Project Environmental Scientist/ Geologist/ Engineer

Weston & Sampson • Reading, MA

14h • Hybrid

About The Position

Weston & Sampson is seeking an Environmental Scientist / Geologist / Engineer with 5-10 years of experience to work in a hybrid environment (office/field and remote) based out of their Reading, MA or Portsmouth, NH office. The role involves working on a variety of environmental assessment, remediation, and brownfield redevelopment projects. The ideal candidate will be familiar with MassDEP and/or NHDES regulations, with a focus on contaminated site assessment and remediation under the Massachusetts Contingency Plan (MCP) and/or NHDES Env-Or 600 Rules. Candidates on track to obtain their PG/PE and/or LSP license are encouraged to apply. The environmental discipline team is dedicated to enhancing, protecting, and sustaining the natural and built environment.

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 the 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) is a requirement.
• 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.
• Experience delegating and mentoring, following-up, and working across disciplines on complex projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Positive attitude and able to work well and communicate effectively with others, including staff members and clients.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• A commitment to quality, excellence, and curiosity to learn and grow in role.
• Taking advantage of internal and external training opportunities encouraged by Weston & Sampson.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with client management and business development is a plus but not required.
• PE/PG/LSP certification/license or ability to obtain considered a plus but not 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.
• 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.

Benefits

• flexible work environment
• competitive compensation
• industry-leading benefits
• exciting career growth opportunities
• supportive and dynamic corporate culture that embraces diverse perspectives and recognizes people for their contributions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees