Environmental Scientist II/Geologist

Description

Environmental Scientist II/Geologist

PVEDI is seeking an Environmental Scientist/Geologist who will work under the direct supervision of senior staff. This position entails travel to and from job sites and working outside of the office setting to conduct site and subsurface characterization for environmental investigations and remediation, as well as office related tasks and associated reporting. This position would require working independently under the supervision of senior staff and technical advisors across diverse environmental projects, managing full-cycle site assessments, sample collection, data analysis, and detailed report preparation. We’re seeking a proactive professional eager to build skills in client communication, budgeting, scheduling and task coordination. This position allows the ideal candidate, after an appropriate duration of employment with the Firm, to be considered for advancement into a project management type role with additional responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive environmental assessments and investigations related to Underground Storage Tank (UST), PADEP Act II Land Recycling Program, and Phase I and Phase II ESAs.
• Monitor subsurface exploration activities (e.g., test borings, geoprobes, and test pits) to collect soil, bedrock, groundwater, and other pertinent information for project design.
• Conduct soil, air and groundwater sampling in accordance with applicable ASTM standards, company standard procedures, and other industry standard guidelines.
• Conduct routine data collection, synthesis, and analysis using approved procedures appropriate for their discipline.
• Compile, reduce, analyze, manage, and report field, instrumentation, geological, and/or environmental data using spreadsheets and other tools.
• Use various environmental and geotechnical instrumentation and equipment during field work.
• Perform historical site review and review applicable regulations, as appropriate.
• Preparation of written reports, proposals, cost estimates, and other client deliverables, including Phase I and Phase II ESAs.
• Coordinate, manage and oversee subcontractors during environmental field activities.
• Assist the project management team throughout the project lifecycle, including cost estimating, scheduling, subcontracting, resource allocation, project planning, task delegation, and financial management.
• Travel to local project sites, with occasional overnight stays.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or other related disciplines
• 3 years of professional services consulting experience that includes execution of UST investigation and regulatory compliance, PADEP Act II Land Recycling Program

investigations, evaluation of environmental data, and presentation of technical solutions in a variety of written and oral formats.

• Strong working knowledge of methodologies and procedures for due diligence, soil/groundwater investigations, remediation, and environmental compliance/permitting
• Exceptional technical writing skills for documenting findings, preparing high-quality reports, and developing regulatory submittals
• Clear, organized communication skills for effectively conveying technical information to both internal teams and external clients
• Strong administrative and organizational abilities to manage project documentation, maintain accurate records, track milestones/deadlines, and support data management
• Experience managing multiple subcontractors
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to field conditions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Exceptional time management skills with ability to handle multiple concurrent projects

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, engineering, or related discipline

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of the Underground Storage Tank Indemnification Fund (USTIF)
• Stormwater permitting experience (NPDES, SWPPP, SPDES, etc.)
• Working knowledge of PA ACT 2 Land Recycling Programs
• Experience with Spill Prevention Controls and Countermeasures Plans (SPCC)
• OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour training and current 8-hour refresher
• OSHA 30-hour Construction Site Safety Training
• ArcGIS skills and experience

PVEDI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, PVEDI complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. PVEDI expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.