Careers

NPV is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Environmental Analyst to join our Division of Phase I/II Assessments & Remediation. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in the field and be proficient in preparing Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) reports under the guidance of a qualified environmental professional.

Responsibilities
• Conduct fieldwork under the supervision of an environmental professional who meets ASTM standards, including site inspections to identify Recognized Environmental Conditions (RECs) for the preparation of ESAs.
• Assist with soil and groundwater sampling and soil classification borings.
• Operate ground penetrating radar (GPR) and other testing equipment.
• Prepare sections of Phase I and II ESA reports, ensuring compliance with ASTM standards.
• Working on a drill rig for soil and groundwater sample collection and completing structural and soil classification borings.

Qualifications
• 5 or more years of experience performing Phase I and Phase II environmental site assessments.
• Knowledge of ASTM Standards and the Unified Soil Classification System (USCS).
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification, with annual 8-hour refresher course, as applicable.
• 10- or 30-hour construction safety certification.
• Proficiency with sample collection equipment, GPR, and GPS equipment.
• Experience with AutoCAD or GIS is considered an advantage.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply online. Please submit a letter of interest, resume and writing sample (attached as a single PDF file).

NPV is currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join the Sustainable Landscapes Division in our Melville office as a Senior Landscape Ecologist. This division focuses on ecologically based solutions, master planning for parks and campuses, green infrastructure, native revegetation, invasive species management, shoreline and wetland restorations and public education/outreach.

For more information about our services, please visit www.nelsonpopevoorhis.com/services/sustainable-landscape.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage sustainable landscape projects.
• Develop and implement strategies for green stormwater management solutions and related services.
• Coordinate grant opportunities for green infrastructure, water quality improvement, invasive species management and native/sustainable landscape projects.
• Develop concept and construction design plans for the implementation of green infrastructure projects including, but not limited to, rain gardens and bioswales, for sustainable stormwater management.
• Design and coordinate native habitat restoration/preservation projects (i.e. pollinator gardens, solar array fields, wetland restoration, hybrid/living shoreline stabilization, recreational use area management).
• Prepare sustainable master plans for parks and campuses with a focus on long term sustainability, native vegetation species, invasive species management and low maintenance opportunities.
• Collaborate with property owners, developers, architects, engineers and surveyors to incorporate integrated and sustainable solutions for a range of private and public sector projects (i.e. residential, commercial, municipal, recreational/parks, industrial, etc).
• Prepare and review reports and plans for specialized projects (i.e. water quality improvement plans, invasive species management opportunities and methods, natural shoreline stabilization and restoration, tree inventory, native habitat assessment, public outreach/presentation etc).
• Mentor and support junior staff members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in ecology, environmental science, Landscape Architecture, or a related field (master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years in management of native and sustainable landscape design projects.
• Strong and demonstratable background in native and invasive vegetation species identification, mapping, management methods, applications, etc.
• Experience in project management, budgeting, proposal preparation, etc.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities as well as organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in relevant software/tools which includes AutoCAD and Adobe Design Suite.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply online. Please submit a letter of interest, resume and work samples (attach as a single PDF file).

Salary commensurate with level of education and professional experience. A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle are required. NPV is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.