What are the responsibilities and job description for the Entry Level Environmental Scientist position at VHB?
Overview
ABOUT THE POSITION
VHB’s Site Investigation and Remediation team in Providence, RI is looking to add an Environmental Scientist to support our work in due diligence, site assessment and site characterization. Our projects and clients are diverse, and while common themes run through most of our work, each project is unique. This results in new experiences and exciting opportunities to collaborate with a supportive and innovative team of multidisciplinary professionals.
Responsibilities
- Field data collection (soil, groundwater, soil gas, sediment, and surface water sampling).
- Conduct Site Investigations including ASTM Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments Leveraging technology to support data management and visualization.
- Conduct and Document Research at State and Municipal Agencies.
- Provide Field Support and Documentation of Remediation Projects.
- Write Technical Reports, Correspondence, Notes and Memoranda.
Skills & Abilities
- Ability to work in field and office settings.
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Motivated and ability to problem solve and work independently.
- Knowledge of RIDEM Remediation Regulations and Massachusetts Contingency Plan regulations and guidance documents a plus.
- Prior experience with SPCC and SWPPP inspections also a plus.
Requirements
- BS in, Environmental Science, Geology, Hydrogeology or Environmental Engineering (MS a plus).
- 0-1 years of professional environmental/remediation consulting experience.
- VHB will provide training, but individuals holding active OSHA 10-Hour Construction and 40-Hour HAZWOPER Training certificates preferred. These certifications are required in order to conduct field work at most of our project sites.
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.
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