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D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high-quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at www.drhorton.com for more information.
D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Assistant Environmental Manager. The right candidate will manage and direct environmental due diligence assessments performed by outside consultants. Provide guidance to company personnel regarding environmental matters. In addition, assist in the resolution of issues associated with real estate transactions, company assets, and other matters.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Manage approved, external environmental consultants in connection with environmental due diligence assessments, with coordination and involvement of Corporate and Region Environmental Departments and Corporate Counsel
- Review and evaluate environmental and technical reports prepared during company due diligence activities, identify potential issues and assist in the resolution of issues associated with real estate transactions, company assets, and other matters
- Provide guidance to company personnel regarding environmental compliance
- Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
- Ability to travel overnight
- Regular and reliable attendance
- Manage corrective actions with federal, state, and local agencies as needed.
- Additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Geology, Engineering, Chemistry, Biology or a similar field from a four-year college or university
Four to ten years of related experience
Maintain current knowledge of the ASTM Standards for Environmental Site Assessments
Must have a vehicle and a valid driver’s license
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently to balance competing deadlines
Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work well within a team
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications
Proficiency with MS Office and email
Ability to sit for majority of 8-hour workday; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and peripheral vision
The noise level is generally moderate
Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:
Medical, Dental and Vision- 401(K)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Flex Spending Accounts
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
- Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits
Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America’s Builder. #WeBuildPeopleToo
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: TX-ArlingtonOrganization
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: Full-timeJob Posting
: Nov 12, 2026, 4:13:49 PMD.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high-quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at www.drhorton.com for more information.
D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Assistant Environmental Manager. The right candidate will manage and direct environmental due diligence assessments performed by outside consultants. Provide guidance to company personnel regarding environmental matters. In addition, assist in the resolution of issues associated with real estate transactions, company assets, and other matters.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Manage approved, external environmental consultants in connection with environmental due diligence assessments, with coordination and involvement of Corporate and Region Environmental Departments and Corporate Counsel
- Review and evaluate environmental and technical reports prepared during company due diligence activities, identify potential issues and assist in the resolution of issues associated with real estate transactions, company assets, and other matters
- Provide guidance to company personnel regarding environmental compliance
- Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
- Ability to travel overnight
- Regular and reliable attendance
- Manage corrective actions with federal, state, and local agencies as needed.
- Additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Geology, Engineering, Chemistry, Biology or a similar field from a four-year college or university
Four to ten years of related experience
Maintain current knowledge of the ASTM Standards for Environmental Site Assessments
Must have a vehicle and a valid driver’s license
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently to balance competing deadlines
Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work well within a team
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications
Proficiency with MS Office and email
Ability to sit for majority of 8-hour workday; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and peripheral vision
The noise level is generally moderate
Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:
Medical, Dental and Vision- 401(K)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Flex Spending Accounts
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
- Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits
Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America’s Builder. #WeBuildPeopleToo
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: LegalPrimary Location
: TX-ArlingtonOrganization
: CorporateSchedule
: Full-timeJob Posting
: Nov 12, 2026, 4:13:49 PMAssistant Environmental Engineer Jobs by Experience Level
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Who's Hiring
- Healthcare Services26
- Burns & McDonnell9
- Accura HealthCare7
- Crothall Healthcare6
- WSP in the U.S.5
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Education
- Construction & Real Estate
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Science & Research
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant environmental engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering, civil engineering, or a related environmental science field
- Familiarity with EPA regulations including RCRA, CERCLA, Clean Water Act, and Clean Air Act
- Experience or coursework in environmental sampling, field monitoring, and report writing
- Proficiency with AutoCAD, ArcGIS, or environmental data management software
- Engineer-in-Training certification or eligibility to sit for the Fundamentals of Engineering exam
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to field sites as needed
Tips for Your Assistant Environmental Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to EHS acronyms
Many applicant tracking systems screen for terms like RCRA, CERCLA, SPCC, and Phase I ESA before a human ever reads your resume. Match the specific regulatory acronyms listed in each job posting so your application clears the initial filter.
List field sampling methods explicitly
Employers expect hands-on skills, not just classroom knowledge. Name the specific methods you've used, such as soil borings, groundwater monitoring, or air quality sampling, and note any equipment you've operated, like photoionization detectors or water level meters.
Highlight your EIT or FE credential early
If you've passed the Fundamentals of Engineering exam or hold an Engineer-in-Training designation, put it near the top of your resume. Many postings require or strongly prefer it, and burying it in a credentials section means reviewers may miss it entirely.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists assistant environmental engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a technical scenario for interviews
Interviewers frequently ask how you'd handle a spill event, a permit exceedance, or a failed inspection. Prepare one specific example from coursework, an internship, or a project that shows your process for identifying, documenting, and escalating an environmental issue.
Negotiate your professional development budget
Entry-level environmental engineers often overlook asking about support for LEED, CHMM, or PE licensure costs. Bring it up during the offer stage, since many firms budget for it but won't volunteer the information unless you ask directly.
Assistant Environmental Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most assistant environmental engineers?
The most active employers for assistant environmental engineers right now are Healthcare Services, Burns & McDonnell, and Accura HealthCare, and the most openings are in California, Texas, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Environmental consulting firms and infrastructure contractors tend to drive the largest share of entry-level hiring in this field.
How many assistant environmental engineer jobs are remote?
About 35% of assistant environmental engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that much of the role requires on-site field work. Positions focused on regulatory compliance writing, data analysis, and report preparation are the most likely to offer remote or hybrid flexibility.
How do you become an assistant environmental engineer?
Start by earning a bachelor's degree in environmental engineering, civil engineering, or an environmental science field. Gain field experience through internships or co-ops involving site assessments, sampling, or compliance work. Pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to earn your EIT credential. Build familiarity with EPA regulations and GIS tools, then apply to entry-level or assistant-level roles at consulting firms, government agencies, or construction companies.
How do you get hired as an assistant environmental engineer with little experience?
Focus on internship or co-op experience, even unpaid or academic fieldwork, and describe it in concrete terms on your resume, naming the specific regulations, equipment, and deliverables involved. Apply to firms that explicitly hire new graduates, since many environmental consulting practices have structured entry-level pipelines. Earning your EIT credential before applying signals technical readiness and separates you from candidates who haven't taken that step.
What does the assistant environmental engineer interview process look like?
Most processes start with a phone or video screen focused on your background, degree, and regulatory familiarity. A technical interview follows, where you'll typically discuss field sampling procedures, how you'd approach a site assessment, or how you read a phase report. Some firms add a writing exercise or ask you to review a sample data set. Final rounds often include a conversation with a project manager about how you handle fieldwork logistics and client communication.
Where can I find and apply to assistant environmental engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to assistant environmental engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and location preferences, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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