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Carnow, Conibear & Assoc., Ltd., a leading environmental, health and safety consulting firm located in downtown Chicago, has an excellent opportunity for:
We are looking for an experienced professional to assume the role of Senior Environmental Specialist, leading Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments, SRP and LUST investigations, and remediation design and oversight. The ideal candidate will have 7–10 years of experience, strong technical skills, and the ability to travel for short-range fieldwork. HAZWOPER certification preferred.
Priority Responsibilities will be:
- Conducting Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments
- Performing Tier II and III Modeling and Evaluation.
- Remediation Design.
- Remediation Oversight/Monitoring
- SRP Investigations and Reporting; and
- UST Removals and LUST Investigations and Reporting.
Preferred Education, Credentials, and Professional Experience:
- Bachelor of science degree in:
- Environmental Engineering
- Geotechnical engineering
- geology
- environmental science
- civil engineering
- 7-10 years’ experience
- Auto
- Short-range travel
- Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, AutoCad)
- Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments experience
- Site Remediation Program (SRP) Experience
- Leaking Underground Storage Tank (LUST) Experience
- 40-Hour OSHA Hazwoper (preferred)
We are looking for an experienced professional to assume the role of Environmental Specialist, supporting Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, subsurface investigations, remediation oversight, and regulatory reporting. The ideal candidate will have 1–2 years of relevant experience, strong technical and computer skills, and the ability to travel for short-range fieldwork. HAZWOPER certification preferred.
Priority Responsibilities will be:
- Conducting Phase I Environmental Site Assessments.
- Subsurface Soil, Groundwater, Soil Gas Investigations.
- Remediation Oversight.
- Site Remediation Program investigations and reporting; and
- Leaking Underground Storage Tank investigations and reporting.
Preferred Education, Credentials, and Professional Experience:
- Bachelor of science degree in:
- Environmental Engineering
- Geotechnical engineering
- geology
- environmental science
- civil engineering
- 1-2 years’ experience on environmental projects
- Auto
- Short-range travel
- Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, AutoCad)
- 40-Hour OSHA Hazwoper (preferred)
We are looking for an excellent candidate to assume the day-to-day responsibilities of the company’s human resource department. The right candidate will work closely with our organization’s senior management to manage the department and develop our human resources.
Responsibilities will include:
- Talent sourcing and recruiting activities in competitive fields and markets.
- Manage Employee Growth and Development Program.
- Address disciplinary matters in a tactful and timely manner
- Coordinating, and conducting interviews executing proper procedures.
- Conduct pre-employment testing.
- Manage employee on boarding and off boarding.
- Job description management
- Handle performance appraisal management.
- Conduct anti-harassment training for staff and conduct manager training/EEOC issues.
- Handle compensation analysis and administration.
- Manage company unemployment and workers compensation claims.
- Act as liaison with government entities
- Administration of company benefits and record requirements.
- Responsible for the development and implementation of all company human resource, policies, and procedures.
- Maintain current knowledge on all employment/human resource matters by attending conferences, reading human resource journals, and/or attending employment courses.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws protecting employees.
- Manage employee performance documentation.
- Oversee and ensure compliance with the company’s retirement plan.
- Maintain organized and confidential files.
Desired Skills:
- Negotiation and influencing skills.
- Above average verbal and written communication skills.
- A proactive and self-directed approach to managing multiple projects.
- Knowledge and experience in employment law, compensation, organizational planning, recruitment, organization development, employee relations, safety, employee engagement, and enployee development.
- Outstanding interpersonal relationship building and employee coaching skills.
- Knowledge and Experience in Human Resources Information Systems (HROS). Specifically, ADP Workforce Now.
- Administration of benefits and compensation programs and other.
- Coach, counsel, and guide organization staff.
- In depth knowledge of harrassment and sexual harassment laws.
- Management and supervisory skills.
- Strong Skills as in:
- Computers
- Critical thinking
- Customer service
- Grammar
- Microsoft office programs including: Word, Excel, Power Point, and Teams.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- A key component to this position will be to have outstanding interpersonal relationship building and employee coaching skills.
- Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university or similar work experience required.
- PHR/SPHR certification required.
- 7 years of experience in progressively responsible human resource roles.
- 5 years of experience in a supervisory role.
Senior Project Manager, Industrial Hygiene
As a Senior Poject Manager, Asbestos and Lead Department, you will work with a team of professionals on challenging environmental projects for public and private sector clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the proper coordination of projects to ensure project timeliness, QAQC, and overall client satisfaction
- Attentively manage project budgets
- Conduct asbestos investigations
- Manage on-site asbestos abatement projects
- Conduct air sampling
- Conduct lead inspections, risk assessments, and clearance sampling
- Conduct mold evaluations
- Manage the development of Project Designs
Preferred Qualifications and Experience:
- Inspections, oversight (Field work), report writing, design. Planning, staffing, budget (Sr)
- IDPH Professional Asbestos and Lead licenses preferred.
- Reliable auto, valid driver’s license, and short-range travel required. Mileage is reimbursable.
- Carnow Conibear offers training, opportunity for growth, a supportive and collaborative culture, and a competitive compensation and benefits package for qualified individuals.
We would welcome the opportunity to discuss how Carnow Conibear can advance your career.
Please email us to set up a confidential exploratory discussion on how we can work together to align your future career path with our work life balanced culture.
Carnow Conibear offers training, opportunity for growth, work from home flexibility and a competitive compensation and benefits package for qualified individuals. These include but are not limited to:
- Three health insurance plans
- Dental and vision insurance
- Life and long-term disability insurance
- 401k retirement plan with employer match
- Commuter transit benefit
- A Flexible Spending Account
- Educational & Licensing reimbursement
- Paid sick leave days
- Paid holidays
- Paid personal days
- Paid vacation with incremental increases based on time at the company
- Eligibility for year-end performance bonus!
Candidates shall submit resumes to:
Carnow, Conibear & Assoc., Ltd.
600 West Van Buren Street
Suite 500
Chicago, IL 60607
Carnow Conibear is an equal opportunity employer seeking a diverse group of qualified individuals to consider.
Carnow Conibear mission: Driven by our commitment to the Company’s Core Values and to understand our Clients’ needs so that we can provide customized, multi-disciplined, and economical solutions; Carnow Conibear’s mission is to remain the premiere and trusted choice for Environmental, Health, and Safety services.
Our Core Values: Safety, Client Satisfaction, Employee Development, Integrity and Ethics, and Fiscal Responsibility.