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Cymertek

Security Control Assessor (SCA)

Aurora, CO · On-site

... environment. Join us to contribute to safeguarding our systems and ensuring ongoing compliance with ... Experience with security audits and risk assessments * Knowledge of regulatory compliance ...

True Anomaly

Enterprise Risk Analyst

Denver, CO · On-site

S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground ... Execute vendor risk assessments as part of the onboarding and periodic review lifecycle, including ...

Asurion

Director, Cyber Risk

Sterling, CO

Lead enterprise cyber risk assessments across technology, business, regulatory, and emerging-risk ... FAIR-based quantification experience; background in regulated or consumer-facing environments ...

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As of Jul 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for environmental risk assessor in Colorado is $40.68, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.00 and $57.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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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 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.

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Senior Environmental Consultant - Environmental Engineering Practice

Hanchey

Denver, CO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description


KEY OBJECTIVES:The Senior Environmental Consultant for the Environmental Engineering Practice will support the execution of technical engineering evaluation requests from the Environmental Risk underwriting team on a pre and post bind basis. Core responsibilities include leading underwriting phone surveys with existing or potential insureds, conducting environmental document reviews in support of underwriting, supporting policy submission, providing value-added services for insureds, developing and administering training programs, meeting attendance, performing account site visits as required by underwriting management, conducting in-office consultations, and researching existing and emerging risks.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Technical
    • Maintain a broad technical expertise in environmental risk evaluations and environmental insurance coverages.
    • Collaborate with internal and external engineers and environmental scientists in completing assessment of risk for current and prospective Environmental Risk insureds.
    • Develop technical risk evaluation work products.
    • Review and summarize findings of Environmental Database Searches.
    • Provide risk consultation to underwriting business partners and Regional Management.
    • Support the preparation and delivery of value-added products and services for insureds.
  • Financial
    • Complete technical evaluations within expected time frames and levels of effort.
    • Assist with development of budget estimates for large scale risk evaluations.
  • Process
    • Reporting to the Program Manager, complete all risk evaluation assignments within established deadlines.
    • Pro-active communication with Program Manager and underwriting business partners on account review status, and changes to initial work request.
    • Support as needed Quality Review of internal or external risk engineers' work product or deliverable.

Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Four-year college degree from an accredited institution in science or engineering.
  • Minimum of ten years of environmental consulting experience; three years supporting environmental insurance risk evaluations is a plus.
  • Proficient with multiple database software programs, MS Office software products, financial tools, and project management programs.
  • Requires comprehensive and in-depth knowledge of federal environmental regulations, including general broad knowledge of HSE best management practices and site remediation programs.
  • Excellent written and communication skills required for general correspondence, technical report preparation and internal and external (insureds) presentation or training delivery.

DESIRED SKILLS AND BEHAVIORS:
  • Combines both logical and conceptual thinking to draw conclusions from complex technical information.
  • Closely coordinates with Program Manager on program goals and service delivery improvements.
  • Produces quality written products within required deadlines, which may include expedited project requests.
  • Demonstrates initiative and ownership in seeking and addressing opportunities and correcting or overcoming problems.
  • Demonstrates high energy and focus.
  • Develops relationships and works well with others, including in remote work environments.
  • Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Location - US-Based (location flexible)
Travel - 10% travel domestically.
May be required to work with or in an environment that contains unpleasant conditions, and/or chemicals or hazardous materials.
Benefits
Company offers a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits package including life, health and dental, vision, a generous retirement savings plan, disability coverage, stock purchase plan, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, and business casual dress.

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