Project Environmental Scientist/ Geologist/ Engineer

About the position Weston & Sampson is seeking an Environmental Scientist / Geologist / Engineer with 5-10 years of experience to work in a hybrid environment (office/field and remote) based out of their Reading, MA or Portsmouth, NH office. This candidate must have a strong work ethic and desire to be part of a growing team working on a variety of environmental assessment, remediation, and brownfield redevelopment and multi-disciplinary projects. The successful candidate will be a well-rounded Environmental Scientist, Geologist, or Engineer familiar with MassDEP and/or NHDES regulations, with an emphasis on the assessment and remediation of contaminated sites in accordance with the Massachusetts Contingency Plan (MCP) and/or NHDES Env-Or 600 Rules. Candidates may be on track to obtain their PG/PE and/or LSP license. The environmental discipline at Weston & Sampson is comprised of a team of environmental scientists, engineers, and geologists who want to make a difference in our world by enhancing, protecting, and sustaining the natural and built environment to improve the quality of life. Weston & Sampson is an 100% employee-owned, full-service environmental and infrastructure consulting firm made up of more than 1000 professionals, who work together to develop innovative, cost-effective solutions for our clients. Since our founding in 1899, Weston & Sampson’s mission has been to protect, improve, and sustain the natural and built environment to enhance the quality of life. As we grow, we are seeking dedicated technical and professional individuals who want to collaborate on meaningful projects with a team that respects and values their ideas. Weston & Sampson offers a flexible work environment, competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits, and exciting career growth opportunities—all in a supportive and dynamic corporate culture that embraces diverse perspectives and recognizes people for their contributions. Weston & Sampson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace the rich perspectives and experiences that arise from people of different races, ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientation, gender identities, ages, socio-economic statuses, abilities, and religions, as well as other untapped groups, within our Weston & Sampson family and the communities we serve. Weston & Sampson is committed to the principles of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA). Our goal is to foster a sense of belonging and equitable representation across our organization and to empower our employees to incorporate IDEA values into the work they perform.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sampling and analysis plans, reports documenting environmental assessment activities, remedial planning documents, and related activities in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations.
• Lead project tasks associated with environmental assessments and engineering studies and designs using recognized industry standards and regulatory-compliant approaches at assessment, cleanup and brownfields redevelopment projects in MA and NH.
• Train and mentor junior staff. Oversee junior staff conducting field work.
• Help develop and define project scope, schedule, and fee, including work procedures, staffing, and sub-consultant assignments.
• Manage multiple project tasks and assist Project Managers and/or Team Leaders with technical, budgetary and client management aspects of projects, as well as assisting in monitoring and management of project schedules.
• Participate in professional organizations and technical committees.
• Assist Project Managers and Team Leaders in pursuing new work opportunities through established client relationships and competitive pursuits, including participation in proposal development and interviews / presentations.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in environmental science, geology, engineering, or related field.
• 5 to 10 years of experience.
• Experience working in the environmental field with the focus on site investigation and remediation of contaminated sites in MA and/or NH and familiarity and experience working with the MCP.
• Experience overseeing field services (e.g., construction oversight, soils logging, drilling oversight, sampling of environmental media) a requirement.
• Ability to manage the workload demands of diverse projects and track and achieve regulatory and project deadlines.
• Taking ownership of tasks and working collaboratively to achieve client objectives and project goals. Experience delegating and mentoring, following-up, and working across disciplines on complex projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Positive attitude and able to work well and communicate effectively with others, including staff members and clients.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• A commitment to quality, excellence, and curiosity to learn and grow in role. Taking advantage of internal and external training opportunities encouraged by Weston & Sampson.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with client management and business development is a plus but not required.
• PE/PG/LSP certification/license or ability to obtain considered a plus but not required

Benefits

• flexible work environment
• competitive compensation
• industry-leading benefits
• exciting career growth opportunities
• supportive and dynamic corporate culture that embraces diverse perspectives and recognizes people for their contributions

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