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About Us At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction ... The primary duties of the Risk Assessor focus on project work that involves performing site ...

About Us At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction ... The primary duties of the Risk Assessor focus on project work that involves performing site ...

Environmental Risk Analyst

Glen Allen, VA · On-site

$31.16 - $46.74/hr

The Associate II - Environmental Risk Management supports the Environmental Risk Management program ... This position plays a key role in helping the bank identify, assess, and manage environmental risks ...

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Overview / Responsibilities Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. is seeking an early career Human Health Risk Assessor with two to eight years of experience for our Chelmsford ...

Evaluating environmental data for usability in quantitative human health risk assessments * Performing exposure assessments for complete exposure pathways and estimating human health risks

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How much do environmental risk assessor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for environmental risk assessor in the United States is $38.68, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.80 and $54.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What do environmental risk assessors do?

Environmental risk assessors evaluate potential environmental hazards and their impact on human health and ecosystems. They analyze data, conduct site inspections, and use modeling tools to identify risks from pollutants, chemicals, or other hazards, often preparing reports for regulatory agencies. The role requires knowledge of environmental science, risk assessment methods, and relevant regulations.

Do environmentalists get paid well?

Environmental Risk Assessors typically earn competitive salaries that vary by experience, education, and location. Entry-level positions may start lower, but experienced professionals with specialized skills and certifications can earn higher wages, often comparable to other science-related roles.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Environmental Risk Assessor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Environmental Risk Assessor, you need a solid background in environmental science or engineering, analytical skills, and experience with risk assessment methodologies. Proficiency in GIS software, environmental modeling tools, and familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as EPA guidelines are often required. Strong communication, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail are valuable soft skills that help when presenting findings to stakeholders or working in multidisciplinary teams. These competencies are crucial to accurately identifying, evaluating, and mitigating environmental risks for public and environmental safety.

What is the highest paying job in the environmental field?

Environmental Risk Assessors with advanced degrees, extensive experience, and certifications such as Certified Environmental Risk Analyst often earn the highest salaries in the environmental field. Senior roles in environmental consulting, environmental management, or specialized positions in environmental law or policy can also command high compensation, especially in industries like energy, manufacturing, or government agencies.

What are some typical challenges Environmental Risk Assessors face in their daily work?

Environmental Risk Assessors often encounter complex data analysis, evolving regulatory requirements, and the need to balance environmental protection with project development. Working with incomplete data sets or unforeseen site conditions can require flexibility and innovative problem-solving. The role also involves communicating technical findings to non-expert stakeholders, which can be challenging but is critical for effective risk mitigation. Additionally, collaborating with government agencies, engineers, and project managers is a frequent and essential part of the job, fostering both teamwork and professional growth.

What does an Environmental Risk Assessor do?

An Environmental Risk Assessor evaluates potential environmental hazards, such as pollution, chemical exposure, or habitat destruction, to determine their impact on human health and ecosystems. They analyze data, conduct field and laboratory studies, and assess regulatory compliance to minimize environmental risks. Their work helps guide industries, governments, and organizations in making informed decisions to protect the environment and public health.

What is the highest paying job in environmental health?

In environmental health, senior roles such as Environmental Health Director or Environmental Risk Manager tend to have the highest salaries, often exceeding six figures. These positions typically require advanced degrees, extensive experience, and strong leadership skills, and they may involve overseeing large teams or complex projects.
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ENVIRONMENTAL RISK ASSESSOR (A017)

ENVIRONMENTAL RISK ASSESSOR (A017)

ProSidian Consulting

Jacksonville, FL

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago


Job description

Company Description

ProSidian is a Management and Operations Consulting Services Firm focusing on providing value to clients through tailored solutions based on industry-leading practices. ProSidian services focus on the broad spectrum of Enterprise Service Solutions for Risk Management | Compliance | Business Process | IT Effectiveness | Engineering | Environmental | Sustainability | and Human Capital. We help forward-thinking clients solve problems and improve operations.

Launched by former Big 4 Management Consultants; our multidisciplinary teams bring together the talents of nearly 190 professionals globally to complete a wide variety of engagements for Private Companies, Fortune 1,000 Enterprises, and Government Agencies.  Our solution-centric services are deployed across the enterprise, target drivers of economic profit (growth, margin, and efficiency), and are aligned at the intersections of assets, processes, policies, and people delivering value.

ProSidian clients represent a broad spectrum of industries including but not limited to Aerospace And Telecommunications | Consumer Products, Services, And Retail | Development And Sustainability | DOD/Military | Energy, Resources, & Industrials | Financial Services | Government & Public Services | Information Technology, Media, And Telecommunications | Life Sciences & Health Care | Manufacturing And Operations | Nuclear and Environmental | Professional Services |, etc.  Learn More About ProSidian Consulting at www.ProSidian.com.

Job Description

ProSidian Seeks a Environmental Risk Assessor (A017) (CONUS/OCONUS - Jacksonville, FL and the Caribbean | Senior Consultant - Full-Time) to support an engagement for the second largest civil works district in the US Army Corps of Engineers, with an area of responsibility encompassing Florida and the Caribbean.  

This service supports DoD/Military Sector Sector Clients (For Present / Future Requirements) and ProSidian Team Members work as part of a Key Personnel Cadre (Labor Category ) to fulfill BLD - Blended (FFP/T&M) requirements for a provide Environmental Remediation Services, on behalf of the second largest civil works district in the US Army Corps of Engineers, with an area of responsibility encompassing Florida and the Caribbean.

We aspire to build and enhance an exceptional and diverse team of high-achievers who always put mission and the spirit of service first.  This position aligns with functional/technical service requirements and client engagements in the DoD/Military Client Industry Sector - Defense and Military: Services And Solutions That Enable Defense And Military Agencies To Enhance Capabilities, Drive Transformation, Operate Sustainably, And Maintain Mission-Readiness.  Environmental Risk Assessor (A017) Candidates shall work to support requirements for CORHQ-22-R-0317 Environmental Functional Area Services and shall  work as a Environmental Risk Assessor (A017) and

PARTICIPATE IN FUNCTIONAL / TECHNICAL ROLE BASED RESPONSIBILITIES AND SUPPORT RELATED TO:

The ProSidian Engagement Team shall be capable of performing a wide range of Environmental Remediation Services activities, environmental investigations related to remediation, water/wastewater services, industrial hygiene/safety support, and other support activities, environmental conservation activities, pollution prevention activities.

The ProSidian Engagement Team shall provide comprehensive base sustainment, restoration, and modernization support to include the furnishing of all materials, plant, tools, labor costs, and other associated incidentals necessary to complete environmental compliance, evaluation, management and remediation for vertical and horizontal construction inspections, quality assurance and other SRM initiatives as defined in individual Task Orders awarded herein. SRM requires environmental compliance evaluation, remediation and permitting during the preconstruction, construction, and post construction phases.

The Base Support includes an assortment of environmental programs and initiatives supporting a wide variety of critical functions and capabilities to enhance operations and readiness. The ProSidian Engagement Team shall provide comprehensive environmental base support. At a minimum, work may include office automation, customer interface, and technical support required for environmental evaluation, compliance, remediation, and management. This could include, but is not limited to, repository maintenance, document, and justification input for procurement actions; assist in monitoring contract durations; database maintenance and input to various enterprise databases tracking programs. General administrative support may include technical assistance in the organization and maintenance of the official filing systems and repository; data gathering and data entry into the various databases. General technical support may include project review, technical document reviews, prepare scope of work and estimates, and prepare statistical reports.

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Qualifications

TEAM PROSIDIAN PERSONNEL SHALL HAVE EXPERIENCE IN THE FOLLOWING:

All work under this contract shall be conducted in a professional manner that will provide the highest degree of precision and accuracy obtainable for the task being performed. All quality control limits required in each Task Order and set in the work plan shall be strictly adhered to.

Apart from required technical and professional qualifications for the specific tasks, Contractor personnel working on project sites must be certified to work at environmental, Installation Restoration Program (IRP) construction, and Hazardous Toxic and Radioactive Waste (HTRW) sites with both initial and annual Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) certifications as appropriate.

KEY PERSONNEL - RISK ASSESSOR:

Minimum requirements shall be a bachelor's degree in toxicology or environmental sciences preferably with chemistry or biology concentration, five or more years of experience as a risk assessor with a focus on providing support for a variety of environmental projects. Task may include but not be limited to assignments on a wide variety of HTRW sites in addition to other environmental sites in a manner that complies with federal, state, and local regulations and laws.

Skills:

  • Knowledge of OSHA Regulations
  • Comfortable around Heavy Equipment
  • Possess deep knowledge of transport and disposal procedures for safe handling of hazardous materials
  • Familiar with EPA Standards
  • Extensive knowledge in data collection/analyzation
  • Prepare reports and correspondence concerning project specifications, activities and status as well as a customer facing Statement of Work.
  • U.S.  Citizenship Required - You must be a United States Citizen
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills (This employer participates in the e-Verify program)
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, & Adobe)
  • All ProSidian staff must be determined eligible for a "Facility Access Authorization" (also referred to as an "Employment Authorization") by the USG's designated Security Office.
  • Other Requirements and Conditions of Employment Apply
  • May be required to complete a Financial Disclosure Statement
  • Must be able to submit to and qualify for varying levels of background investigative requirements, up to a Top Secret or DOE "Q" clearance.

TRAVEL: 

  • The ProSidian Engagement Team will be required to travel within Continental United States (CONUS), Puerto Rico, and the Caribbean. during the performance of this contract to attend meetings, conferences, and training. Travel will be expensed

RISK LEVEL DESIGNATION:

  • Moderate Risk - background investigations required and Personnel performing labor categories designated at the MODERATE or LOW risk levels must  be either United States Citizens or Lawful Permanent Residents of the United States.

SECURITY:

  • The ProSidian Engagement Team may be required a secret facility clearance from the Defense Security Service. The Contractor's employees, performing work in support of this contract shall have or shall be in a position to obtain security clearances from the Defense Industrial Security Clearance Office.
Additional Information

As a condition of employment, all employees are required to fulfill all requirements of the roles for which they are employed; establish, manage, pursue, and fulfill annual goals and objectives with Documented Goals for each of the firm's Eight ProSidian Global Competencies [1 - Personal Effectiveness | 2 - Continuous Learning | 3 - Leadership | 4 - Client Service | 5 - Business Management | 6 - Business Development | 7 - Technical Expertise | 8 - Innovation & Knowledge Sharing (Thought Leadership)]; and to support all business development and other efforts on behalf of ProSidian Consulting.

CORE COMPETENCIES

  • Teamwork - ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant and effectively as a team leader
  • Leadership - the ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives
  • Business Acumen - understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people
  • Communication - ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing
  • Motivation - persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions
  • Agility - ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or workstreams
  • Judgment - exercises prudence and insight in the decision-making process while being mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications
  • Organization - the ability to manage projects and actions and prioritize tasks

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OTHER REQUIREMENTS

  • Business Tools - understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.
  • Business Tools - understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.
  • Commitment - to work with smart, interesting people with diverse backgrounds to solve the most significant challenges across private, public, and social sectors
  • Curiosity - the ideal candidate exhibits an inquisitive nature and the ability to question the status quo among a community of people they enjoy and teams that work well together
  • Humility - exhibits grace in success and failure while doing meaningful work where skills have impact and make a difference
  • Willingness - to constantly learn, share, and grow and to view the world as their classroom

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BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS

ProSidian Employee Benefits and Highlights: Your good health and well-being are important to ProSidian Consulting. At ProSidian, we invest in our employees to help them stay healthy and achieve work-life balance. That's why we are also pleased to offer the Employee Benefits Program, designed to promote your health and personal welfare. Our growing list of benefits currently includes the following for Full-Time Employees:

  • Competitive Compensation: The pay range begins in the competitive ranges with Group Health Benefits, Pre-tax Employee Benefits, and Performance Incentives. The Company contributes a fixed dollar amount each month towards the Plan you elect for medical and dental benefits. Contributions are deducted on a pre-tax basis.
  • Group Medical Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian partners with BC/BS to offer a range of medical plans, including high-deductible health plans or PPOs. ||| Group Dental Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian dental carriers - Delta, Aetna, Guardian, and MetLife.
  • Group Vision Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian offers high/low vision plans through 2 carriers: Aetna and VSP.
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans help you save for your retirement for eligible employees. A range of investment options is available with a personal financial planner to assist you. The Plan is a pre-tax Safe Harbor 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.
  • Vacation and Paid Time-Off (PTO) Benefits: Eligible employees use PTO for vacation, a doctor's appointment, or any number of events in your life. Currently, these benefits include Vacation/Sick days - 2 weeks/3 days | Holidays - 10 ProSidian and Government Days are given.
  • Pre-Tax Payment Programs: Pre-Tax Payment Programs currently exist in the form of a Premium Only Plan (POP). These Plans offer a full Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan and a tax benefit for eligible employees.
  • Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plans: We want you to achieve financial success. Therefore, we offer a Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plan through The Corporate Perks Benefit Program. This provides special discounts for eligible employees on products and services you buy daily.
  • Security Clearance: Due to the nature of our consulting engagements, there are Security Clearance requirements for Engagement Teams handling sensitive Engagements in the Federal Marketplace. A Security Cl...

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ProSidian is a management and operations consulting firm with a reputation for its strong national practice spanning six solution areas including Risk Management, Energy & Sustainability, Compliance, Business Process, IT Effectiveness, and Talent Management. We help clients improve their operations. Linking strategy to execution, ProSidian assists client leaders in maximizing company return on investment capital through design and execution of operations core to delivering value to customers. Visit www.ProSidian.com or follow the company on Twitter at www.twitter.com/ProSidianfor more information.

Industry

Business schools and computer and management training

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Charlotte, NC, US

Year founded

2004

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