What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building Scientist position at GZA?
GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. (GZA) is seeking a Building Scientist to support our Construction Management and Building Sciences practices in our Hooksett, New Hampshire office. GZA is looking for candidates with educational and/or professional experience in building systems, hazardous building materials, and construction.
Our close-knit culture here at GZA will allow you to grow professionally. You will be mentored by seasoned professionals, who will in turn look to you to share technical knowledge and ideas. Our success relies on this collaborative environment. Between on-site assignments, you will work in a professional office setting, preparing detailed and accurate project documentation, data analysis and reporting. GZA emphasizes a One Company environment, and as a member of our team, you may be asked to assist on projects and tasks outside of your primary practice group.
Key Responsibilities
- Work with Construction Managers to evaluate buildings for the presence of potentially hazardous building materials.
- Conduct asbestos, lead paint, and hazardous material building assessments in accordance with federal and State regulations.
- Plan, execute, and report on asbestos, lead, and hazardous building material inspections, monitoring, and abatement projects.
- Perform abatement monitoring in accordance with federal and State regulations.
- Conduct oversight and on-site management (as applicable) of asbestos, lead, hazardous materials, environmental remediation, and demolition projects.
- Execute field tasks independently, such as material assessments, sample logging, site sketches, sample labeling, etc.
- Gather data and other information to be used in the preparation of reports; compile and organize environmental data collected by others.
- Conduct analytical data review, data interpretation, and report preparation.
What You Will Bring
- Candidate should have an interest in and have a minimum basic knowledge of building systems, construction, and management of regulated materials.
- Experience related to construction, demolition, building sciences, asbestos, and lead-containing paint is a plus.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Construction Management or similar relevant degree.
- 2 years of experience in building science, hazardous building material, environmental, or civil engineering preferred.
- Candidate must possess a valid driver’s license in good standing and ability to rent a vehicle.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated reliability and ability to follow direction, work independently, and within a team.
- Experience in preparing field documentation, project specifications, and reports a plus.
- Availability to work Monday through Friday and occasionally evenings and weekends as warranted by project demands.
- Ability to travel overnight as warranted by project demands.
- Candidates should have the capacity to work outdoors in all seasons through various kinds of weather.
- Strong attention to detail with analytical and judgment capabilities.
- Ideal candidate will possess the following professional traits: ability to multi-task, take initiative and be highly motivated, work within a team of diverse engineers, technicians, clients, and contractors, adhere to project deadlines, and demonstrate a good work ethic.
What You Will Be Getting
- Exciting and friendly work environment
- Convenient location
- Professional development and enrichment
- Leadership and technical training
- Professional society involvement and sponsorship
- Commitment to technical excellence and client relationships
- Collaborative and cooperative work community
- Advancement and ownership opportunities
- Generous benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and 401K retirement plan
About GZA
GZA is an employee-owned multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm with a history of more than 50 years of providing innovative engineering solutions to improve the natural and built environment. We are an ENR Top 500 Design firm focused on geotechnical, environmental, water, ecological, and construction management services. With a staff of interrelated professionals dedicated to providing high-level expertise on complex projects above, below and at ground-level, GZA’s experts provide seamless integration across practice areas, client type, and location.
GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. is an Affirmative/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital or veteran status, age or other protected status.
Note to Staffing Agencies: GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, recruiting firms, or other third parties. All unsolicited resumes will be considered a gift, and GZA will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. GZA explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. This policy is in place to ensure we respect the relationships with our preferred vendors and avoid any potential misunderstandings.