Entry Level Environmental Scientist

Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB has an opening for an Environmental Scientist to join our Site Investigation and Remediation practice. 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, we’d love to have you join us.

Responsibilities

• Support with Environmental Site Assessment and Remediation Projects
• Write technical reports, correspondence, notes, and memorandaProvide hands-on support during field exploration and testing
• Interpret and communicate investigation findings
• Leverage technology to support data management and visualization
• Participate in environmental due diligence activities
  
  

Skills And Attributes

• Work in field and office settings
• Effectively communicate complex topics with colleagues and clients
• Ability to problem solve and work independently
• Experience with ASTM Site Assessments, Brownfield Investigations, and Remediation in accordance with Connecticut Remediation Standard Regulations
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science or a related field (Master’s a plus).
• 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 located in Connecticut is $62,000-67,000. This offer is determined based on a number of job-related factors including internal comparators, skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities and geographic location. In addition, VHB offers a holistic benefits package which can be found here .

We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience , which includes:

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace
  
  

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30 offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join 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.