Early Professional, Environmental Science

WSP • Buffalo, NY

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About The Position

WSP’s Federal Environment Team is seeking an Early Professional Environmental Scientist to work out of our Troy, NY office. Be involved in projects with our Environmental Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. Your Impact Under general supervision, conduct natural resource field surveys collecting observational, spatial, and environmental data, or provide field oversight of similar activity. Under general supervision, collect and compile samples of air, soil, water, sludge, and other matrices for analysis, or provide field oversight of similar activity. Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurement and documentation. Assist with performing basic professional environmental science work relating to remedial investigations and designs, ecological systems, air, and water resources, assisting with verifying the characteristics of a site and providing entry-level technical assistance on various environmental issues. Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems and field/work site notebook. Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, the maintenance of sample collection, location data, laboratory or statistical documentation, and logbooks. Utilize the latest technologies and techniques in performing studies and analysis of habitats, sites, and potential impacts to the health of the environment and the population. Complete training on assigned tasks. Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, related life sciences field, or equivalent.
• 0-1 years of post-graduate experience compiling samples of air, soil, water, sludge, and other matrices for analysis.
• Ability to conduct field oversight of sampling and monitoring activities.
• Familiarity with organic contaminants such as PFAS and PCBs.
• Ability to operate watercraft (and NY Safe Boater training a plus).
• Analytical skills, and familiarity with research techniques, and basic data analysis.
• Familiar with relevant environmental laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a scientific and non-scientific audience.
• Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Basic proficiency with business writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel (including potential for overnight stays) may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Nice To Haves

• An advanced degree is a plus.
• Ability to operate watercraft (and NY Safe Boater training a plus).

Responsibilities

• Conduct natural resource field surveys collecting observational, spatial, and environmental data, or provide field oversight of similar activity.
• Collect and compile samples of air, soil, water, sludge, and other matrices for analysis, or provide field oversight of similar activity.
• Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurement and documentation.
• Assist with performing basic professional environmental science work relating to remedial investigations and designs, ecological systems, air, and water resources, assisting with verifying the characteristics of a site and providing entry-level technical assistance on various environmental issues.
• Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems and field/work site notebook.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, the maintenance of sample collection, location data, laboratory or statistical documentation, and logbooks.
• Utilize the latest technologies and techniques in performing studies and analysis of habitats, sites, and potential impacts to the health of the environment and the population.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

• WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees