Environmental Scientist

About the role

Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in. Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and guide the team in environmental emergencies
• Collaborate closely with clients and agencies to ensure effective response and resolution
• Take the reins in environmental emergencies
• Lead a small project team
• Manage the deployment of project resources
• Conduct assurance reviews within the project
• Manage the delivery of research, workshops, and other activities to support the specification and agreement of project deliverables
• Manage the project scope definition
• Manage the project planning
• Manage the project reporting and review
• Manage the project resource management
• Manage the project risk and issue management
• Manage the project closeout and handover
• Contribute to post-project reviews and identification of lessons learned
• Manage the project team management
• Coordinate the identification and elicitation of requirements
• Document and manage requirements throughout the life of the project

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science or a related field
• General Experience: Over 3 years to 6 years
• Managerial Experience: 7 to 12 months
• Experienced in emergency preparedness, air monitoring, environmental assessment/sampling, ICS, SCAT, PHMSA
• Experience with railroad and pipeline related emergencies a plus

Qualifications

• Willingness to respond to call outs during non-routine working hours
• Act as the first point of contact for clients for new emergency projects

Skills

• Strong leadership and mentoring skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Proven experience in emergency response and management
• Knowledge of environmental engineering, geology, or related fields
• Ability to manage multiple projects and teams
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies

Benefits

• 401K
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• Wellness Benefit

Pay

$72,019 - $120,011, varies based on location and experience.

Schedule

This opportunity can be based out of the Chicago office.