Technical Specialist, Site Remediation

Capital Programs

Job Description:

Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets customers to their destinations on time–and we're looking to hire talented folks with a commitment to excellence to make it all possible.

SUMMARY:

• This position provides support to the Environment, Energy & Sustainability (EE&S) Site Remediation group, including but not limited to, environmental field work coordination and oversight, administration of the environmental Task Order Consultant program, UST permit/regulatory compliance, waste management, incident management and hazardous building material / mold investigation and remediation.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Prepares plans, scope of work documents and cost estimates for assigned projects.

• Provides administrative and field support to the environmental Task Order Consultant (TOC) program including field work planning and implementation, invoice reconciliation, project tracking and scope of work and cost estimate preparation.

• Participates in project management meetings, provides comments and maintains project files pertaining to environmental aspects of each assigned project.

• Manages environmental vendors as directed. Supports project estimation, evaluates change orders, reviews technical questions, and advises project manager of same.

• Ensures compliance with existing environmental regulations. Alerts supervisor/project manager of potential compliance issues that may impact project timelines.

• Performs environmental compliance audits of assigned NJ TRANSIT facilities. Participates in the department’s on–call spill response program. Provides support on other environmental projects/initiatives as directed.

• As requested, provides environmental support to incidents such as spills and adverse weather events as well as other remediation or abatement activities.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS :

Minimum :

• Bachelors’ degree in Engineering/Environmental Science or related field.

• Two (2) years of applied progressive experience related to New Jersey environmental site remediation projects / NJDEP Site Remediation Reform Act (SRRA).

• Completion of a technical training program and three (3) years of additional applied experience may be substituted for the degree.

Preferred:

• Field experience related to site remediation projects involving subsurface investigations.

• HAZWOPER 24/40 HOUR Trained.

• Experience in document preparation, management, review and editing.

• Experience in preparing cost estimates, managing vendors and reconciliation of invoices.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Essential:

• Ability to work with all levels of management and staff.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects with defined deadlines.

• Detail-oriented.

• Self-starting, able to overcome challenges and solve problems.

• Be assertive, able to drive projects in the best interest of NJ TRANSIT and EE&S Department.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Preferred :

• Familiar with site investigation work (soil borings and monitoring wells).

• Experience with ASTM Phase I / II environmental assessments or similar “due diligence” activities.

• Experience with remedial site work such as excavations / petroleum tank decommissions, remedial injections and remedial system operations and maintenance.

• Experience with hazardous building materials (asbestos / lead) and mold.

  At NJ Transit, you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefits package:

• Comprehensive Family Health Insurance – Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision

• Flexible Spending Account

• Life Insurance

• Paid Leave

• Tuition Assistance

• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Plan

• Retirement Plans

• 401(a) - Retirement plan with a 6% employer contribution

• 401(k) - Retirement saving plan with up to an 3% company match

• 457(b) - Deferred Savings Plan

At NJ TRANSIT, diversity and inclusivity are vital to our success as are committed to hiring individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and veteran status. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply and join our team.

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