Entry-Level Environmental Scientist/Asbestos Inspector Entry-Level Environmental Scientist/Asbe[...]

Seeds Renewables; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm is seeking an Entry-Level Environmental Scientist/Asbestos and Lead Inspector for their Germantown, MD office. The successful candidate will conduct hazardous building materials surveys, prepare reports, and perform analysis using GIS software. This role involves both fieldwork and office responsibilities, requiring some travel. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Environmental Science and familiarity with environmental assessments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field preferred.
• Familiarity with asbestos and lead inspection practices.
• Ability to travel for fieldwork as required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field studies and collect environmental samples.
• Perform data analysis and interpret results.
• Prepare technical reports on environmental findings.
• Utilize GIS software for mapping and data analysis.
• Assist in environmental impact assessments.

Skills

Field studies

Data analysis

GIS software

Report preparation

Environmental assessments

Job description

AECOM

In-person · Germantown, ... more

Job Description

The Environmental Business Line of AECOM is seeking an Entry-Level Environmental Scientist/Asbestos and Lead Inspector for immediate employment with the EHS Department in the Germantown, MD office.

The main responsibility of the successful candidate will be to perform hazardous building materials surveys (asbestos, lead paint, etc.) and prepare the associated survey reports, as well as perform abatement oversight. The candidate will perform the work under the supervision of a project manager or senior-level team member. The position will require that the candidate be available to perform work in both the field and office and be able to travel out-of-town for durations ranging from one week to three months, as needed.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Conduct field studies and collect environmental samples for analysis
• Perform data analysis and interpret results using statistical methods
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports and presentations on environmental findings
• Utilize GIS software to create maps and analyze spatial data
• Assist in environmental impact assessments and pollution control projects
• Support the creation of environmental management plans and conservation strategies
• Design and execute experiments to assess environmental quality and ecosystem health
• Develop and maintain databases for environmental data management and analysis
• Contribute to the development of standard operating procedures for field and laboratory work

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex ...