Environmental Scientist - Sarasota

Ardaman & Associates, Inc. is one of the largest geotechnical engineering and materials testing consulting firms in the Southeastern U.S. Over our history, we have worked on more than 150,000 projects throughout the Southeast, the U.S., and worldwide. This vast list of project experience includes services for virtually every type of public and private client associated with industrial, commercial and infrastructure projects.

Ardaman has the following opportunity available:

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

Ardaman is seeking a staff-level Environmental Scientist for its Sarasota, Florida office. This position involves a combination of office and field work in support of environmental investigation, assessment, monitoring, and remediation activities. Strong verbal and written communication skills, along with a strong work ethic, are essential.

Essential Job Functions:

• Perform Phase I and Phase II environmental site assessments.

• Conduct tank closure assessments.

• Complete site contamination assessments.

• Support source removals.

• Assist with remedial system design, operation, and maintenance.

• Conduct asbestos surveys.

• Perform chemical grout monitoring.

• Supervise environmental and geotechnical drilling activities.

• Prepare technical reports and supporting documentation.

• Communicate effectively with clients, project teams, and field staff.

• Support project management activities, including budgeting, scheduling, and client communication.

• Use GIS and related software tools to accurately map test locations and contamination extents.

• Travel to local and regional project sites, as needed.

• Follow company safety procedures and participate in health and safety planning for field activities.

• Perform other duties as assigned to support project and office operations.

• Operate a company vehicle in accordance with company policy and applicable law.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a science discipline such as geology, environmental science, earth science, engineering, or physical science.

• Ability to achieve Professional Engineer or Geoligist licensure within 2 years.

• Excellent technical writing skills.

• Strong computer skills and ability to operate electronic instruments.

• Ability to perform mathematical calculations related to concentration, density, and gas laws.

• Knowledge of GIS and software tools used for mapping and contamination assessment.

• Ability to support project management activities, including budgeting, scheduling, and client communication.

• Ability to work weekends and extended hours, as needed.

• Ability to travel and work at remote sites, as needed.

• Strong work ethic.

• Team-oriented mindset.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Florida Rules 62-761 and 62-785.

• Certified Asbestos Inspector, or ability to become certified.

• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 40 lbs.

• Must be able to walk over slopes and uneven terrain.

• Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat.

• Must be able to work weekends and extended hours, as needed.

• Must be able to travel to and work at remote project sites, as needed.

• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment, including hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, boots, and respiratory protection, as required.

• Must be able to climb ladders, enter confined or awkward spaces when required and approved, and perform physically demanding field tasks.

• Must be able to operate a company vehicle to travel to project sites.

Work Environment / Environmental Factors:

• Combination of field (80%) and office (20%) work.

• Outdoor fieldwork in varying weather conditions, including heat.

• Work at remote job sites may be required.

• May involve exposure to environmental and geotechnical field conditions.

Additional Information:

• Employment is contingent upon successful background screening requirements, including criminal history, motor vehicle check, drug testing, and other job-required screenings.

• The selected candidate will play an important role in advancing both the company’s goals and their own professional development.

We offer a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, and much more.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Ardaman is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tetra Tech, who is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans. Ardaman is a Drug Free Workplace.

We invite applications from all interested parties.  No agencies.

Learn about Ardaman and explore our open positions at www.ardaman.com