Entry Level Environmental Consultant

Job Description

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. No sponsorship is available for this position.

Inviting bright minds

Ramboll is seeking highly motivated and inquisitive candidates to join our Environment and Health consulting practice in our Texas offices. Our ideal candidate will have some familiarity with the metropolitan areas of Dallas, Houston, Austin, or San Antonio.

Sustainable practices have been part of Ramboll’s DNA since the company’s inception.  We are dedicated to taking a leading role in sharing best practices and creating value for clients by delivering solutions that are environmentally, economically, and socially sustainable. Our inspiring projects and innovative solutions aim to set the standard among our peers. You will join a global company that has been growing successfully since its founding in 1945. Together, we lead and leave a positive impact on societies, companies and people around the world.

As you begin working on projects, you will be given increasing responsibility, while also being able to rely on experienced managers and colleagues who offer support and a helping hand as you learn and develop in your role. Each member of our team is part of a continual learning environment where they learn through coaching, mentoring and on-the-job tasks. The successful applicant will be able to work independently, thrive in a team-environment, and be a technical resource for project managers and staff. Our vision is to be a leading consultancy globally, delivering integrated and sustainable solutions that shape today and tomorrow.

Your starting point for constant growth

You will join our Environment & Health department. From the moment you join Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you grow with the company. As our Entry-Level Environmental Consultant, you will be part of our interdisciplinary team and apply your evaluation skills to solve environmental problems.

For this role, we believe your starting point is:

• B.S. and/ or M.S. in Geosciences, Engineering, Environmental Science, or related discipline, with Environmental, Chemical Engineering, ESG, Sustainability, or Climate Resiliency focus a plus.
• Demonstrated application of engineering/scientific design and concepts to evaluate and solve environmental problems and formulate conclusions and opinions.
• Candidates must be willing to travel up to 25% average over the year and possess a valid driver’s license. Travel may include overnight stay and may be out of state. Travel duration may range from 1-10 days, depending upon the specific requirements of each project.
• The physical requirements of this position may include the need for climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing/sitting/walking, pushing/pulling, and lifting up to 40 lbs. In certain situations, this position may expose the candidate to extremes in weather (hot/cold); high noise levels, to hazards such as a proximity to moving machine parts and moving vehicles, electrical current and exposure to chemicals. Employees may be required to take specific training and to wear PPE on some occasions.

Our ideal candidate should possess the following skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, Access
• Excellent written and oral communication, active listener
• Good time management
• Detail oriented and data analysis skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability and willingness to work as a responsible, independent team player in a consulting environment, including the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• 40-Hour Hazardous Waste Operations certificate and strong job site and behavior-based health and safety standards a plus

Classwork or experience with some or all of the following tasks and responsibilities:

• Due diligence, Phase I ESAs. Environmental due diligence will include site assessments of vacant, commercial, and industrial sites, prepare written reports summarizing conclusions of the assessment to support national and multi-national clients in primarily Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana areas.
• Site reconnaissance for due diligence and environmental assessments employing evaluation of federal, state and local environmental regulatory requirements for waste, air quality, and water quality programs to assess chemical use, storage, and disposal practices, and equipment maintenance and subsequently prepare associated plans, permits, and reports.
• Interactions and communications with clients, agency, and the public will include formulating conclusions and opinions for sustainable site solutions regarding propert