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Peraton

CORA Assessor

Herndon, VA · On-site

$86K - $138K/yr

... environments. * Conduct pre-inspection planning, technical deep dives, evidence collection ... Produce assessment artifacts: scorecards, findings, risk analyses, and actionable remediation ...

Melroseresources

Environmental Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

Experience is required in environmental risk assessment, air pollution, disposal and waste management, environmental modelling and dynamic simulation packages, process design and operations and ...

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To thrive as a Freelance Environmental Risk Assessor, you need a strong background in environmental science, risk analysis, and regulatory compliance, typically supported by a relevant degree and professional experience. Familiarity with GIS software, environmental modeling tools, and knowledge of environmental regulations and certifications such as ISO 14001 are important. Excellent communication, analytical thinking, and project management skills help you effectively interpret data and present findings to clients. These skills and qualifications are essential for providing accurate assessments, ensuring regulatory adherence, and maintaining client trust in diverse environmental projects.

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A Freelance Environmental Risk Assessor evaluates potential environmental hazards associated with various projects, such as construction or industrial operations. They analyze data, conduct site visits, and prepare reports to identify risks to human health and the environment. Working independently, they provide recommendations for mitigating these risks and ensure compliance with environmental regulations. Their clients may include government agencies, private companies, or non-profit organizations.
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Environmental Risk, Associate

Environmental Risk, Associate

JP Morgan Chase

Columbus, OH • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 28 days ago

JPMorgan Chase & Co. rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 467 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

47th of 141 rated banks

Job description

Bring your expertise to JPMorganChase. As part of Risk Management and Compliance, you are at the center of keeping JPMorganChase strong and resilient. You help the firm grow its business in a responsible way by anticipating new and emerging risks, and using your expert judgement to solve real-world challenges that impact our company, customers and communities. Our culture in Risk Management and Compliance is all about thinking outside the box, challenging the status quo and striving to be best-in-class.

As an Environmental Credit Risk Associate on the Commercial and Investment Bank Credit Risk Management Team, you will be responsible for reviewing and analyzing environmental reports for real estate lending transactions.   You will utilize your quantitative and qualitative skills to analyze environmental credit risk for various lines of business.  Our team is responsible for evaluating environmental risk through traditional lending activity.  

Job Responsibilities

  • Review environmental records/reports related to commercial real estate secured loan transactions.  Prepare review memoranda.  Procure environmental reports from qualified consultants when required in connection with guidelines and procedures.
  • Conduct collateral-asset analysis on real estate lending, management, and acquisition/ disposition processes.  Serve as a link between Bank personnel and the information provided in environmental reports.  Provide timely review, analyses, and recommendations.
  • Obtain and review Phase I ESAs and other investigations or surveys from approved environmental firms for commercial real estate loans in default.
  • Coordinate and monitor and/or manage requests for proposals, project scope definition, job award, and work-product review of environmental consultants.
  • Perform independent research of available resources to supplement environmental information in connection with real estate collateral.
  • Assist management with the development of standardized documentation in connection with environmental inspection checklists, questionnaires, and requests for service. 
  • Perform special projects as assigned including analysis of environmental exposures in connection with bank acquisitions and audit responses.
  • Assist in qualifying environmental firms to perform work for the Bank.
  • Perform environmental reviews involving complex environmental reports and property situations, such as contaminated properties undergoing or in need of remediation.
  • Critically review scopes of work for Phase II subsurface investigations and remedial action plans.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

  • Concise oral and written communication skills; frequent interaction with internal managers, bankers, customers, external vendors, and other external representatives; networking with industry peers; make speeches or presentations; produce and distribute non-routine written materials with technical content, such as correspondence/memoranda, reports and information summaries.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent education in environmental sciences or related fields, and may hold other professional designations or certifications as appropriate depending on the nature of assignments (ie. Registered Environmental Assessor, Certified Asbestos Consultant, etc.).
  • At least seven years of experience administering environmental investigations, risk management and loss prevention programs with an environmental consultant, lender or property management firm protecting that organization's or clients' commercial real estate activities and assets.
JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process. 

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world. 

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