Job Description

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 40+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.

Consistently ranked among the top ten "Best Firms to Work For" and Engineering News-Record's top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.

Job Summary

Langan is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist, Geologist, Engineer or Hydrogeologist to join its collaborative team in Bethlehem, PA . This individual will serve a key function in assisting with the natural resource planning, assessment and permitting of land development and infrastructure projects, and leading specific assignments and tasks. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse team of top-notch professionals in a variety of geographic areas and regulatory programs, and to collaborate and learn from our multi-disciplinary team of site/civil, geotechnical, survey, and landscape architect professionals on landmark land development projects

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare the natural resource planning, assessment and permitting documents for land development and infrastructure projects in close collaboration with Project Personnel;
• Effectively use reports, maps, drawings, engineering plans, tests, and aerial photographs to assess the natural resource characteristics of project sites for natural resource assessment and permitting due diligence to plan and design projects;
• Perform natural resource feasibility assessments for development projects;
• Write and/or review draft due diligence reports, assessment and permit applications;
• Prepare site assessments and related natural resource figures using GIS and AutoCAD software;
• Assist with the planning and execution of field investigations by performing field tests, collecting samples, collecting and recording data, and performing routine calculations;
• Collect soil, soil vapor, indoor and ambient air, sediment, surface water, and groundwater samples;
• Review and interpret environmental, geological, and historical records to support environmental due diligence;
• Prepare a variety of standard logs and field forms (such as drilling logs, field investigation dailies, and chain of custody logs);
• Identify and implement solutions to both routine and more complex field problems and document them accurately, keeping project manager informed or problems encountered during work assignments;
• Lead tasks associated with the preparation and modification of various engineering documents including reports, specifications, plans, cost estimates and designs for projects;
• Interact in a professional manner with client and subcontractor representatives in close collaboration with supervisor;
• Supervise or coordinate the work of staff engineers, interns and others who assist in specific assignments as needed;
• Coordinate and perform field inspection services, as needed; and
• Performs other duties as requested.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Ecology or Planning;
• 3+ years of experience in natural resource assessment and permitting;
• Familiarity with current local, state, and federal land use permitting;
• Strong GIS and AutoCAD skills;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities;
• Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment;
• Ability to occasionally participate in field work and work during evenings and/or weekends, as needed by project schedule;
• Occasional travel to project sites and/or client locations, as required; and
• Possess reliable transportation for client meetings and job site visits and a valid driver's license in good standing.

Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.

Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!

Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, For subcontractor, Local area, Worldwide, Flexible hours, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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