ENVIRONMENTAL RISK ASSESSOR

BB&E is a full service civil and environmental engineering and consulting firm, headquartered in Northville, Michigan, which services both the Federal and Industrial sectors throughout the United States. BB&E team members provide Environmental Consulting, Facilities Engineering and Program/Project Management Services to Federal and private sectors.

Position Summary

BB&E is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Risk Assessor/Environmental Scientist to join our team, supporting Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) projects for the Department of Defense (DoD). The ideal candidate will have a strong background in environmental science, engineering, or related fields, and demonstrated expertise in risk assessment and project management under the CERCLA framework. This includes reviewing/leading risk assessments for routine and complex scenarios under federal and state programs. This role requires strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a dynamic, team-oriented environment. This is a remote position.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership : Read and/or lead the design and implementation of site-specific risk assessments conducted as part of remedial investigations, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements under CERCLA, RCRA, or state programs; provide general technical support;
• Applies scientific principles, theories, practices, and existing technologies to develop solutions for technical problems with limited scope
• Ability to advance business development activities, including proposals, pre-qualifications, and relationship building with clients and prospective clients
• Provide ecological risk assessment expertise, develop technical approaches, and interact with clients and regulatory agencies
• Risk Assessment : Identify, evaluate, and document potential environmental risks associated with hazardous substances, pollutants, and contaminants on DoD sites; develop and implement risk management strategies to mitigate identified risks;
• Preparation of planning documents, evaluation reports, and other technical documents summarizing toxicological risk assessment procedures and results
• Perform statistical evaluations, exposure and toxicity assessments, and risk characterization for projects governed by state and federal programs
• Manage a variety of toxicological risk assessment projects with varying levels of complexity and size, manage scope, schedule, and budget for toxicological risk assessment projects
• Project Management : Oversee project planning, execution, and completion; ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and budget; prepare and present project reports to stakeholders; this includes providing support to multiple projects simultaneously
• Data Analysis : Conduct detailed analysis of site data, including historical records, site inspections, and environmental sampling results; effectively communicate findings and recommendations to key stakeholders, to include completing/supporting risk assessments; Data management and statistical analysis; data preparation and management such as organizing and summarizing environmental data and their sources
• Compliance and Audits : Ensure project activities comply with regulatory requirements and internal standards; implement and uphold rigorous quality assurance processes to maintain the highest standards in risk assessment methodologies and reporting
• Stakeholder Collaboration : Liaise with DoD officials, regulatory agencies, contractors, and community representatives to facilitate project progress and address any concerns; participate in public meetings and provide technical input as needed
• Training and Development : Provide training and support to team members on risk assessment processes, CERCLA guidelines, and best practices; stay abreast of industry trends, advancements, and emerging issues related to risk assessment, particularly as it relates to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS); participate in technical conferences or work groups to advance novel approaches and the practice of ecological risk assessment; Provide mentoring, guidance, and coaching to new or less experienced staff, and recruit and develop junior risk assessment scientists
  
  

Key Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain/maintain a NACI/CAC is required
• Certification: Relevant certifications (e.g., PE, PMP, CIH, CSP) are preferred
• Competencies
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to lead and inspire teams, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and work effectively under pressure
• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
• Software: Proficiency using MS Office including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint and environmental risk assessment tools and software
• Self-Starter: Highly motivated, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines autonomously
  
  
  
Experience & Education


• Experience: A minimum of 5-10 years in risk assessment, project management, and technical leadership roles and experience working with CERCLA and DoD regulations, including DoD Risk Assessment and CERCLA/EPA Guidance Documents (e.g., RAGs, etc.) is required
• Education: A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Human Health, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field from an ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) accredited college or university is required
  
  
  
Compensation, Benefits & Perks


• Competitive compensation
• Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan – BB&E is 100% employee-owned!
• Discretionary bonus
• *Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with health care concierge
• *Employer provided Short-Term & Long-Term disability
• *Employer provided Life insurance
• *Employee options for supplemental life, supplemental accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and Identity theft protection benefits
• *Generous PTO plus 11 paid holidays
• Traditional & Roth 401(k) options with fully vested employer match
• Tuition reimbursement & professional development
• Employee referral program
• Financial wellness resources
• Employee discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet insurance discount
• Applies only to full-time employees
• BB&E is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.