Environmental Scientist

The Vertex Companies, Inc. (VERTEX) is an employee-owned AEC firm that offers forensic, engineering, construction and environmental solutions. We have approximately 500 employees occupying 25+ offices throughout North America. We care about our clients AND ouremployees so we operate with a constant sense of urgency and always look to add-value. This strategy has allowed us to grow with our clients over the past 24 years at a rate of 30% per year. We have been able to maintain exceptional quality through this constant growth cycle because of our lifetime of learning program which keeps us ahead of the curve in a constantly evolving economy. Bottom line…we deliver.

For more information about VERTEX visit us here http://vertexeng.com/.

VERTEX is a rapidly growing, multi-national consulting firm that is experiencing exponential growth, and we are looking to augment our team of talented individuals. The staff-level individual we are looking for will enjoy the challenge of working on multiple projects on a fast-paced schedule, working with project and senior staff to assess sites across the country, and providing field oversight and technical support on a variety of projects. More specific details are described below.

Environmental Scientist

Core Responsibilities

• Conduct multi-phase and multi-parameter field investigation and remediation activities
• Collect soil, groundwater, soil gas and indoor air samples
• Tabulate and analyze laboratory and engineering data
• Oversee and monitor site work during construction
• Prepare regulatory and summary reports for senior review
• Coordinate and oversee subcontractor activities
• Conduct Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments
• Represent VERTEX to the client in a professional manner
• Prepare and implement Health and Safety Plans
• Make employee safety a priority both in-house and on-site, in accordance with corporate policy

Position Requirements

• Frequent travel and/or field work (valid driver's license and reliable vehicle required)
• Able to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with co-workers, clients and subcontractors
• Able to work with minimal oversight, but take direction from Senior managers
• Able to meet deadlines, both internally and externally
• Perform other project duties as assigned by senior staff
• Experience in the execution of Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, Phase II Subsurface Investigations, and remediation
• Familiarity with the Massachusetts Contingency Plan (MCP) is a plus

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, or related environmental field
• Minimum of two years of experience in technical activities directly related to environmental assessment activities, including report writing and field investigation

Knowledge & Skills

• Must be able to perform complex tasks and handle multiple priorities, and have the ability to perform exceptionally under high stress conditions.
• Knowledge of computer operations and standard software packages (word processing, spreadsheets, Adobe) required.
• Working knowledge of CAD and ArcGIS a plus.
• Position requires Health & Safety Certification pursuant to OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 (HAZWOPER 40 Hour)Position requires Health & Safety for Construction training pursuant to OSHA 29 CFR 1926 (OSHA 10) - Training provided if necessary.
• Walk job sites during inspections, sometimes on uneven terrain.
• Carry field testing equipment (up to 30 pounds) onto job sites with regularity.

Benefits/Opportunities:

We offer a generous benefits package including paid time off (3 weeks vacation), medical, dental, vision, 401K match (immediate vesting), short/long term disability, life insurance, dependent care benefits, tuition reimbursement, and access to a wide variety of services, wellness programs and more.

For more information about VERTEX visit us here http://vertexeng.com/.

We reserve the right to modify or revise the Job Description in part or in its entirety. Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with governing law