Entry Level Environmental Engineer/Scientist

GZA GeoEnvironmental • Glastonbury, CT

14h • $67,000 - $83,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. (GZA) is currently seeking an Environmental Engineer/Geologist/Scientist in our Glastonbury, CT office. The position is for candidates with 0 to 5 years of experience working in environmental consulting. The successful candidate must have a solid educational background and be self-motivated with a professional attitude. They will join our team of engineers/scientists/geologists that work on a variety of projects that involve site investigation programs, environmental regulatory compliance, development/design of remedial alternatives, and implementation/oversight of remedial actions. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of project managers and/or principals. Between field work projects, you will work in a professional office setting, preparing detailed and accurate field documentation, data analysis and reporting. GZA emphasizes a One Company environment, and as a member of our team, you may be asked to assist on projects and tasks outside of your primary responsibilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Engineering, Geology, or related degree required (Master’s Degree is a plus)
• 1 to 3 years of environmental consulting experience in site investigation, remediation, environmental compliance, or hazardous building materials is preferred
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations is a plus
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and judgment capabilities
• Ability to follow direction, and work independently or in a team setting
• Strong communication skills, problem solving and organizational skills
• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification, including 8-hour annual refresher certificates, is a plus
• Ability to travel locally and regionally.
• A valid driver’s license in good standing and a reliable vehicle

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree
• 1 to 3 years of environmental consulting experience in site investigation, remediation, environmental compliance, or hazardous building materials
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations
• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification, including 8-hour annual refresher certificates

Responsibilities

• Perform outdoor, all-season field tasks such as oversight of drilling and test pit explorations, soil/groundwater/soil vapor sampling, hazardous building materials surveys, remedial construction oversight, etc.
• Work on all phases of projects (due diligence, site investigation, data evaluation, regulatory permitting, remedial design, remedial construction oversight and documentation, and post remedial monitoring)
• Monitoring and documenting various aspects of remedial construction projects
• Conducting technical analyses/calculations
• Interpreting various site-specific data to make conclusions and/or recommendations
• Regulatory permitting and reporting
• Analysis and interpretation of subsurface data
• Writing drafts of Phase I ESAs, Phase II/III characterization reports, remedial action plans, and technical specifications
• Preparing remedial cost estimates

Benefits

• Professional development and a focus on continued education and learning (including tuition reimbursement).
• Flexible hybrid work environment.
• Small firm feel with a larger firm reputation and resources.
• Mentorship from experts in the industry.
• Generous, company-subsidized benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401k retirement plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level