, contracts, subcontracts, purchase order requests, and project schedules

• Oversees project financial management duties to include: project projections, project invoicing, subcontractor invoice approvals, progress reporting, and project/subcontractor contract compliance.

• Maintain confidentiality at all times

• Exercise safe work practices by following all Company safety rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programs

• Participate in the company’s continuous improvement programs and provide support to team efforts

• Keep up-to-date and current on industry trends by completing formal training, reviewing professional publications, and attending professional workshops

• Perform other duties as assigned

Specific Project – Related Responsibilities will include

• Prepare permit documents, construction plans, and specifications for facilities including landfills, recycling facilities, transfer stations, and convenience centers

• Prepare Part B Permit Application Documents and associated permit documents for Industrial Facilities

• Prepare permit documents, construction plans, and specifications for remedial actions related to Voluntary, RCRA, and CERCLA clean-up actions

• Direct construction quality assurance activities during construction

• Prepare SWPPPs, SPCC Plans, and ARAP Applications

• Prepare construction cost estimates and financial assurance estimates

• Conduct Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments

Your Expertise and Skills

These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited four-year college or university.

• 4-8 years of related experience

• Possess a Professional Engineer (PE) license

• Advanced knowledge of engineering principles

• Knowledge of computer aided software (Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, AutoCAD, ArcGIS etc.)

• Ability to complete and maintain HAZWOPER certification with the 40-hour HAZWOPER environmental health and safety class, and annual 8-hour refresher class

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Outgoing / team player with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities

• Strong organizational and management skills

• Proficient in Civil 3d, HydroCad, Associated Programs and Analysis

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Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com .

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more.