Environmental Scientist Jobs in New York
Environmental Scientist jobs in New York are among the most active in the country, with strong demand from state agencies, consulting firms, and regulated industries that require environmental compliance work at every level from entry-level technician through senior project scientist. The heaviest hiring concentrates in New York City, Albany, and Buffalo, where employers like AECOM, WSP Global, and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation maintain substantial operations. The most in-demand specialties are remediation and brownfield redevelopment, air quality permitting, and wetlands and water resources. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The GPI Albany, NY office is seeking a full-time, team-oriented, self-motivated Environmental Scientist with eight (8) plus years’ experience as a consultant and/or scientist in an environmental consulting firm or environmental/governmental agency. The qualified Environmental Scientist will process a wide range of environmental aspects of a variety of projects, perform technical fieldwork, prepare reports, coordinate with stakeholders and resource agencies, and manage key tasks, while serving in a support role for multi-disciplinary projects. The candidate must possess strong writing, verbal, and problem-solving skills. Do you value a company that puts employee satisfaction at the forefront of who they are? If so, GPI wants you!
GPI is a multi-discipline engineering firm providing planning, design, and construction services for transportation infrastructure and building system projects throughout the United States for over 50 years. Ranked in the Top 100 Firms by Engineering News Record, GPI is a forward-thinking, innovative firm with a culture committed to excellence and that fosters staff empowerment. For more information, visit: www.gpinet.com
Responsibilities:
- Serve as a technical lead, guiding the Environmental group on best practices, decisions, troubleshooting, and QA/QC.
- Maintain effective communication with project managers, clients, and cross-functional teams.
- Ensure effective resource allocation, adequate staffing, and utilization to meet project deadlines.
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Manage environmental components of civil highway, structural, and land development projects, including:
- Evaluate applicable environmental regulations (NYSDEC Article 15 and 24, USACOE Section 10 and 404, NYSDOS Coastal Policies, NYSHPO Cultural Resource Section 106, ESA Section 7, etc.);
- Prepare permit applications to abide by such regulations; provide engineers and clients guidance and interpretation on interdisciplinary environmental protection laws, regulations and permit jurisdictions;
- Utilize computer programs and technologies such as GIS and GPS to review and process projects.
- Review engineered project plan sets and work with project managers and engineers to ensure projects are designed with appropriate environmental elements.
- Perform landscape-level resource analysis and impact assessment at individual project sites that include stream or wetland crossings, conduct or assist with formal wetland and waterway delineations, be familiar with endangered or threatened species issues, and understand habitat and ecology principles and functions. Knowledge of Northeastern US plant identification and biology is useful, as well as possessing an understanding of stream and wetland dynamics, restoration, and mitigation.
- Undertake extensive interface with client representatives, government agency personnel, and the public on civil project development and environmental review and permitting procedures. This may include frequent field visits to project sites with various entities to complete an analysis of environmental and resource impacts and conformance to regulatory standards.
- Interpret and assist in the development of civil highway, bridge, and land development design plan sets, details, and specifications. Technical and persuasive writing of reports, letters, emails, and public presentations.
Qualifications:
- BA or BS in Biology, Environmental Science, or closely related natural resource field required.
- Over eight years of experience as a consultant and/or scientist in an environmental consulting firm or environmental/governmental agency preferred.
- Maintain a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for final consideration
- Read, write, and understand plans and directions given in the English language
- Basic computer skills with the ability to create and edit Microsoft Word and Excel documents, create Outlook emails and utilize SharePoint and Microsoft Teams to communicate with other team members
- Able to traverse a construction job site consisting of uneven ground varying in height and consistency of material, with a variation of elevation 19" or less (mud, gravel, rutted ground, etc.)
- Able to wear GPI required PPE, i.e., hard hats, safety vest, work boots, and/or safety glasses/goggles while working
- Able to move equipment or inspection specimens weighing up to 50 pounds
GPI offers excellent benefits, including a 401(k) plan, ESOP, medical/dental/vision plans, paid time off, and more. GPI is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. D/V
Notice To Third-Party Agencies
GPI does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters and/or agencies. Any staffing employment agency, person, or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of GPI and has the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person, or entity.
GPI will not pay a placement fee unless the agency or recruiter has a signed contract with GPI’s Corporate Human Resources department in advance of submitting a candidate for consideration. Staffing/employment agencies must submit applicants to the designated GPI recruiter to be eligible for a placement fee. Verbal and written approvals will not be considered a valid contract for service.
Work Authorization
In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one that is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is typically not available for entry-level positions. GPI participates in E-Verify. Know your Right to Work.
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Thank you for your interest in Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. (GPI). By applying, you may receive periodic email notifications about career opportunities. These communications are designed to keep you informed of new and exciting openings across our organization. You can opt out of these notifications at any time.
The GPI Albany, NY office is seeking a full-time, team-oriented, self-motivated Environmental Scientist with eight (8) plus years’ experience as a consultant and/or scientist in an environmental consulting firm or environmental/governmental agency. The qualified Environmental Scientist will process a wide range of environmental aspects of a variety of projects, perform technical fieldwork, prepare reports, coordinate with stakeholders and resource agencies, and manage key tasks, while serving in a support role for multi-disciplinary projects. The candidate must possess strong writing, verbal, and problem-solving skills. Do you value a company that puts employee satisfaction at the forefront of who they are? If so, GPI wants you!
GPI is a multi-discipline engineering firm providing planning, design, and construction services for transportation infrastructure and building system projects throughout the United States for over 50 years. Ranked in the Top 100 Firms by Engineering News Record, GPI is a forward-thinking, innovative firm with a culture committed to excellence and that fosters staff empowerment. For more information, visit: www.gpinet.com
Responsibilities:
- Serve as a technical lead, guiding the Environmental group on best practices, decisions, troubleshooting, and QA/QC.
- Maintain effective communication with project managers, clients, and cross-functional teams.
- Ensure effective resource allocation, adequate staffing, and utilization to meet project deadlines.
-
Manage environmental components of civil highway, structural, and land development projects, including:
- Evaluate applicable environmental regulations (NYSDEC Article 15 and 24, USACOE Section 10 and 404, NYSDOS Coastal Policies, NYSHPO Cultural Resource Section 106, ESA Section 7, etc.);
- Prepare permit applications to abide by such regulations; provide engineers and clients guidance and interpretation on interdisciplinary environmental protection laws, regulations and permit jurisdictions;
- Utilize computer programs and technologies such as GIS and GPS to review and process projects.
- Review engineered project plan sets and work with project managers and engineers to ensure projects are designed with appropriate environmental elements.
- Perform landscape-level resource analysis and impact assessment at individual project sites that include stream or wetland crossings, conduct or assist with formal wetland and waterway delineations, be familiar with endangered or threatened species issues, and understand habitat and ecology principles and functions. Knowledge of Northeastern US plant identification and biology is useful, as well as possessing an understanding of stream and wetland dynamics, restoration, and mitigation.
- Undertake extensive interface with client representatives, government agency personnel, and the public on civil project development and environmental review and permitting procedures. This may include frequent field visits to project sites with various entities to complete an analysis of environmental and resource impacts and conformance to regulatory standards.
- Interpret and assist in the development of civil highway, bridge, and land development design plan sets, details, and specifications. Technical and persuasive writing of reports, letters, emails, and public presentations.
Qualifications:
- BA or BS in Biology, Environmental Science, or closely related natural resource field required.
- Over eight years of experience as a consultant and/or scientist in an environmental consulting firm or environmental/governmental agency preferred.
- Maintain a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for final consideration
- Read, write, and understand plans and directions given in the English language
- Basic computer skills with the ability to create and edit Microsoft Word and Excel documents, create Outlook emails and utilize SharePoint and Microsoft Teams to communicate with other team members
- Able to traverse a construction job site consisting of uneven ground varying in height and consistency of material, with a variation of elevation 19" or less (mud, gravel, rutted ground, etc.)
- Able to wear GPI required PPE, i.e., hard hats, safety vest, work boots, and/or safety glasses/goggles while working
- Able to move equipment or inspection specimens weighing up to 50 pounds
GPI offers excellent benefits, including a 401(k) plan, ESOP, medical/dental/vision plans, paid time off, and more. GPI is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. D/V
Notice To Third-Party Agencies
GPI does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters and/or agencies. Any staffing employment agency, person, or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of GPI and has the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person, or entity.
GPI will not pay a placement fee unless the agency or recruiter has a signed contract with GPI’s Corporate Human Resources department in advance of submitting a candidate for consideration. Staffing/employment agencies must submit applicants to the designated GPI recruiter to be eligible for a placement fee. Verbal and written approvals will not be considered a valid contract for service.
Work Authorization
In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one that is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is typically not available for entry-level positions. GPI participates in E-Verify. Know your Right to Work.
Email Communications
Thank you for your interest in Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. (GPI). By applying, you may receive periodic email notifications about career opportunities. These communications are designed to keep you informed of new and exciting openings across our organization. You can opt out of these notifications at any time.
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What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in environmental scientist jobs across New York.
- Bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, chemistry, or a closely related field
- Familiarity with New York State DEC regulations and environmental compliance requirements
- Experience conducting Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments
- Proficiency in GIS software and environmental data management platforms
- Knowledge of CERCLA, RCRA, and SPDES permit requirements relevant to New York projects
- Strong technical writing skills for reports, permits, and agency submissions
Environmental Scientist Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a environmental scientist in New York?
Most environmental scientist roles in New York require at minimum a bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, or chemistry, with many employers preferring a master's for project-level work. New York does not issue a state license specifically for environmental scientists, but professionals pursuing soil and site remediation work often obtain certification through the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation's Brownfield Cleanup Program standards. Building field hours and DEC-recognized training strengthens candidacy significantly.
How much do environmental scientists make in New York?
Environmental scientists in New York earn a median of about $82,160 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $58,240 for the lowest 10% to over $139,490 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire environmental scientists in New York?
Employers hiring environmental scientists in New York right now include Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, and HDR, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. New York's mix of large engineering consultancies, public utilities, and state and municipal agencies means openings appear across both the private sector and government, with consulting firms consistently posting the highest volume.
Which New York cities have the most environmental scientist jobs?
New York, Syracuse, and Queens have the most environmental scientist openings in New York. New York City leads because of its concentration of environmental consulting firms, major infrastructure projects, and regulated industrial sites, while Albany draws demand from state agency headquarters including the DEC, and Buffalo benefits from ongoing brownfield redevelopment tied to its industrial history along the Great Lakes corridor.
Are there remote environmental scientist jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're rare. Environmental science is fundamentally a field-based profession, and most New York roles require site visits, field sampling, or in-person regulatory coordination. About 27% of environmental scientist openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to concentrate in data analysis, report writing, GIS work, and environmental compliance review rather than hands-on fieldwork.
How can I get hired as a environmental scientist in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to field technician or environmental scientist I roles at consulting firms, where you work alongside licensed professionals on site assessments and remediation projects. Large New York-based consultancies and engineering firms regularly hire new graduates into junior roles that build DEC-recognized field hours. Completing coursework or internships tied to New York's Brownfield Cleanup Program, and earning a 40-hour HAZWOPER certification before applying, gives candidates a concrete edge over the competition.
Where can I find and apply to environmental scientist jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to environmental scientist jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your background and location, and apply directly through each listing.
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