Environmental Project Engineer

Baltimore, Maryland, Environmental Project Engineer Illest Environmental | Washington, DC–Baltimore Region | Full-Time | $90,000–$115,000/year About Illest Environmental Illest Environmental is an environmental and acoustical consulting firm. We support construction-phase environmental compliance on major infrastructure programs, including rail, tunnels, transit, highways, and data centers. We work alongside owners, general contractors, and developers to keep complex projects compliant, on schedule, and in good standing with regulators and the community. The Role We’re hiring a mid-level Environmental Project Engineer to support our growing work in the Mid-Atlantic and across the country. This is a generalist role: you’ll work on construction compliance, noise and vibration monitoring, stormwater, air quality, hazardous materials, site assessment, and permitting. You should be ready to move beyond task-based work and own assignments. That means coordinating field staff and subcontractors, working directly with clients and contractors, and moving problems toward solutions without constant direction. You’ll work closely with Illest’s principals and help mentor junior staff. What You’ll Do Construction Environmental Compliance

Support environmental compliance on active construction sites for rail, tunnel, transit, highway, and development projects Conduct site inspections, document findings, and track corrective actions with contractor field teams Implement and maintain SWPPPs, erosion and sediment control, dust control, and spill prevention measures Track compliance with permits, environmental commitments, and contract specifications Manage compliance programs for hazardous materials and waste, SPCC, EPCRA, storage tanks, wastewater, and air quality

Construction Noise & Vibration

Support noise and vibration control plans and monitoring programs for construction activities such as tunneling, pile driving, demolition, and heavy civil work Deploy, maintain, and troubleshoot continuous noise and vibration monitoring equipment Review monitoring data, evaluate exceedances, and recommend practical mitigation Prepare monitoring reports and help respond to community complaints

Site Assessment & Contaminated Materials

Review Phase I ESAs and plan and execute Phase II ESAs and subsurface investigations Coordinate drilling contractors, laboratories, waste facilities, and transporters Develop strategies for managing, excavating, characterizing, and disposing of contaminated soil and groundwater

Permitting & Regulatory Coordination

Research federal, state, and local requirements and develop permit matrices and compliance trackers Prepare permit applications, environmental plans, and technical memos Coordinate with regulators and local authorities as needed

Project Delivery

Own assignments from planning through closeout Prepare clear, professional reports and deliverables Review work prepared by junior engineers, technicians, and field staff Help principals with scopes, proposals, estimates, and client coordination Help build out internal standards, templates, and procedures as the firm grows What We’re Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Civil, Chemical, Mechanical, or a related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program 3–7 years of engineering or environmental consulting experience (5+ preferred) Experience on due diligence, site investigation, compliance, construction, infrastructure, industrial, or development projects Strong technical writing, analytical, and organizational skills Ability to juggle multiple assignments, subcontractors, and deadlines Confidence communicating directly with clients, contractors, and regulators Willingness to do field work at active construction and investigation sites EIT certification and progress toward PE licensure preferred; PE is a plus Health, dental, and vision insurance Health savings account 401(k) with company match, Paid time off, Professional development assistance