Project Scientist

Confluence Compliance Companies, LLC•Grand Junction, CO

5d•Remote

About The Position

Confluence is seeking an experienced Project Scientist/Geologist to join our Front Range team and support remediation and water quality projects across the Rocky Mountains. The Employee's primary place of work is their home office. Occasional travel to the Employer's offices or other locations may be required with reasonable advance notice. We are looking for an environmental professional with proven consulting experience and a strong background in regulatory compliance. In this role, you will review historical project records, analyze environmental data, and develop technical recommendations that move sites toward compliance and closure. You will also prepare and review scopes of work, manage project tracking, and draft reports, figures, and regulatory submittals for agencies and clients. This position is ideal for professionals who thrive on technical analysis, regulatory engagement, and producing high-quality deliverables. It also provides a pathway to project leadership, offering the opportunity to apply your expertise while advancing your career in environmental consulting

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Natural Resources, or related field.
3 to 7 years of environmental consulting, remediation, or regulatory compliance experience.
Strong technical writing and data analysis skills.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Demonstrated experience preparing and reviewing regulatory submittals and navigating state or federal environmental processes.
Proficient with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat software.
Have a home office with a reliable internet connection, conducive to remote work.
Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Maintain auditable personal notes on work completed to backup billed project work and approved indirect time.
Comply with all Confluence and client policies and procedures.
Must pass a background check.

Nice To Haves

Experience in oil and gas & environmental consulting industries
Remediation and water quality experience
Demonstrated experience with ECMC regulations and reporting requirements
Experience preparing or reviewing Form 19/27s (ECMC)
Technical writing experience with regulatory deliverables
Experience with the Esri suite of software products
Familiarity with state environmental databases and data management systems

Responsibilities

Review and interpret historical project documentation to support ongoing evaluations.
Analyze and synthesize field and lab data into technical conclusions.
Draft scopes of work for additional investigations or remediation activities.
Prepare site figures, diagrams, and supporting graphics for regulatory/client review.
Compile and review technical reports and regulatory forms for submission.
Maintain project tracking databases and coordinate reporting deadlines.
Communicate effectively with project managers, clients, and regulatory agencies.