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Manager, Environmental and Geoscience Subject Matter Specialist

KPMG-UnitedStates
Portland, OR
Full-time

Business Title : Manager, Environmental and Geoscience Subject Matter Specialist Requisition Number : 113312 - 1 Function : Audit

Area of Interest : State : AK

City : Anchorage

Description :

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries.

Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities.

With qualities like those, it's no wonder we are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Working Mother Magazine, Diversity Inc.

and others. If you are as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.

KPMG is currently seeking a Manager, Environmental and Geoscience Subject Matter Specialist to join our Audit practice.

Responsibilities :

  • Evaluate and provide advice and conclusions on issues related to the science / engineering and regulatory aspects of client environmental liabilities and asset retirement obligations
  • Work with the client to coordinate information requests, timing of site tours and / or interviews and discussions
  • Review available information for specific locations selected for assessment including proposed remediation technology, regulatory directives and estimated costs for the proposed remediation effort
  • Collaborate with engagement team manager and / or Partner to plan budget, timing and deliverables for engagement
  • Review regulatory authority databases to determine completeness of client provided scope of activity for each location
  • Provide ongoing support to engagement teams as requested throughout the engagement, often conferring with managers and partners about specific issues or questions

Qualifications :

  • Minimum ten years of recent work experience in environmental remediation / reclamation specific to soil and groundwater issues with knowledge of air pollution issues, which should include site assessments, feasibility studies, remediation technologies and implementation and remediation closure
  • Bachelor’s degree and / or preferably advanced degree from an accredited college / university, in science or engineering related to environmental and geoscience issues;

licensed as a Professional Geologist or Professional Engineer preferred

Proven experience in environmental remediation related to chemical manufacturing, mine closure and reclamation, electric power and oil and gas production-refining-retail;

knowledge of the governing regulations associated with federal and state oversight of environmental impacts and remediation

Experienced in developing environmental remediation cost estimates and knowledge of cost estimating resources including RS Means and RACER;

experience with both commercial and federal environmental remediation

  • Ability to communicate clearly both written and verbally
  • Extensive travel may be required (300CAS)

KPMG complies with all local / state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed.

Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations.

In addition, the firm is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle.

Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health.

Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year.

Additionally, each year the firm publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides two firmwide breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off;

one is at year end and the other is around the July 4th holiday. Additional details about our benefits can be found towards the bottom of our KPMG US Careers site at Benefits & How We Work .

Follow this link to obtain salary ranges by city outside of CA : KPMG LLP (the member firm of KPMG International) offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

KPMG is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring.

All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

The attached link contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws.

No phone calls or agencies please.KPMG does not currently require partners or employees to be fully vaccinated or test negative for COVID-19 in order to go to KPMG offices, client sites or KPMG events, except when mandated by federal, state or local law.

In some circumstances, clients also may require proof of vaccination or testing (, to go to the client site). KPMG recruits on a rolling basis.

Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them. GL : 4

GF : 15312

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