Environmental Scientist

True Environmental; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading environmental consulting firm in Germany seeks a technical assistant for water resources projects, focusing on stormwater compliance and regulatory consulting. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in environmental science, five years of experience with Clean Water Act compliance, and proficiency in stormwater programming. This role includes field inspections and reports. Join a team dedicated to maintaining high standards in environmental management.

Qualifikationen

• 5 years of practical experience with Clean Water Act programming compliance.
• Experience developing stormwater programming documents.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Aufgaben

• Provide leadership in MS4 and TMDL consulting and planning.
• Conduct stormwater management facility inspections.
• Prepare and review inspection reports and planning documents.

Kenntnisse

Understanding of VPDES stormwater program

Leadership in water resources consulting

Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office

Fieldwork ability in difficult terrain

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field

Tools

Esri Desktop ArcGIS software

GPS techniques using Esri products

Jobbeschreibung

GKY, a part of True Environmental and its partner firms, have united their strengths to establish the nation's premier environmental and engineering services consulting firm. This powerhouse organization offers an extensive range of services aimed at revolutionizing the built environment and preserving the natural one. Its diverse expertise encompasses environmental remediation, urban planning, engineering iconic coastal and marine structures, developing sustainable energy sources, and pioneering resource extraction methods. With a workforce of over 600 dedicated professionals, including environmental experts, engineers, technicians, scientists, planners, surveyors, and construction management professionals, this dynamic organization operates in more than 25 offices across the U.S. Explore further at GKY.com and True-Environmental.com to discover the full scope of our capabilities.

You will provide technical assistance for our water resources projects. Many of our projects serve public sector clients, which requires a high level of service and quality. Candidates should have a solid understanding of the Virginia Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (VPDES) stormwater program, including Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) and Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) compliance. We are looking for a passionate person who is self-motivated and eager to provide support and expertise to our water resources engineering and planning projects.

What you'll do

• Provide leadership in water resources and regulatory compliance consulting including:
• MS4 and TMDL program planning and implementation

Stormwater infrastructure inspections and investigations including but not limited to the following:

• Stormwater management (SWM) facility inspections
• Pollution prevention and good housekeeping/Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) site visits and inspections
• Construction site management/erosion and sediment control (ESC) measure inspection
• Other environmental-related field activities
• Inspection report and planning document preparation and review (Quality Assurance/Quality Control)
• Stormwater training development, coordination, and delivery
• Client and project staff coordination

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field
• 5 years of practical experience with Clean Water Act (CWA) programming compliance and implementation, with specific experience with MS4 and TMDL related planning
• Experience developing and implementing stormwater programming documents, such as:
• MS4 Program Plans and Annual Reports
• TMDL Action Plans
• Industrial and High Priority Municipal Facility SWPPPs
• P pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping Procedures
• Knowledge of stormwater infrastructure including SWM facilities
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Ability to perform fieldwork in difficult terrain and year-round weather conditions
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with the following:

• Regulatory compliance assistance
• Conducting compliance inspections
• Reading site plans and facility design details
• Nutrient management planning
• Field data collection and GPS techniques using Esri products such as Collector, Field Maps, and Survey 123
• Esri Desktop ArcGIS software (ArcMap and Pro)
• Stormwater sampling techniques and protocols
• Working with local government and/or state transportation agencies
• Ability to clearly communicate, both orally and in writing
• Excellent organization skills

The following certifications:

• Virginia DEQ SWM & ESC Inspector certifications
• Virginia DCR NMP certification

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.