About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Environmental Consultant to join the Real Estate Valuation Services (REVS) Environmental group. This role supports environmental risk management for commercial real estate lending in the southeastern United States and works within a broader team that covers Wells Fargo’s domestic and international footprint.
In this role, you will:
- Determine tasks, work scope and due diligence level based on the profile of the project
- Approve third party consultant reports for adequacy and conformance to industry standards and explain complex remediation methods or concepts to ensure informed decisions are made prior to loan approvals
- Make decisions in technical data to identify potential environmental risks and regulatory compliance
- Collaborate and consult with external vendors and relationship managers to resolve issues and achieve deliverables
- Assist a team in training and guidance of new hires
- Review of environmental investigations of complex and visual properties, including Risk Class 1, 2 or 3 sites
- Determines tasks, work scope and due diligence level based on the profile of the project
- Determines and approves Phase II protocol and scope of work including soil testing, water testing ground water testing and remediation solutions
- Interprets scientific and technical information and advises lending officers regarding environmental and reputational risk impacts that may affect the quality and value of property
- Explains complex remediation methods and concepts to ensure informed decisions are made prior to loan approvals
- Identifies contingencies that must clear before loan closing or foreclosure
- Develops complex project risk profile analysis and recommends appropriate risk mitigation approaches
- Assesses reputational risk
- Reviews technical data to identify potential environmental risks and regulatory compliance, analyzes reports in light of WF's risk tolerance
- Responsible for external vendor selection based on project characteristics
- May assist in the development of policies and procedures
Work locations: Orlando, Florida; Tampa, Florida; Charlotte, North Carolina and Atlanta, Georgia
*Open to other locations in the Southeast
*Work from home (remote) opportunity
Required Qualifications:
- 5+ years of construction or environmental engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
- American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) qualifications in line with E1527 or E2018
Desired Qualifications:
- BS Degree (Environmental/Engineering/Geology) with at least 5 years of progressive experience and responsibilities in the fields of environmental risk management or environmental consulting
- Knowledge and understanding of environmental risk management lending issues
- Strong knowledge and understanding of ASTM E1527-13 and -21 standards and US Small Business Administration Standard Operating Procedure (SOP 50 10 7)
- Demonstrated ability to review and evaluate Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), Phase II ESAs, remedial investigation, remedial action plans, and other limited-scope environmental due diligence reports
- Demonstrated ability to review and evaluate complex environmental issues, including quantification of remedial costs and schedules, and determining scope of work for Phase II investigations to assess soil, soil vapor, groundwater, and vapor intrusion issues
- Proven ability in communicating policy and environmental issues with lending representatives
- Knowledge and understanding of local/regional environmental regulations and regulatory agencies in the southeast United States
- Experience supporting GSE- Related projects is desired including Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, HUD
- Demonstrated ability to document and communicate complex review findings in actionable business terms
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Exceptional organization skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team environment
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately
- Customer service focus with experience actively listening, eliciting information, comprehending customer issues/needs, and recommending solutions
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Self-motivated with a high level of initiative and accountability
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a structured environment
- Advanced Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook) skills
Job Expectations:
- Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
Posting End Date:
24 Apr 2025
*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
We Value Diversity
At Wells Fargo, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace; accordingly, we welcome applications for employment from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, individuals with disabilities, pregnancy, marital status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit’s risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.
Candidates applying to job openings posted in US: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.
Applicants with Disabilities
To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.
Drug and Alcohol Policy
Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.
Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:
a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.
b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.
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Wells Fargo Charlotte, North Carolina, USA Office
355 W Martin Luther King, Jr BLVD, Charlotte, NC, United States, 28202
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