Ecology and Environment, Inc.

Ecology and Environment, Inc. is  seeking experienced, professional, results-driven Senior Business Development Leaders.  These positions, as part of a collaborative team, will be empowered to develop and lead corporate-related business development initiatives to expand and diversify the company’s environmental consulting client base.  The ideal candidate(s) must have proven experience in the environmental consulting industry, possess a strategic and entrepreneurial competency, value the flexibility and autonomy inherent within smaller companies, and be able to work collaboratively within a knowledge-based culture.  This is a national position that can work from any of the company’s domestic regions.   Responsibilities: Shape and lead business strategy and tactical plans for new or emergent markets to increase share of market and financial profitability.  Demonstrate a progressive and entrepreneurial approach regarding growth initiatives, routinely advancing innovative business development strategies to achieve short and long-term business goals. Develop major client relationships and generate business opportunities through their existing professional network, previous client impact, and subject matter expertise. Ability to work fluently in a knowledge-transfer environment, interacting with technical operations and proposal teams to ensure client needs are represented and met. Maintain a high profile externally through membership and active participation in A/E/C industry functions, speaking opportunities at relevant conferences, and networking with industry leaders. Mentor staff to develop a deep expertise in a vertical market and technical discipline to support business development growth objectives. Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Planning, or related discipline. 10+ years of proven environmental consulting business development experience, successfully generating new clients and project work. Demonstrated expertise in developing and growing an annual book of business of $1M - $5M with commercial clients, government agencies, innovative technology, restoration, transportation infrastructure, electric, transmission, oil and gas, renewable energy, and/or similar markets. Strong marketing focus and business acumen with a high attention to detail and follow-up. Excellent leadership and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively, persuasively, and tactfully interact with clients including: energy project developers, commercial businesses, utilities, investors, and other organizations. Ability to travel to support business needs.   We are a global network of innovators and problem solvers, dedicated professionals and industry leaders in scientific, engineering, and planning disciplines working together with our clients to develop technically sound, science-based solutions to the leading environmental challenges of our time.  E & E offers opportunities for growth in a team-oriented environment. Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S.; Visa sponsorship will not be provided.  Please view our website at www.ene.com to apply on-line for Req #R-00479.    Ecology and Environment, Inc. is an EO and AA employer – M/F/Vets/Disabled/and other protected categories.  

Ecology and Environment, Inc. is seeking a Chemist for our Corporate Headquarters office in Lancaster (Buffalo), New York. This position will be responsible for reviewing and validating environmental chemistry data. Our successful candidate must have excellent data management and computer skills and a good understanding of chemistry principles. Responsibilities: Quality assurance of environmental chemistry data Field sampling, field testing, field lab set-up and analysis, and sample processing Management of electronic laboratory and field data using Earthsoft EQuIS Professional, EQuIS Data Processor, EPA Scribe, and project-specific databases Coordination with subcontracted laboratories including preparation of scopes of service, data review and validation, electronic data management, and QA/QC oversight Preparation of quality assurance plans and data usability and quality control summary reports Requirements: BS / MS in Chemistry or a closely related discipline 3 – 5 years of experience with laboratory equipment and testing, multimedia environmental sampling, data validation, QA/QC, and environmental data management Understanding of environmental regulations and EPA analytical methods Excellent computer skills including relational database experience and strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and data management Experience with Access, EQuIS, SQL Server, data management software and database maintenance preferred Environmental laboratory analyst experience is a plus Excellent verbal communication, technical writing and research skills Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to travel and perform fieldwork as needed We are a global network of innovators and problem solvers, dedicated professionals and industry leaders in scientific, engineering, and planning disciplines working together with our clients to develop technically sound, science-based solutions to the leading environmental challenges of our time.  E & E offers opportunities for growth in a team-oriented environment. Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S.; Visa sponsorship will not be provided.  Please view our website at  www.ene.com  to apply on-line.  Local candidates preferred. Ecology and Environment, Inc. is an EO and AA employer – M/F/Vets/Disabled/and other protected categories.   

Ecology and Environment, Inc. is seeking a Human Health Risk Assessor.  This position will be responsible for working on a diverse range of public- and private-sector environmental projects.   Our successful candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of risk assessment guidance, methodology, and protocol for assessing risk to human health from chemical and radiological contaminants.   This is a national position that can work from any of the company’s domestic office locations.  Primary Responsibilities: Lead human health risk assessments (HHRAs) for projects such as CERCLA remedial investigations/feasibility studies (RI/FSs) using established methodology and references, including EPA’s Risk Assessment Guidance for Superfund (RAGS). Develop project-specific approaches for assessing human health risk. Assess cancer and non-cancer risks to human receptors under various exposure pathways and remedial scenarios for environmental contaminants of concern in media such as air, soil, sediment, and water.  Contaminants of concern would include chemicals, radionuclides, and/or munitions agents. Use appropriate human health risk assessment software programs, models, and codes and their associated data management and risk assessment tools (including, but not limited to, EPA Calculator for chemicals and radionuclides, RESRAD, RESRAD-Build, ACE, AALM, EMSOFT, PBPK models, SHEDs, CAP88).  Prepare reports for clients and regulators detailing all aspects of the HHRA process including interpretation of HHRA results. Coordinate with clients and colleagues regarding HHRA results. Perform toxicological assessments. Support other aspects of projects including technical writing of reports and proposals, generating leads, assessing new markets, and developing new business opportunities. Minimum Requirements: Master’s degree in Toxicology, Biochemistry, or related discipline. 10+ years of experience performing chemical and radiological HHRAs and preparing reports. Expertise with implementing EPA and other risk assessment guidance. Proficiency with reviewing and interpreting analytical data for chemical and radiological constituents in environmental media. Excellent math and statistics skills. Proficiency with wide variety of HHRA software programs, models, and codes including EPA codes and prefer RESRAD experience. Proficiency with databases and spreadsheets. Strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to work independently, as part of a team, and effectively interact with clients and other organizations. Strong organizational skills and results orientation with achieving key project delivery milestones and business development objectives. Ability to travel to support business needs. E & E is its people. We are a knowledge-based culture with an integrated staff of more than 85 scientific and engineering disciplines – a group of innovators who pave the way in implementing environmental solutions. E & E offers opportunities for growth in a team-oriented environment. Must be eligible to work in the U.S.  Visa sponsorship will not be provided.  Please view our website at  www.ene.com  to apply on-line. Ecology and Environment, Inc. is an EO and AA employer – M/F/Vets/Disabled/and other protected categories.       

Ecology and Environment, Inc. is seeking an on-call Avian Specialist/Biologist, reporting to our Buffalo, NY office, to support avian surveys in western New York and possibly elsewhere.  This position will be responsible for performing raptor/eagle and breeding bird surveys using a range of bird sampling techniques including visual/auditory identification. Our successful candidate must have a good understanding of avian surveys and be able to work independently and as part of a team. Responsibilities: Conduct avian surveys in western NY and possibly elsewhere Conduct raptor/eagle and breeding bird surveys Compiling and processing data Provide support, if necessary, for wetland delineations, bat field surveys, plant and habitat surveys, and vegetation characterizations Requirements: BS in Biology, Environmental Science or a closely related field preferred but not required Six months to three years of field experience conducting avian surveys and recording point count and/or transect data Strong visual/auditory bird identification skills (must be able to identify birds by their call/songs) and familiarity with regional avian populations and survey protocol Other field skills such as wetland delineations, bat field surveys, plant and habitat surveys, and vegetation characterizations an asset, but not required Ability to walk for several miles and work in extreme temperatures and rough terrain in remote locations Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills and ability to work independently and within a team setting Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel Experience with iPAD and/or Trimble hand-held GPS units preferred Preference for individuals with CPR/First Aid Training Valid driver’s license and the ability to travel to a project sites E & E is a global network of innovators and problem solvers, dedicated professionals and industry leaders in 85 scientific, engineering, and planning disciplines working together with our clients to develop technically sound, science-based solutions to the leading environmental challenges of our time.  E & E offers opportunities for growth in a team-oriented environment. Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S.; Visa sponsorship will not be provided.  Please view our website at  www.ene.com  to apply on-line.  Local candidates preferred. Ecology and Environment, Inc. is an EO and AA employer – M/F/Vets/Disabled/and other protected categories.