Senior Environmental Professional

Company: V3 Companies
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Join the V3 Team! We are seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Professional to lead environmental due diligence and EHS compliance investigations. The ideal candidate must be intrinsically motivated, have an entrepreneurial mindset, and have an established business development track-record. V3 emphasizes empowering staff to practice our profession passionately with excellence. The primary emphasis of the role is to support real estate transaction environmental due diligence and EHS regulatory compliance needs for a variety of public and private-sector clients. General responsibilities: Primary role of the Senior Environmental Professional is to lead and manage the environmental due diligence and environmental health and safety service line. Projects may include: Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) Environmental compliance audits Health and safety reviews Providing environmental consulting services for real estate transactions and redevelopment. Evaluate all types of real estate, business transactions and industrial operations. Analyze and recognize potential environmental impact and compliance issues, as well as legacy environmental liabilities, and provide clear and concise findings, recommendations, and options regarding client deliverables. Coordinate and manage due diligence products, including multi-site portfolios and teams in support of financial and industrial mergers, divestitures, and acquisitions. Supporting development efforts, including preparation of technical and cost proposals, to grow environmental due diligence and EHS compliance work with existing and new clients. Develop and maintain client relationships, including identifying new opportunities and preparing technical and cost proposals. Lead, mentor, and support project teams to meet scope, schedule, and budget goals. Participate in professional development through conferences and continuing education. Contribute to V3’s One Team culture by assisting on projects beyond core responsibilities. Travel up to 20%. Candidates will have experience with the following Technical/Regulatory Program Areas: Phase I Environmental Site Assessment / All Appropriate Inquiry Air emissions permitting and control EPCRA – Tier II / TRI EH&S compliance auditing Wastewater/stormwater permitting, monitoring, and reporting Hazardous waste management SPCC/SWPPP/ICP development Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, health, or related field (Master’s preferred). 10 years of experience in environmental due diligence, compliance evaluations, and applicable EH&S laws and regulations. Experience with regulatory site closure and remediation (preferred). Proven ability to assess diverse property, industry, and transaction types. Strong knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations with excellent research skills. Exceptional judgment, attention to detail, and consistency. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to engage clients, teams, contractors, and regulators. Skilled at translating environmental and regulatory issues into clear business terms for clients. Able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to shifting priorities. Strong multitasking and time-management abilities to meet deadlines and budgets. Demonstrated business development success and professional engagement. 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification (preferred). Benefits Competitive salary, benefits, and performance-based bonuses. Health Savings Account with V3 funding contribution. Retirement plan with up to 6% company 401k match. Paid time off, holidays, and volunteer paid time off. Professional development opportunities. Collaborative and supportive work environment. Join Our Team! Explore our website at www.v3co.com to learn more about us! V3 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: disability / veteran V3COJOBS

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