Environmental Due Diligence Project Scientist

EBI; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

EBI Consulting is seeking a full-time Environmental Scientist to perform due diligence, field assessments, interviews, and independent research of local, state, and federal resources. Reporting may include Phase I ESAs, NEPA, and Cultural Resources deliverables.

This position can be remote or hybrid from our Burlington, MA headquarters. The majority of clients are in New England; candidates should be established in this market. It is a field-based role with up to 50% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, engineering, or related field.
• At least 1 year of professional environmental consulting experience.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% for field work in New England.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field assessments of various project types.
• Perform interviews and independent research using local, state, and federal resources.
• Prepare environmental reports including Phase I ESAs, NEPA documentation, and Cultural Resources deliverables.
• Conduct site reconnaissance and sampling activities.
• Compile and prepare supporting documentation such as site figures and appendices.
• Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and project requirements.
• Travel to project sites on short notice (typically one week or less).

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science / engineering / related field

1+ years in environmental consulting

Job description

For more than 35 years, EBI Consulting has helped clients solve complex challenges and unlock greater value from their assets. What sets us apart is not only the depth of our technical expertise, but also the breadth of services we provide across the entire building and asset lifecycle. We take the time to understand each client’s unique goals, delivering tailored solutions, actionable insights, and customized reporting that go beyond what traditional environmental and engineering consulting firms typically offer. Whether our clients are acquiring, developing, operating, or divesting assets, they rely on EBI as a trusted partner to reduce risk, navigate complexity, and maximize long-term value.

Position Summary

EBI is seeking a full-time Environmental Scientist to conduct due diligence services. The successful candidate will perform field assessments of limited/selected property types, interviews, and independent research of local, state, and federal resources. Reporting may include Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and/or Cultural Resources deliverables.

This position reports directly to the Area Operations Manager and can be either be a fully remote, work from home position or hybrid from our Burlington, MA corporate headquarters depending on where the successful candidate is located. The majority of clients this position will support will be located in New England, so candidates will need to already be established in this market. This is a field-based position, with upwards of 50% local and regional travel expected. Candidates must have previous experience with travel and be comfortable with this model to be considered.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct field assessmentson variousprojecttypes.

• Perform interviews and independent research using local, state, and federal resources.

• Prepare environmental reports includingPhase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs),National Environmental Policy Act(NEPA)documentation,Cultural Resources deliverables

• Conduct site reconnaissance and sampling activities.

• Compile and prepare supporting documentation such as site figures and appendices.

• Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and project requirements.

• Travel to project sitesonshort notice (typically one week or less) as needed.

Qualifications and Capabilities

• Bachelor’s Degree from accredited college or university in environmental science, engineering or related field
• 1+ years of professional experience in environmental consulting

Application Disclaimer

At EBI, we cultivate a welcoming and collaborative culture. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and encourage diverse candidates to apply. We do not discriminateagainst qualified individuals based on their status as a protected veteran or individuals with disabilities,nor do we discriminate based on sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation. All vendors are expected to maintain a working environment free from discrimination or harassment.

The reasonable estimate of the salary range for this position is $55,000 - $65,000. The salary range describes the minimum to maximum base salary range for this position across applicable US locations. This position may also be eligible for a bonus whereby total compensation may exceed base salary depending on individual performance. The actual compensation offered will be based on a range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to; geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements, knowledge, skills/level, qualifications and budget. For an overview of our benefits, please refer to our website.

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