Environmental Scientist/Geologist II

Primary Responsibilities

• Provides technical coordination of quality field work and the production of technical planning documents and reports.
• Participates in field programs that include the collection of soil, surface water, groundwater, sediment, and air samples.
• Oversees and monitors subcontractor work, to include drill rig crews, surveyors, construction crews, and remediation work.
• Supports in the preparation of technical reports, which may include importing electronic laboratory data reports into FPM’s and clients’ data management systems.
• Evaluates data quality and usability.
• Prepares written reports of field activities, observations, and findings and preparing graphics and figures of results.
• Provides contractor management.
• Provides analysis and interpretations of findings based on scientific experimentation and existing knowledge.
• Participates in identifying viable remedial solutions consistent with all federal, state, and local regulations.

Educations And/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in an environmental science and/or environmental engineering, with a preferred focus on geology, and coursework in chemistry, physics, and mathematics.
• Five or more years of relevant professional experience in the field of environmental investigation and remediation, implementing environmental remedial actions, and overseeing construction.
• 40 HR OSHA Hazwoper training.
• Prior experience working on Department of Defense projects is a major plus (e.g. USACE, AFCEC, NAVFAC).

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to travel.
• Ability to participate in safety training and follow company safety standards.
• Excellent technical report writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work and collaborate effectively as a team member.
• Knowledge of remediation system operation and maintenance (OM&M) activities.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and guidance.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze chemistry and environmental data.
• Effective decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations.
• GIS experience is a plus.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications, and extensive experience in Excel is preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• A professional certification, registration, or license in their respective field is a plus.

Physical Demands

• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The employee is required to be able to occasionally stand; walk; sit; use hands and/or fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; operate office equipment, reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop; kneel; talk or hear; taste or smell.
• The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 25 pounds.
• Field work is performed in on various outdoor terrain and regularly requires the ability to navigate uneven ground or other obstacles found in natural surroundings.

Travel

• Travel to field sites will be required as needed, ~40 to 60% travel initially.
• Travel may involve participation in and/or coordination/supervision of field work; and presentations and/or meetings with clients and other project stakeholders.

Work Environment

• General office and field work environment.
• Travel may be required based on business demands.