Regulated Substances Due Diligence Professional

WSP • Peoria, IL

358d • $67,300 - $96,250

About The Position

WSP USA Environment & Infrastructure is currently seeking a Regulated Substances Due Diligence professional with 3-5 plus years' experience to support the environmental practice of our Peoria, Illinois team. The successful candidates will have a solid educational background and must be self motivated with a professional attitude. As a Preliminary Environmental Site Assessment (PESA) developer, you will work with a fast-paced team of Scientists and Engineers working on Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) projects Statewide. We are seeking a PESA developer with experience in IDOT Preliminary Environmental Site Assessments (PESA), Preliminary Site Investigations (PSI), and general knowledge of IDOT Policies regarding non-special, special, and hazardous wastes. This role will be a full-time role at the Peoria, Illinois office, assisting the IDOT Bureau of Design and Environment (BDE). The qualified candidates must have experience, knowledge, or interest in the following environmental activities.

Requirements

• Minimum of a BS in Environmental Science, Geology or Engineering required.
• 40-hour OSHA training.
• Proficient in fundamental geologic skills: field notes, boring logs, contouring, graphing, lithologic descriptions, and cross-sections.
• Academic training or experience in hydrogeology a plus.
• Ability to follow procedures and protocols for implementing data collection and other field tasks.
• Ability to define and solve problems and execute field tasks.
• Willingness to work outdoors collecting environmental information.
• Willingness to expand skill set and work on projects/tasks outside the area of specialization.
• Ability to work effectively with team members as well as independently.
• Strong writing skills for field notes and technical reports.
• Willingness to travel on occasion.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and experience with IDOT BDE forms such as BDE 2730, BDE 2733, BDE 2289, and 2290.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preliminary environmental site assessments (PESAs) on behalf of the IDOT BDE.
• Prepare PESA reports and other similar due diligence efforts in accordance with the procedures of the Illinois State Geological Survey (ISGS) PESA program.
• Research historical property information, review regulatory files, and conduct site reconnaissance to identify recognized environmental conditions (RECs) along IDOT project corridors.
• Compile results into a standard report format for delivery to IDOT.
• Conduct between 10 and 15 evaluations annually.
• Coordinate and execute field sampling events, including soil, surface water, and groundwater sampling events.
• Provide field and technical support for environmental investigations/remediation projects.
• Collect and interpret technical data, prepare boring logs, tables, charts/graphs, and figures.
• Assist in writing work plans and reports in a concise technical manner.
• Develop statements of work for subcontractors.
• Support various WSP Project Managers and technical staff in the execution of project work.
• Provide support for Due Diligence activities (Phase I/Phase II Environmental Assessments).
• Execute specific defined tasks in accordance with industry standard practice or federal or state government regulations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Retirement savings.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid vacation (or other personal time).
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees