Manager / Sr. Manager Environmental Remediation (Engineering)

TL;DR

Manager / Sr. Manager Environmental Remediation (Engineering): Directing environmental remediation projects across MT, WA, WY, and CO with an accent on regulatory compliance and liability reduction. Focus on negotiating clean-up standards with state and federal agencies and acting as a first responder to derailments.

Location: Onsite in Helena, MT; Denver, CO; Seattle, WA; Tacoma, WA; or Whitefish, MT

Salary: $110,430 - $142,700

Company

One of the largest U.S. railroads transporting freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces.

What you will do

• Direct environmental remediation projects in the states of Montana, Washington, Wyoming, and Colorado.
• Select and implement environmental remediation alternatives consistent with company guidelines.
• Negotiate clean-up standards with state and federal agencies.
• Manage cost-recovery efforts with third parties for clean-up sites.
• Act as a first responder to derailments and emergencies potentially impacting the environment.
• Manage the reduction of environmental liability for legacy sites through technical expertise and consultant management.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in a field related to environmental remediation (Post-graduate degree preferred).
• 5+ years (for Manager) or 10+ years (for Sr. Manager) of environmental remediation experience.
• Extensive knowledge of environmental regulations including RCRA, CERCLA, and OPA.
• Knowledge of chemistry, chemical hazards, and environmental impacts of chemical releases.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and negotiation skills.
• Must be able to become an OSHA-trained hazardous material adviser.

Nice to have

• Registered Professional Engineer, Professional Geologist, or other certified professional status.
• Knowledge of contaminant migration in soil and groundwater.
• Experience managing environmental consultants.
• Experience working in a railroad environment and managing multiple projects.

Culture & Benefits

• Industry-leading 401(k) and Railroad Retirement program.
• Comprehensive health care options including medical, dental, vision, and mental health support.
• Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, life, and disability insurance.
• Family benefits including parental support, adoption, and surrogacy reimbursement.
• Annual bonus through the Incentive Compensation Program.
• Generous leave and time-off policies.