Project Scientist

EHS Support is a specialty environmental consulting firm that provides solutions to complex environmental, health, and safety challenges across a range of market sectors and industries. With experts located throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and South Africa, we form long‑lasting partnerships with our clients through a culture of excellence, innovation, work ethic, and integrity. We focus on hiring and retaining talented, motivated people who enjoy collaborating with and delivering value to our clients. Our team does more than identify problems— we provide solutions. This Project Scientist opportunity is for a flexible and self‑motivated individual that is willing to learn and grow as part of a team while providing environmental assessment expertise to projects within the Sediment and Risk Assessment (SRA) and Remediation (REM) service lines at EHS Support. As a Project Scientist, you will be joining a high‑performance team of risk assessors, toxicologists, ecologists, scientists, and engineers that is focused on providing high‑quality technical and strategic solutions to a variety of clients. Your primary responsibilities in the Project Scientist position will include managing and leading multi‑media environmental investigations for routine and complex scenarios under federal and state programs. You will also be responsible for managing a team of talented professionals and providing mentorship to junior team members. Manage routine to complex projects with strict adherence to schedule, budget, and quality. Plan and lead field‑based investigations of multiple environmental media (e.g., surface water, sediment, pore water, soil, and biological communities/tissue) in various aquatic and terrestrial systems. Ensure field programs are conducted in accordance with investigation work plans, data quality objectives, and standard operating procedures. Lead analysis of environmental data in support of investigation objectives using Microsoft Excel and statistical software (e.g., R). Prepare high‑quality technical deliverables and presentations for effective communication of investigation findings. Support development of ecological risk assessments under federal and state regulatory programs, including Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). Mentor and upskill junior team members. Specific Experience and Skills 8+ years of experience in consulting. Commitment to a behavior‑based safety culture. Proven field leadership skills, with experience in mentoring and developing staff. Strong knowledge of field instrumentation and monitoring equipment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities. Familiarity with regulations and guidance for remedial investigation and risk assessment under state and federal programs (e.g., RCRA, CERCLA). Exceptional interpersonal skills. Education and Licenses Master’s degree in biology, chemistry, ecology, environmental science, natural resources, toxicology or a related field. Generous Vacation Policy 401k w/matching options Short- & Long‑Term Disability Life Insurance Sick Time EHS Support is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr EHS Support, LLC