What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Scientist / Project Manager position at Earth Systems LLC?
Location: Sioux Falls, SD – must be able to be in-office.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Level: 2–4 years (Environmental Consulting)
Travel: Regional, as needed within SD and ND
Salary Range: $70,000 – $90,000 annually (DOE)
About the Role:
The Environmental Scientist / Project Manager plays a critical role in leading and executing environmental projects that ensure compliance with regulatory standards and promote sustainable practices. This position involves conducting thorough environmental assessments, analyzing data, and developing strategies to mitigate environmental impact across various projects. The role requires coordinating multidisciplinary teams, managing project timelines, budgets, and client communications to deliver high-quality outcomes. The successful candidate will serve as a liaison between clients, regulatory agencies, and internal teams to ensure projects meet all scientific and legal requirements. Ultimately, this role drives the integration of scientific expertise with project management skills to support environmental stewardship and business objectives within the professional, scientific, and technical services industry in the United States.
Key Responsibilities
- Support environmental projects from initiation through closeout under senior PM oversight
- Coordinate schedules, task tracking, and budgets for small to mid-sized projects
- Assist with regulatory compliance activities, including:
- SPCC, FRP, and SWPPP support
- OGI and leak detection program assistance
- Air permitting and Title V support tasks
- SARA Title III / Tier II reporting assistance
- NPDES permit coordination and compliance tracking
- Support PHMSA-related documentation and compliance coordination
- Assist with wetland delineations and environmental field documentation under senior staff direction
- Coordinate and support field activities related to site assessments, remediation, inspections, and monitoring
- Prepare draft technical reports, plans, and regulatory submittals
- Interface with clients and regulatory agencies in a supporting capacity
- Track project progress, documentation status, and change requests
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, or related field
- 2–4 years of experience supporting or managing environmental consulting projects
- Experience assisting with regulatory compliance or environmental permitting activities
- Familiarity with air, water, spill prevention, and reporting programs
- Strong communication and organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting SPCC, FRP, SWPPP, NPDES, air permitting, or Tier II reporting
- Exposure to OGI monitoring or PHMSA-related documentation
- Field experience supporting environmental assessments or wetland delineations
Equal Employment Opportunity, ADA, & Employment Conditions
- EnviroTrac LLC and its affiliated companies, including Earth Systems LLC, are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.
- We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. This role may involve periodic field work in active environments, including uneven terrain, outdoor conditions, and required PPE use. Accommodation will be provided consistent with applicable laws and safety requirements.
- EnviroTrac LLC and its affiliated companies maintain a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable background checks, drug and alcohol screening, and verification of eligibility to work in the United States.
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. No visa sponsorship is available.
Salary : $70,000 - $95,000