Environmental Staff Professional

S&ME, Inc.•Chattanooga, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

S&ME is seeking an Environmental Staff Professional to join their Environmental team in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This full-time role involves supporting environmental investigation, compliance, remediation, brownfield redevelopment, and commercial property due diligence projects. The position requires conducting Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), applying environmental regulations, evaluating site conditions, collecting and interpreting data, and developing project deliverables. The role offers a mix of fieldwork, technical analysis, project support, and professional growth opportunities across various environmental projects.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Geology or a related field
0-5 years of relevant geo-environmental experience, including consulting, regulatory, or industry roles
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Strong attention to detail, creative, and critical thinking
Willing and able to perform the physical demands of the position with the use of company-provided Personal Protective Equipment such as: working the majority of the time outdoors in varying weather conditions, walking over rough, uneven terrain and standing for potentially up to 12 hours a day, routinely lifting and carrying 40-50lbs (field/laboratory samples and equipment), maneuvering field equipment safely, such as a loaded wheelbarrow, on uneven ground around active construction sites.
Must comply with Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements.
Must have valid employment eligibility (I-9).

Nice To Haves

Experience with federal and/or state environmental regulations
Familiarity with ArcGIS and/or AutoCAD
OSHA HAZWOPER 40 Hour Certification
Tennessee Professional Registration (e.g., Professional Geologist) or the intent to obtain

Responsibilities

Support Phase I and II ESAs, environmental investigations, remediation projects, and brownfield redevelopment efforts through site visits, environmental observations, and field documentation.
Collect soil, groundwater, soil gas, and other environmental media samples; perform field screening activities; and maintain accurate records, including field logs and chain-of-custody documentation.
Assist with the coordination of field activities, including working alongside drilling crews, utility subcontractors, and project teams to support site characterization and remediation efforts.
Review, organize, and interpret field and laboratory data, compare findings to applicable federal and state regulatory standards, and support data management and graphical presentations.
Prepare clear, accurate technical reports and project documentation that communicate findings, support regulatory compliance, and help clients make informed environmental decisions.