What are the responsibilities and job description for the Entry Level Environmental Scientist position at VHB?
Overview
ABOUT THE POSITION
VHB’s Site Investigation & Remediation team is seeking an Entry Level Environmental Scientist, Geologist, or Environmental Engineer to join our Watertown, Massachusetts office. At VHB we are passionate about making meaningful contributions to the world through the work that we do. If you’re interested in making a positive impact, opportunities to grow personally and professionally, and making smart new friends – we’d love to have you join us.
Responsibilities
- Collect Field Data and Manage/Interpret Data (soil, sediment, groundwater, surface water, indoor air, soil gas)
- Conduct Site Investigations including ASTM Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments while Leveraging Technology to Support Data Management and Visualization
- Conduct and Document Research at State and Municipal Agencies
- Conduct Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Inspections and prepare SPCC Plans
- Provide Field Support including Construction Observations and Documentation of Remediation Projects
- Write Technical Reports, Correspondence, Notes and Memoranda
Skills & Abilities
- Ability to work in office and field settings (this position requires traveling within Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and nearby states to collect data)
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Motivated with abilities to problem solve and work independently
- Documents work in a detailed manner and keeps data and other information organized
- Working knowledge of MassDEP Massachusetts Contingency Plan regulations and guidance, and NHDES Regulations, prior experience with SPCC and SWPPP inspections a plus
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word, experience with ESRI ArcGIS Pro and EQuIS or other laboratory data management software a plus
Minimum Qualifications
- BS in Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science/Geoscience, or Environmental Engineering
- 0-1 year of professional environmental/remediation consulting experience required
- OSHA 40 hr. HAZWOPER certification and annual refresher certifications required after 30 days of employment
Our best estimate of the salary range for this position is $64,000-73,000. The final compensation will be based on a variety of factors including internal comparators, skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities and geographic location.
Building what’s next, together.
Our people make the difference. We foster a technology-empowered, people‑driven, future‑ready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.
When you join VHB, you’ll find:
- Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
- A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
- Support to grow your skills and lead through change
- Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
- Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment
We’re growing across the East Coast and are consistently recognized as a great place to work. Ready to shape what’s next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with us.
VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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Salary : $64,000 - $73,000