Early Career Environmental Engineer/ Scientist

GZA GeoEnvironmental • South Portland, ME

19h • Hybrid

About The Position

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. (GZA) is seeking an Early Career Environmental Engineer/Scientist for its South Portland, Maine office. This role involves working on diverse projects such as site investigation, evaluation of remedial alternatives, design, and environmental compliance. The successful candidate will be supervised by project managers and/or principals and will be integrated into the office’s project mix. Responsibilities include preparing field documentation, managing and analyzing data, and creating reports, in addition to performing outdoor, all-season field tasks like drilling oversight, soil/groundwater sampling, and construction oversight. GZA emphasizes a "One Company" environment, so candidates may be asked to assist on tasks outside their primary responsibilities. Overnight travel to project sites may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geological Engineering, Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field required.
• Strong problem-solving ability, communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to perform field tasks and activities in Maine’s environment.
• Ability to travel locally and regionally.
• Candidates must have a valid driver’s license in good standing and a reliable vehicle.

Nice To Haves

• 1-3+ years of relevant work experience in the fields of site investigation, remediation, and/or environmental compliance is preferred but not required.
• Strong Microsoft Office, AutoCAD and/or ArcGIS skills is a plus.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations is a plus.
• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform outdoor, all-season field tasks such as drilling oversight, soil / groundwater sampling, soil vapor sampling, stormwater sampling, construction oversight, monitoring, etc.
• Work on all phases of a variety of projects (due diligence, site investigation, construction management, data management and evaluation, scientific and engineering analysis, environmental permitting, and environmental compliance).
• Monitoring and documenting various aspects of investigation/remediation/construction projects.
• Conducting technical analyses/calculations.
• Analyzing and interpreting various site-specific data.
• Writing drafts of summary reports and permit applications.
• Assist on projects and tasks outside of primary responsibilities.

Benefits

• Professional development and a focus on continued education and learning (including tuition reimbursement).
• Flexible work environment.
• 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