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What You’ll Do

The Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Environmental Engineer I to support facility surveys, design reviews, and construction site audits. This role focuses on construction environmental compliance across air quality, water, and regulated waste programs. This is a full-time position reporting to the Senior Manager, Environmental Construction.

• Review facility surveys and perform/approve waste characterizations for rehabilitation and construction waste disposition
• Prescreen project portfolios to identify environmental impacts and compliance needs
• Participate in design development and formal design reviews to ensure environmental requirements, guides, and contract special conditions are incorporated into project designs
• During design reviews, identify and escalate environmental issues such as:
  • long-lead permitting needs for environmental infrastructure
  • import/export of soil and other regulated materials
  • demolition notifications and implementation of best management practices (BMPs)
  • asbestos removal and disposal affecting systems
  • historical land-use assessments and site-specific environmental considerations
• Conduct construction site audits (including SWPPP implementation), review chemical and hazardous waste management, and track corrective actions to closure
• Prepare clear reports and documentation of survey, design review, and audit findings
• Coordinate with Facilities Asset Management, design and construction stakeholders, and other teams to communicate requirements and follow up on corrective actions
• Support GIS mapping and database work to integrate spatial data for environmental compliance

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Required Qualifications & Skills

• Relevant experience (internships, co-ops, academic projects, or early professional experience)
• Foundational knowledge of civil engineering principles and interest in construction/site development
• Foundational knowledge of environmental compliance related to air quality, water, or regulated waste (knowledge or experience in at least one discipline required)
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for documentation and collaboration with project teams
• Willingness and ability to work in the field at active construction sites in California weather conditions

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Preferred Qualifications

• Internship or co-op experience in construction, site development, or stormwater/erosion control
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or ArcGIS
• Experience working at large operational or entertainment/resort facilities (helpful but not required)

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Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with an environmental focus — Required
• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering — Preferred
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification — Preferred

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What We Offer

• Mentorship from licensed Professional Engineers to guide technical and professional development
• Project assignments that can count toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure experience requirements
• Hands-on experience in facility surveys, design reviews, and construction site audits on active capital projects
• A strong foundation for long-term career growth

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Compensation & Schedule

• Employment type: Full-Time
• Pay transparency (Anaheim, CA): $80,700 to $108,100 per year. Final base pay will depend on geographic region, experience, job-related knowledge, and other factors. Additional compensation (bonus or long-term incentives) and benefits may apply.

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Additional Information

Physical demands and working conditions:

• Significant field time and walking in and around active construction sites
• Work schedule generally 8 hours/day and 40 hours/week, but may require variable hours to meet construction project needs, including occasional nights or extended days
• The role may involve physically and mentally demanding tasks

Reasonable accommodations: The Confidential Client is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply, please contact the hiring team.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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