Project Environmental Scientist 1 - Site Assessment & Remediation

Tighe & Bond•Westfield, MA

53d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are committed to making a meaningful impact through our work. As a Project Environmental Scientist, you will join our Site Assessment and Remediation Team in our Westfiled, MA office, where play a key role in delivering vital remediation, public utility, and infrastructure improvement projects across the Northeast. Working with industry experts, you’ll tackle complex challenges that strengthen community resilience and advance environmental sustainability. At Tighe & Bond, you’ll find an engaging, hybrid work environment, a culture of collaboration, and the resources to support your professional growth and development. Our Site Assessment and Remediation Team and ProjectsOur team provides comprehensive environmental services, including ASTM site assessments, subsurface investigations, soil gas/vapor intrusion evaluations, and geophysical studies. We specialize in remedial investigations, design, and implementation, along with complex soil and groundwater management projects. Additionally, we manage site remediation and regulatory closure to ensure compliance and long-term sustainability for each project.

Requirements

Have at least 5 years of experience in environmental consulting or a related field
Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, or Engineering
Maintain an active OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification
Carry a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and a good driving record
Work effectively and maintain strong relationships with teams and clients to meet project goals
Adapt strategies and approaches based on evolving group and client needs
Ensure accuracy in analysis, reporting, and documentation
Present ideas clearly, both verbally and in writing

Nice To Haves

Technical writing experience specifically with Massachusetts Contingency Plan report preparation
Experience in performing field work and date analysis

Responsibilities

Performing fieldwork activities, including soil, groundwater, and vapor sampling, drilling oversight, and remediation system monitoring
Conduct site inspections, evaluate environmental conditions, and document findings
Assist in analyzing and interpreting environmental data to assess contamination levels and trends
Prepare technical reports, including environmental site assessment reports, work plans, and remedial action plans
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations
Coordinate with subcontractors, laboratories, and regulatory agencies as needed
Maintain detailed field notes and complete documentation in accordance with project requirements
Adhere to health and safety protocols, including OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER training requirements
Travel to project sites as necessary to conduct field assessments and monitor remediation activities
Participate in the emergency response on-call rotation for power utility companies