Environmental Scientist II/Geologist

Great growth opportunity for an experienced Environmental Scientist! Join our team as an Environmental Scientist II (Geologist) on a clear path to project management! In this dynamic role, you'll independently lead environmental site assessments while developing the skills needed to advance your career.

PVEDI is a national architecture and engineering firm providing comprehensive services across various industries and market sectors. Our expert team develops high-value, personalized solutions to complex design challenges, servicing private- and public-sector projects of all scales. PVEDI stands out by combining the client-focused culture of a small firm with the resources and expertise of a large company. We have a presence in 7 offices across 5 states, employing over 175 professionals, including 52 registered experts. Our team is dedicated to delivering excellence in civil engineering, land planning, environmental consulting, architecture, and more.

PVEDI provides an outstanding total compensation package to our employees including competitive pay, paid time off, healthcare insurance, life and disability insurance, retirement savings and a host of other great employee perks.

Environmental Scientist II/Geologist

As an Environmental Scientist II, you'll work independently across diverse environmental projects, managing full-cycle site assessments, sample collection, data analysis, and detailed report preparation. You'll also collaborate with Senior Technical Staff on environmental compliance assessments and permitting projects.

This position offers a structured development track toward project management. We're seeking a proactive professional eager to build skills in client communication, budgeting, scheduling, and task coordination, with a clear pathway to transition into a project manager role.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive environmental assessments including Phase I and Phase II ESAs, Underground Storage Tank (UST) investigations, PADEP Act II site investigations and remediation, and Oil & Gas investigations and remediation
• Manage and interpret environmental monitoring data to assess analytical trends and identify exceedances
• Supervise and document field activities including soil borings, monitoring well installations, remediation, and sample collection
• Prepare detailed work plans and reports outlining procedures, results, conclusions, and recommendations
• Work directly with project managers on task management and project execution
• Travel to local project sites, with occasional overnight stays

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in environmental consulting with focus on environmental assessment, due diligence, sampling, data collection/evaluation, and technical writing
• 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:

• 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
• 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.