Staff Environmental Scientist-Junior Project Manager

Staff Environmental Scientist – Junior Project Manager

Position Summary:

HRL Compliance Solutions Inc., a multidisciplinary Environmental consulting firm, is seeking a staff environmental scientist/junior project manager for various environmental programs throughout Colorado and the Rocky Mountain states. The staff environmental scientist will predominantly support soil and groundwater contaminant assessment and remediation projects. The position will also participate in programs such as due diligence, SPCC inspections, spill response, waste management, and air compliance. This position will perform responsible, and often independent, technical, and administrative tasks in support of client specific environmental compliance action items.

Responsibilities:

Collect samples of various environmental media including soil, groundwater, vapor, surface water, and sediment.
Oversee soil boring advancement and monitoring well installations with tasks including field screening of contaminants, borehole logging, and sample collection.
Conduct aquifer testing and data evaluation.
Perform installation and operation and maintenance of remediation systems.
Conduct site inspections, monitoring, and data management for regulatory and environmental compliance projects in accordance with applicable regulations.
Perform Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs).
Under supervision, provide technical expertise for SPCC services including plan preparation, inspection, and documentation.
Prepare risk-based assessment and groundwater monitoring reports.
Assist in the preparation of permitting applications for various regulatory needs.
Input, manage, and utilize inspection and other data (e.g., Geographic Information System (GIS) and communications using Microsoft Word and Excel.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Familiarity with environmental regulations and programs including but not limited to Colorado OPS programs, CDPHE regulated projects, SPCC, RCRA, CAA, CWA, ESA, COGCC and BLM programs.
Ability to communicate well with others in fast paced and potentially demanding circumstances.
Solid understanding of sampling protocols and techniques in accordance with EPA or state standards.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office with strong professional writing skills.
Detail oriented and strong organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet client deliverables.
Excellent interpersonal communication ability with clients, staff, and regulatory agencies.
Sound documentation, recordkeeping, and critical thinking skills.
Strong initiative and the ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
Strong map reading skills.
Ability to travel to remote sites in extreme weather utilizing a company vehicle.

Environment:

Position is primarily completed 50% in the field and 50% in the office requiring periods of extended walking, hiking, and standing in uneven, rocky terrain.
Exposure to extreme weather including heat, cold, wind, snow and rain.
Some overnight travel may be required.
Extended periods of driving from the office to various sites will be necessary.

Education and Experience:

B.S. in Geology, Engineering, Environmental Science, or related science discipline.
40 Hour Hazwoper, OSHA 10 Hour, First Aid and CPR training preferred.
Minimum of 3+ years in similar position preferred.

Special Qualifications:

Clean driving record, valid driver’s license.
Ability to pass pre-employment, random, and post-accident drug screening as applicable.
Ability to pass background screening as applicable.

Join our Team:

Salary Range $25.00-$35.00/hour plus overtime as applicable
Full benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K, LTD/STD, Life Insurance, PTO.
Bonus and incentive plan eligible.
Team oriented, family friendly culture.

HRL Compliance Solutions, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace

***Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the above tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is illustrative ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.