Environmental Scientist

Coneco Engineers & Scientists•Providence, RI

2d•$450,000 - $50,000•Onsite

About The Position

Coneco Engineer’s & Scientist is seeking an Environmental Scientist for its Providence, Rhode Island office. Coneco is a consulting firm focused on environmental management, civil engineering, ecological permitting, and land surveying, serving clients across Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. The company offers formal training, mentoring, and opportunities for professional growth. The role involves participating in environmental assessment and remediation projects, planning field activities, overseeing subcontractors, preparing technical reports, communicating with staff and clients, ensuring quality execution, and evaluating site data to advance projects toward regulatory closure. The position requires attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving capabilities, compliance with applicable regulations and client requirements, motivation, safety awareness, and effective communication. This position includes field work in varied weather and terrain and at different times of day. It is full-time, in person, and based in Providence, RI, with an eight-hour shift. Salary is $45,000–$50,000 per year, commensurate with experience.

Requirements

0–5 years of experience.
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science or Engineering, Geology, Chemistry, Biology, Natural Resource Management, or a related course of study.
Familiarity with or coursework in ArcGIS and AutoCAD.
Flexibility to work on diverse projects, a positive attitude, and commitment to workplace health and safety.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Attention to detail and ability to observe, document, and communicate field conditions.
Self-motivation and willingness to work independently or collaboratively to solve problems.
Flexibility and preparedness for field work in varied weather and terrain and at various times of day.
Must pass a background check and drug screening, and have an insurable driving record and acceptable motor vehicle record.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER training is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Conduct sampling of soil, air, groundwater, surface water, and building materials.
Oversee subsurface drilling activities and sample collection.
Provide remedial action oversight and direction to environmental service field crews.
Respond to emergency releases involving petroleum products, mercury, PCBs, and other materials.
Oversee underground storage tank removals and prepare closure reports.
Perform industrial hygiene and air/dust monitoring associated with construction and utility work.
Use field equipment for monitoring, field screening, and sampling.
Analyze and interpret data to determine next steps.
Draft site plans, sampling plans, and other figures.
Prepare technical and regulatory reports for clients and state and federal agencies.
Communicate with clients and subcontractors as needed.
Attend required health and safety training and obtain necessary certifications.
Perform ASTM-compliant Phase I Environmental Site Assessments and Phase II Investigations.