We are working with a well-known and respected environmental consulting firm in Michigan that is seeking an Environmental Scientist/ Geologist with project management experience to join their team.
Responsibilities:
- Project management and oversight of multiple projects. This includes the management of external communication with related stakeholders (clients, attorneys, state agencies, etc.) as well as internal communication with project managers across multiple department service lines.
- Coordinate and plan onsite activities and field personnel.
- Maintain culture of safety by ensuring onsite personnel are adequately informed and prepared to conduct their assigned duties and comply with safety and environmental regulations.
- Develop appropriate scope of work to assess Recognized Environmental Conditions (RECs) and/or project specific objectives and associated cost estimates.
- Technical report preparation including Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), Baseline Environmental Assessments (BEAs), and Documentation of Due Care Compliance (DDCC) reports.
- Manage financial responsibilities including invoicing, record keeping, and contract management.
- Evaluate progress of assigned projects, helping to ensure that all steps and procedures are taken according to industry standards and PM standards.
- Conducting data evaluation and comparisons to appropriate cleanup criteria and/or screening levels.
- Provides administrative support for the Department Manager. This includes, but is not limited to, answering phone calls, determining project objectives/goals, research, client interface, AR follow-up, etc.
- Operates computer to access e-mail, electronic calendars, Deltek Vision, Microsoft Office Suite, and other basic office support software.
- Follows, enforces and maintains corporate policies and procedures.
- Occasional field work including oversight of subcontractors (drillers, surveyors, etc.), soil, groundwater, and soil gas sample collection, excavation/remediation oversight, lithology, etc.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or related field.
- 2+ years of experience with the duties listed above.
- 40-Hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) certification preferred.
- Understanding of Michigan's environmental regulations including Parts 201 and 213 of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (NREPA).
- Experience with Due Diligence report writing, specifically Phase II ESAs/BEAs, DDCCs is preferred.
- Experience with field sampling/methodology/techniques and industry standards is preferred.
- Ability to smoothly handle client/customer interactions in a fast-paced, deadline driven, work environment.
- Strong problem solving and organizational skills, with the ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage multiple projects with a keen attention to detail.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to work efficiently in-person or remotely.
- Ability to work flexible hours and be available for travel on occasion.
Benefits:
- Medical, dental and vision plan options.
- Basic Life Insurance, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
- Flexible Schedules, Work Life Balance
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Paid time-off and holidays, Paid Sick Leave, Vacation
