Senior Environmental Waste Consultant

CK Associates is seeking a Senior Environmental Waste Consultant to join our Risk Assessment, Remediation, and Waste Group in our Baton Rouge office. This senior-level position offers a unique opportunity to lead impactful environmental projects, provide technical expertise, and contribute to the growth of our well-established, employee-owned consulting firm.

In this role, you’ll work with a talented team of Geologists, Engineers, Chemists, Toxicologists, and Senior Scientists—balancing project management, fieldwork, technical advising, and client engagement. We are committed to the continued professional development of our team, and this position offers significant opportunities for career advancement and leadership.

• →Lead solid and hazardous waste permitting activities and ensure regulatory compliance;
• →Manage and execute solid and hazardous waste projects in line with budget, schedule, and client expectations;
• →Prepare and review work plans, applications, technical reports, data summaries, and data visualizations (e.g., figures, trend graphs, data tables);
• →Coordinate directly with clients and regulatory agencies;
• →Identify and develop new business opportunities, supporting the growth of our Risk, Remediation, and Waste Program and related service lines;
• →Mentor and support junior staff within the Waste Program;
• →Stay current on emerging regulatory issues impacting our clients;
• →Manage multimedia projects; and
• →Travel to project sites and occasionally to CK offices in Lake Charles, Shreveport, and Houston.

Qualifications

• →Master’s or bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or similar field; 10 years working in the environmental field with experience specific to waste permitting and compliance. Consulting experience preferred.
• →Project management experience;
• →Proficient technical writing skills;
• →Proficiency with MS Office programs;
• →Proficient mathematical and computer skills;
• →Willingness and ability to travel to project sites (including some overnight stays);
• →Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and maintain successful client relationships;
• →Must be able to satisfy all Drug & Alcohol, Health & Safety, and Security requirements including obtaining a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card;
• →This position requires the use of a company vehicle. Candidate must be at least 21 years of age with a clean driving record, and able to safely operate a full-size pickup truck; and
• →Eager to excel as an individual and in a team environment.

If you're a driven environmental professional looking to make a meaningful impact while growing your career, we’d love to hear from you.