Director, Environmental Solutions

About The Opportunity:

FTI Consulting Inc.’s Environmental Solutions Wayne, PA office is seeking a director level professional with experience in the environmental sciences. The types of experience required cover a broad range of topics including the following:

• Environmental statutes and regulations, with an emphasis on CERCLA and the National Contingency Plan
• Investigation and remediation for contaminated sites, particularly urban rivers and waterways
• Environmental forensics
• Cost allocation analysis for sites involving multiple Potentially Responsible Parties
• Expert report preparation and testimony
• Database management
• Data analysis and QA/QC
• Geographic information systems
• Technical literature research

Primary Duties:

• The ideal candidate will have knowledge of the CERCLA process for environmental investigation and cleanup sites, especially sediment sites.
• Effective communication is essential for this position.
• The job requires the ability to analyze expert reports and position papers in the context of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) proceedings and render neutral analyses and recommendations in the context of mediation, arbitration, or litigation.
• Working knowledge of a broad range of software programs and file formats, and the ability to successfully troubleshoot data compatibility issues.
• The duties for this position will include overseeing or conducting research in a wide variety of repositories to identify and obtain potentially relevant records.
• The applicant will also be expected to undertake other duties as assigned, including out-of-state travel lasting up to 1 week per trip.
• Perform detailed analyses of relevant data, with recommendations as appropriate; use creative problem solving skills.
• Identify essential facts; summarize case information.

Basic Qualifications:

• B.S. and Master’s Degree (preferred) in related field
• Microsoft Office (Word, Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Operating System
• Able to type 45 wpm with 90 percent accuracy

Preferred Skills:

• 5 - 8 years related experience in environmental sciences
• Site investigation and characterization for contaminated sediment sites
• Litigation support and expert witness experience on matters relating to cost allocation for environmental cleanup or restoration actions
• Ability to think analytically and critically
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to solve problems while exhibiting good judgment
• Commitment to producing high quality analysis
• Internet research skills including knowledge of search engines, key word searches, and electronic resources
• Ability to perform a wide variety of tasks and respond appropriately to unexpected delays or schedule changes
• Ability to operate independently, using independent judgment and discretion in analyses
• Commitments to providing professional services and have strong team orientation
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and set goals
• Excellent organizational skills

Position Classification: Exempt

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