Risk Assessment Practice Leader
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LocationUS-MO-Kansas City
Typefull-time
SeniorityLead
Experience14+ yrs
DepartmentEnvironmental Services
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 22, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live1d ago
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Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Toxicology, Public Health, or related life science discipline
Minimum 14 years of related professional experience in environmental risk assessment
Minimum 13 years of related professional experience with a Master's degree
Strong understanding of applicable CERCLA, RCRA and state-led regulations and regulatory programs
Strong field experience and knowledge of environmental field investigation techniques
Expert knowledge of environmental site assessment methods
Expert knowledge of environmental compliance and compliance audits
Expert knowledge of the environmental permitting process
Expert knowledge of GPS and working in the ArcGIS desktop environment
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work within a Team framework
Self-motivation and the ability to multi-task
Ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of project-related matters
Strong vapor intrusion experience preferred
Experience conducting risk assessments on emerging contaminants
Technical leadership and project management experience
Professional registration is preferred
Must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges
Skills
ArcGIS
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
GPS
About the role
Burns & McDonnell is seeking an associate-level Human Health Risk Assessment Practice Leader to help shape technical direction, lead challenging projects, and strengthen client relationships within our Environmental Services group. Join a 100% employee-owned firm, most recently ranked #11 in Top Environmental Firms by Engineering News-Record.
The Risk Assessment Practice Leader will combine hands-on technical leadership with the opportunity to develop people, guide project strategy, and build lasting client relationships. You will lead project teams serving an established portfolio of public- and private-sector clients, manage risk assessment projects and tasks, and advance technical thought leadership through industry trade organizations, conference presentations, and mentorship.
Bring an entrepreneurial mindset to a role where your technical judgment can influence project strategy and help clients address their most challenging environmental issues. You will have opportunities to apply new technologies and approaches, expand your professional impact, and help other professionals grow within one of the industry’s leading firms.
This opportunity is well suited to an experienced environmental assessment and remediation consultant who wants to pair deep technical expertise with practice leadership. Successful candidates will bring technical leadership in risk assessment and vapor intrusion, proficient project management skills, and demonstrated success developing and executing human health risk assessment and vapor intrusion projects. Experience overseeing ecological risk assessments and developing regulatory site management strategies under CERCLA, RCRA, and state regulatory programs is a plus, as are existing client relationships. Some travel is required, and professional registration is preferred.
Duties Include:
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Lead project teams delivering human health and ecological risk assessments consistent with federal and state standards.
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Mentor less experienced professionals, provide technical guidance, and help coordinate training, career development, and thought leadership within your areas of expertise.
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Help clients engage stakeholders on complex issues involving contaminant toxicology, vapor intrusion, and risk assessment.
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Guide project implementation, quality assurance and quality control, scheduling, and budget management to deliver high-quality work.
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Contribute to marketing and client relationship development, and maintain regular communication with clients, agencies, subcontractors, and other external partners.
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Shape project strategy and lead preparation of risk assessment and vapor intrusion work plans and reports for CERCLA, RCRA, and other state-led programs.
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Balance billable project delivery with non-billable responsibilities, including technical leadership, mentorship, and client development.
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Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Toxicology, Public Health, or related life science discipline or related field, from an accredited curriculum.
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Minimum 14 years of related professional experience in environmental risk assessment; minimum 13 years with a Master’s degree.
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Strong vapor intrusion experience preferred.
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Strong understanding of and current knowledge of applicable CERCLA, RCRA and state-led regulations and regulatory programs.
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Strong field experience and knowledge of environmental field investigation techniques required.
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Expert knowledge of environmental site assessment methods.
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Expert knowledge of environmental compliance and compliance audits.
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Expert knowledge of the environmental permitting process.
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Expert knowledge of GPS and working in the ArcGIS desktop environment.
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Experience conducting risk assessments on emerging contaminants is preferred.
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Must be proficient in the use of computer software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
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Technical leadership and project management experience is preferred.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to work within a Team framework.
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Self-motivation and the ability to multi-task (write reports, analyze data, perform technical project tasks, etc.) are also a prerequisite.
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Must have ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of project-related matters.
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Must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company’s vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company’s Motor Vehicle Safety Policy.
About the company
Burns & McDonnell is making the world a better place every day. When we take on some of the world’s toughest challenges, we’re putting the industry’s best thinking to work, striving to create amazing success for our clients and amazing careers for our employee-owners. Our staff of more than 7,000 engineers, architects, construction professionals, scientists, consultants and business professionals is constantly growing.
We have offices and projects across the U.S. and around the globe. We are proud to rank among FORTUNE magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. Our culture, powered by 100% employee ownership, plays a major role in getting us there. Each employee brings a high level of commitment to every project. Clients have shown their appreciation of this dedication, rewarding us with a 90% repeat business rate and decades-long partnerships. That’s pretty cool for a firm that started as a small engineering consulting shop back in 1898.
At Burns & McDonnell, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference while fulfilling your personal and professional ambitions. Our entrepreneurial culture lets you guide your destiny and shape the path your career travels. And with hundreds of service specialties, your career and development options are endless.
Are you ready to create amazing?
Burns & McDonnell is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
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