What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Scientist position at APTIM?
Job overview
APTIM is seeking a Environmental Scientist (hydrogeologist, geologist or environmental scientist) to assist the retail petroleum new-store construction team. The qualified candidate will be a hands-on professional scientist, handling a wide-range of tasks both in the field and in the office, for small to large scale construction projects.
Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:
- Initial responsibilities will be in the office, to include permitting, project preparation, and report writing responsibilities for construction projects across multiple states.
- Responsibilities will include:
- Preparation of Best Management Practices and application submittals for dewatering permits, following through on permit approvals to completion.
- Performing Phase I/II environmental assessment field activities, including the use of complex instrumentation or equipment, and overseeing subcontractors.
- Report writing for Phase I/II environmental assessments, including interpretation and presentation of collected data in reports that include text, tables, and figures suitable for client and regulatory review.
- Assist Project Managers with running projects including handling project-related tasks, such as setting up Purchase Orders, scheduling subcontractors, scheduling field personal, tracking deadlines for client submittals, etc.
- Must be able to work as part of a team while at the same time taking ownership of your individual projects, managing time, effort, and duties within budgetary constraints and a timeline that shifts with client needs.
- Uses best practices and knowledge of internal/external business issues to improve products or services in own discipline.
- Applies knowledge and skills to a wide range of standard and nonstandard situations.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Geology / Environmental Science or related degree required
- 3 years experience at a minimum
- Working experience in the petroleum cleanup field
- Working knowledge of regulations related to environmental investigations and permits.
- Must have good interpersonal skills, as you'll be interacting with clients and regulatory agencies on a regular basis.
- Must have strong written communication skills and an attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel required.
- Able to work outside in typical outside conditions, during all seasons, for up to 12 hours at a time.
- Valid Driver's License.
- OSHA 40 Hr HAZWOPER
About APTIM
APTIM enhances the quality of the environment, wellbeing of people, resilience of communities, and opportunity for employees to make a difference, not just a living. A leading professional solutions firm, we specialize in environmental, sustainability, resilience, and infrastructure solutions. Our team of experts provide these integrated solutions for forward-thinking government agencies, commercial and industrial clients, and energy customers. Together, we create sustainable and resilient communities for all.
What you can expect from APTIM:
- Work that is worthy of your time and talent
- Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home
- Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities
- A voice in making our company better
- Investment into your personal and professional development
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range for this position is $23.56 - $38.49 Per Hour. Compensation depends on several factors including: experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM.
Employee Benefits
APTIM Environmental & Infrastructure is committed to providing an extensive range of benefits that protect and promote the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families through the APTIM Benefits Marketplace https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/.
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance: Through the marketplace, our employees can choose benefits from five metallic levels and several carriers to find the right benefits that work for them in their location.
- Company paid and optional Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (eligibility based on company policy and applicable law)
- 401(k) APTIM offers three 401k plans through the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). The specific plan you are eligible for depends on the business unit you are in. The details of the largest plan are found here:
- APTIM 401(k) Guide
- APTIM - Helpful Documents
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