Project Scientist-Geologist

About the role

The Project Scientist/Geologist position is ideal for someone looking to build their skills for career advancement and professional growth. The ideal candidate will have at least 3-8 years of experience in the environmental consulting industry.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site reconnaissance and municipal, state, and federal file reviews in support of due diligence projects and reports.
• Perform Phase I Environmental Site Assessments and Preliminary Assessments.
• Develop summary tables and site plans/drawings and other supporting documents as appropriate.
• Prepare project documents including borings logs, test pit logs, daily field logs, chains-of-custody, site sketches, etc. in a manner consistent with Pinchin standard operating procedures.
• Develop draft report(s), letters, work plans, etc. in concert with other project team members.
• Aid with regulatory agency submittals, including permit application, forms, and remedial phase reports.
• Conduct field investigations, including but not limited to overburden and bedrock drilling programs, test pitting, well gauging, ground water sampling/surveying, soil sampling, sub-slab soil gas sampling, and indoor air sampling.
• Oversee subcontractors to ensure work is conducted timely, within project scope, and with project budget.
• Follow site safety protocols and bring issues/concerns to project manager in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 3-8 years of experience with an environmentally oriented company; may include internships.
• Familiarity with field equipment for field investigations and assessments.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret and draw conclusions from scientific data.
• Excellent research and writing skills, including the ability to present scientific and technical data in a succinct, meaningful way for client reports.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to keep project managers apprised of issues and concerns in a timely manner.
• Frequent daily travel to job sites and work that is conducted in variable weather conditions.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive to job sites (typically no more than 1 hour away).
• Willingness to work over 40 hours/week for field assignments as the need arises.

Qualifications

• Must be able to follow site safety protocols and bring issues/concerns to project manager in a timely manner.
• Must be able to conduct field investigations and assessments using appropriate equipment.
• Must be able to prepare and review project documents and reports.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with project managers and subcontractors.
• Must be able to travel to job sites and work in variable weather conditions.

Skills

• Field investigation techniques
• Environmental site assessment
• Writing and reporting
• Interpersonal communication
• Project management

Benefits

• Medical Monitoring Program
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and insurance with employer contributions
• Ten paid holidays, competitive PTO program, paid Volunteer Day, and paid Parental Leave!
• Employee Assistance Program
• Profit share bonuses and a 401(k) Matching Program
• Flexibility and an environment that supports work-life harmonization
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Educational and professional membership dues reimbursement
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

Pay

Competitive compensation, benefits, and insurance with employer contributions.

Schedule

Must be able to work over 40 hours/week for field assignments as the need arises.