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).

Nelson Pope Voorhis is an environmental planning firm with offices in Melville, NY and in the lower Hudson Valley providing a wide range of professional consulting services. NPV offers competitive salaries, full benefits, a professional collaborative working environment, and the opportunity to participate in a wide range of exciting and innovative projects.

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to work with our Office Manager in our Melville office. The successful candidate will provide support with project coordination and handle various office management responsibilities.

Responsibilities
• Perform general office management duties, including scheduling, document printing/binding, preparation or digital files.
• Provide administrative support to partners and staff.
• Assist in project coordination and schedule management, and project tracking.
• Serve as the office liaison for staff and coordinate field and office schedules.
• Review and edit documents and reports for format and readability.

Qualifications
• Proven experience as an administrative assistant or in a similar role.
• Proficiency in Deltek software is preferred.
• Knowledge of development regulations and environmental permitting is helpful.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong writing and copy editorial skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud software products is beneficial.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply online. Please submit a letter of interest and resume (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.

NPV seeks interns looking to gain real-life experience and learn firsthand under a dedicated staff of professionals who specialize in Environmental Analysis, Planning, Ecological & Wetlands, Environmental Audits, Economics, Stormwater Management and Sustainable Landscape.  Intern candidates can expect to work on teams, which are staffed with professional planners and environmental professionals with a variety of backgrounds and experience levels and may participate in all phases of a project (field work, graphics preparation, report preparation, research, testing, field sampling, etc.).  Candidates must demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.  GIS skills are a plus.  The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, have completed related coursework, and a strong desire to pursue an environmental or planning career on Long Island or in the Hudson Valley.  For inquiries on internships or other opportunities, please apply online