Project Scientist | Hazmat Team

Davey Tree Expert•Richmond, VA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, is seeking a full-time, mid-level Project Scientist to join the Hazmat Team in our Richmond, Virginia office. This position is ideal for an experienced environmental professional who is detail-oriented, self-motivated, and capable of managing multiple projects while providing technical expertise and client support in a collaborative consulting environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Science (e.g., Geology, Hydrogeology, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental, etc.), Environmental Engineering, similar engineering discipline, or other closely related field
At least four years of relevant experience
Experience working with a team to plan and balance the workload of multiple projects or assignments
Experience in assisting with proposal support and development
HAZWOPER certification or similar vocational certifications and skill sets
Good working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and Power Point
Maintain a valid driver’s license and ability to operate company vehicles

Nice To Haves

Mapping (GIS, CAD, or similar software) experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Support and manage a variety of environmental compliance and hazardous materials projects, performing both field and office-based assignments with increasing levels of responsibility and independence.
Field activities (e.g., site visits, sampling, inspections) utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety vests, gloves, steel-toed boots, and eye protection.
Use of half-face or full-face respirators for certain assignments.
Task management, analysis and interpretation of laboratory results and field-collected data, report preparation, and collaboration with project managers and team members.
Effectively manage multiple project assignments and deadlines while demonstrating strong oral and written communication skills.
Conducting Phase I and Phase II ESAs.
Conducting soil, groundwater, air, wastewater, drinking water, and surface water sampling.
Conducting asbestos, LBP, and hazardous materials surveys.
Performing multi-media environmental compliance assessments.
Preparing technical reports under the supervision of a Senior Environmental Professional.
Obtain asbestos and lead paint inspector certifications within six (6) months of employment.

Benefits

Paid time off and paid holidays.
Opportunities for advancement.
All job specific equipment and safety gear provided.
401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options.
Group Health Plan.
Employee Referral Bonus Program: Send-A-Friend.
Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas.
Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers.
The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees.
Charitable matching gift program.