Environmental Scientist/Engineer - Remediation

Job Description

VERTEX's growing Seattle office is looking for an experienced environmental scientist, geologist, or engineer to join our expanding Environmental practice. The successful candidate will enjoy the challenge of working on multiple projects on a fast-paced schedule, evaluate properties locally and across the country, provide field oversight on a variety of projects, and assist senior staff with data evaluation, project coordination, and report preparation.

Core Responsibilities

Conduct and prepare Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) and Property Condition Assessments (PCAs), Phase II field investigation activities, and environmental sampling (soil, groundwater, soil gas, and indoor air)

Conduct field investigations and remedial construction oversight

Prepare technical reports in accordance with internal quality control procedures and applicable regulations for senior review

Prepare tables, figures, boring logs for inclusion in reports

Assist with scheduling, coordination, and oversight of subcontractor project activities

Compile and review laboratory and field data

Prepare and implement Health and Safety Plans

Skills & Abilities

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to work with moderate oversight and take direction from senior managers

MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)

Proficiency or working knowledge with QUIRE, AutoCAD, TurboCAD, and/or Geographic Information Systems (GIS) programs a plus

Ability to walk job sites during inspections, sometimes on uneven terrain

Ability to carry field testing equipment (up to 30 pounds) onto job sites with regularity

Qualifications

BS in Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or related field

1+ years of professional experience in environmental assessment activities, including Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, Property Condition Assessments, Phase II Subsurface Investigations, and remediation

Frequent travel and/or field work (valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation required)

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) 40-Hour training certification required (training provided if necessary)

OSHA 10-Hour Construction training certification required (training provided if necessary)