Environmental Scientist

Overview As a Geologist/Environmental Scientist for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) at our Pittsburgh, PA office, you’ll be directly involved with environmental compliance, monitoring and assessment projects. Your primary responsibility will be completing field activities, including assisting with and leading field sampling activities for groundwater, surface water, sediment, air and soil; monitoring soil boring and bedrock coring activities; screening various media for evidence of environmental impacts; assisting with pumping/aquifer testing; and documenting groundwater monitoring well and piezometer installation activities. You will also assist with reporting activities, including managing and interpreting environmental data, developing potentiometric surface maps and geologic cross sections, and preparing field reports. The degree of involvement will be based upon your exposure and experience. Role and responsibilities: Collect, analyze, and document field data for presentation in engineering/scientific project reports, plans, specifications, permits, cost estimates, and other project documents. Participate in field work as necessary/required to accomplish tasks assigned by the project team leadership. Help coordinate assigned tasks with other project team members to successfully complete discreet tasks and report progress to team leadership. Maintain and utilize working knowledge of accepted engineering design, scientific principles, regulatory programs, and field standards in the execution of work as directed by your supervisor and in conformance with industry standards. Provide input and assistance in investigating new techniques and methods that may increase CEC’s efficiency and incorporate cutting edge applications to arrive at the desired result on projects. Employees enjoy annual events and community activities. CEC provides a comprehensive benefits package including bonus recognition, employee stock ownership program, performance reviews, and goal-setting opportunities. Qualifications Previous internship experience or 1+ years of professional experience preferred. Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or Environmental Engineering (or equivalent). Valid driver’s license. Strong quantitative/math and analytical skills. The ability to participate in field work. Willingness to take training courses/secure certifications in various specialized areas such as hazardous materials inspection, sample collection techniques, environmental site assessments, groundwater modelling, etc. Benefits CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work-life balance. CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr