Environmental Staff Scientist

Job Description
Environmental Staff Scientist

Weaver Consultants Group, an environmental, civil and geotechnical engineering consulting firm is seeking to expand our Environmental Practice Group in our Naperville office. We are seeking qualified, degreed professionals who will thrive in a fast-paced and challenging work environment. We offer an environment conducive to personal growth and skill development with the opportunity to participate in the entire project life cycle. Our culture appeals to individuals interested in providing technical and high-quality services, in a highly responsive manner focused on exceeding our clients' project-specific needs.

Primary Responsibilities

We are seeking an entry-level Environmental Staff Scientist with experience performing environmental field work and supporting report preparation. The Environmental Staff Scientist will focus on delivering high-quality technical services that meet our clients' needs and exceed their expectations.

The qualified candidates must have 2 to 5 years of professional experience with the following environmental activities:

• Wetland Determinations and Delineations;
• Wetland and Stormwater Permitting;
• Wetland Mitigation Design and Monitoring;
• Floristic Quality Assessments;
• Erosion and Sediment Control Best Management Practices;
• Stormwater Management Inspection and Permit Compliance Documentation;
• Phase I/Phase II Environmental Site Assessments; and
• Remediation Monitoring and Documentation.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Environmental Science, Biology, Geology, or Natural Resources or related field;
• Professional experience with wetland delineation/assessment, stormwater permitting, environmental due diligence, and/or environmental remediation;
• Understanding of Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Best Management Practices;
• Permit compliance and erosion and sediment control inspection experience;
• Lake County Designated Erosion Control Inspector (DECI) certification, or progress towards DECI certification;
• Other soil erosion and sediment control design or inspection certifications (e.g., CPESC, CESSWI) also beneficial;
• Strong and effective written and verbal communication skills with colleagues, managers, and clients;
• Strong technical writing skills;
• Strong Microsoft Office Word and Excel skills;
• Strong Microsoft Office Word and Excel skills;
• Plant identification experience preferred;
• Strong understanding of health and safety protocols;
• 40-Hour Hazwoper Certified - Preferred; and
• Ability to travel 25%-50% (primarily local)

The qualified person would perform field activities and prepare the supporting reports associated with the above-listed activities in accordance with the applicable standards and agency regulations. The qualified person would work in a team environment with senior staff providing support and conducting review of reports.

Weaver Consultants Group prides itself on our people who are as dedicated to client service as they are to their professional or technical discipline. If you are a highly motivated and committed individual, please apply to join our growing team!

EOE/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability

Weaver Consultants Group maintains a drugfree workplace.

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