Project Environmental Scientist / Geologist / Engineer

1w1 week ago

Weston & Sampson

Reading, US · Full-time · $70,000 – $100,000

About this role

Weston & Sampson seeks an Environmental Scientist / Geologist / Engineer with 5-10 years of experience for a hybrid environment (office/field and remote) based out of Reading, MA or Portsmouth, NH offices. This role involves a strong work ethic and joining a growing team on environmental assessment, remediation, brownfield redevelopment, and multi-disciplinary projects. The candidate will focus on contaminated sites under Massachusetts Contingency Plan (MCP) and/or NHDES Env-Or 600 Rules.

The successful candidate is well-rounded, familiar with MassDEP and/or NHDES regulations, emphasizing assessment and remediation. They may be on track for PG/PE and/or LSP licenses. Daily work includes preparing plans, leading tasks, and managing projects in MA and NH.

Our environmental discipline comprises scientists, engineers, and geologists dedicated to enhancing, protecting, and sustaining the natural and built environment. This improves quality of life through impactful projects. The team collaborates on diverse initiatives.

Responsibilities include training junior staff, developing project scopes, and pursuing new opportunities via client relationships. Growth involves mentoring, professional organizations, and business development. Internal and external training is encouraged to foster curiosity and excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in environmental science, geology, engineering, or related field.
5 to 10 years of experience.
Experience working in the environmental field with focus on site investigation and remediation of contaminated sites in MA and/or NH and familiarity and experience working with the MCP.
Experience overseeing field services (e.g., construction oversight, soils logging, drilling oversight, sampling of environmental media).
Ability to manage the workload demands of diverse projects and track and achieve regulatory and project deadlines.
Taking ownership of tasks and working collaboratively to achieve client objectives and project goals, including experience delegating and mentoring.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

Prepare sampling and analysis plans, reports documenting environmental assessment activities, remedial planning documents, and related activities in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations.
Lead project tasks associated with environmental assessments and engineering studies and designs using recognized industry standards and regulatory-compliant approaches at assessment, cleanup and brownfields redevelopment projects in MA and NH.
Train and mentor junior staff and oversee junior staff conducting field work.
Help develop and define project scope, schedule, and fee, including work procedures, staffing, and sub-consultant assignments.
Manage multiple project tasks and assist Project Managers and/or Team Leaders with technical, budgetary and client management aspects of projects, as well as assisting in monitoring and management of project schedules.
Participate in professional organizations and technical committees.
Assist Project Managers and Team Leaders in pursuing new work opportunities through established client relationships and competitive pursuits, including participation in proposal development and interviews / presentations.