Early Career Environmental Engineer/ Scientist

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. • South Portland, ME

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. (GZA) is seeking an Early Career Environmental Engineer/Scientist for their South Portland, Maine office. The role involves working on a variety of projects including site investigation, evaluation of remedial alternatives, design, and environmental compliance. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of project managers and/or principals and be integrated into the office’s project mix. Between field work, the candidate will prepare field documentation, manage and analyze data, and create reports in a professional office setting.

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.
• Overnight travel to project sites may be required.

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