Environmental Compliance Scientist - Project Scientist

Spangler Environmental, Inc.; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Professional Development

Job summary

Earth Systems in Bismarck, ND is seeking an Environmental Compliance Scientist to provide expertise in permitting, regulatory compliance, site assessments, and project management. You will manage multiple consulting projects and help clients stay compliant with federal, state, and local environmental regulations.

The role requires strong writing, analytical abilities, and communication, with travel to project sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, Biology, Natural Resources, Sustainability, or related scientific discipline.
• 4–6 years of experience in environmental consulting, permitting, regulatory compliance, or environmental project management.
• Working knowledge of EPA and North Dakota environmental regulations.
• Experience preparing environmental permits, regulatory reports, and technical documentation.
• Strong technical writing, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit environmental permit applications, regulatory reports, and technical documentation.
• Assist clients in maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
• Conduct environmental site assessments, inspections, compliance audits, and field investigations.
• Manage multiple environmental consulting projects from proposal through project completion.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate laboratory services and interpret analytical results.
• Prepare technical reports, work plans, environmental assessments, and regulatory documentation.

Skills

Technical writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

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Environmental Compliance Scientist - Project Scientist

Full-Time Professional Bismarck, ND, US

Position Summary

The Environmental Compliance Scientist provides technical expertise in environmental permitting, regulatory compliance, site assessments, environmental investigations, and project management. This position manages multiple consulting projects while helping clients maintain compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations.

Success in this role requires strong technical skills, sound judgment, effective communication, and the ability to manage projects from proposal through completion while delivering exceptional client service.

Key Responsibilities

Environmental Compliance & Permitting

• Prepare and submit environmental permit applications, regulatory reports, and technical documentation.
• Assist clients in maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
• Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans
• NPDES permit applications and Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs)
• Air emissions inventories
• Tier II and Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) reports
• Hazardous and non‑hazardous waste reports
• Interpret and apply environmental regulations including:
  • Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
  • Clean Air Act (CAA)
  • Clean Water Act (CWA)
  • Emergency Planning and Community Right‑to‑Know Act (EPCRA)
  • Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)
  • North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality (NDDEQ) regulations and permitting requirements
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies during permitting, inspections, and compliance activities.
• Monitor regulatory changes and provide clients with practical compliance guidance.

Environmental Consulting & Field Services

• Conduct environmental site assessments, inspections, compliance audits, and field investigations.
• Perform soil, groundwater, surface water, stormwater, wastewater, and sediment sampling.
• Conduct or support Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs).
• Assist with spill response, remediation projects, and corrective action programs.
• Evaluate environmental risks and develop practical recommendations for compliance and remediation.
• Coordinate laboratory services and interpret analytical results.
• Prepare technical reports, work plans, environmental assessments, and regulatory documentation.

Project Management

• Manage multiple environmental consulting projects from proposal through project completion.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and cost estimates.
• Monitor project progress, budgets, and billable utilization to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Coordinate field staff, subcontractors, laboratories, and project resources.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and client communications.
• Deliver high‑quality technical work products that meet client expectations and company standards.

Client Service

• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through responsive communication and exceptional service.
• Serve as a trusted technical resource for clients and regulatory agencies.
• Support proposal preparation, project planning, and cost estimates.
• Identify opportunities to expand client services and contribute to business development efforts.
• Participate in client meetings, presentations, conferences, and networking opportunities.
• Represent Earth Systems with professionalism, integrity, and technical excellence.
• Collaborate with engineers, geologists, scientists, and project managers on multidisciplinary projects.
• Mentor junior staff and provide technical guidance.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, continuous improvement, and environmental stewardship.
• Participate in internal training and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, Biology, Natural Resources, Sustainability, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 4–6 years of experience in environmental consulting, permitting, regulatory compliance, or environmental project management.
• Working knowledge of EPA and North Dakota environmental regulations.
• Experience preparing environmental permits, regulatory reports, and technical documentation.
• Strong technical writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record and the ability to travel to project sites.

Preferred

• Experience preparing SPCC Plans, SWPPPs, and NPDES permits.
• Experience conducting Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments.
• Knowledge of RCRA, CAA, CWA, EPCRA, TSCA, and hazardous waste regulations.
• Environmental sampling and field investigation experience.
• OSHA 40‑Hour HAZWOPER certification (or ability to obtain).
• GIS experience.
• Professional certifications such as CHMM, REM, Professional Engineer (PE) or an EIT that will be able to obtain their PE within a year)) or Professional Geologist (PG).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in office, laboratory, industrial, and outdoor field environments.
• Ability to walk uneven terrain, construction sites, agricultural properties, and industrial facilities.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds of field equipment.
• Ability to travel throughout North Dakota and surrounding states, including occasional overnight travel.
• Ability to work safely in varying weather conditions and around active industrial operations.

What You'll Love About Working Here

• Diverse environmental consulting projects across multiple industries.
• Opportunities to balance fieldwork with office‑based technical consulting.
• Professional development, continuing education, and certification support.
• A collaborative team of scientists, engineers, geologists, and environmental professionals.
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing, multi‑state environmental consulting organization.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping clients solve complex environmental challenges and protect natural resources.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Professional Development and Continuing Education
• Company‑Paid Training and Professional Certifications
• Collaborative and Team‑Oriented Work Environment

Salary Range

$80,000 to $105,000 annually, based on education, experience, certifications, technical expertise, and project management responsibilities.

Equal Opportunity & Compliance

Earth Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on any protected status under federal, state, or local law.

We are a Drug‑Free Workplace. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, drug screening, and motor vehicle record review, where applicable.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. We do not sponsor employment visas for this position.