Environmental Field Scientist & Project Lead

Apex Companies, LLC; Woodbridge Township (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

401k with match

Tuition assistance

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Apex Companies, LLC is seeking an Environmental Scientist - Project Scientist in Iselin, NJ. This role blends fieldwork (about 80%) with office tasks (about 20%) on diverse environmental projects across New Jersey and New York, including Long Island and NYC boroughs.

Responsibilities include soil/groundwater sampling, Phase I/II activities, remediation oversight, and data reporting. Travel to sites is required, with occasional overnight stays as projects dictate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience with environmental field sampling and data collection.
• Experience with NJDEP and NYSDEC regulations.
• Proficiency with environmental field procedures.
• Strong writing, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience with data management and environmental report preparation.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Strong safety awareness and safe work practices.
• Ability to learn across a wide variety of project types.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to finish work on time and within project budgets.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certification preferred.
• Light construction experience or hands-on field skills.
• Experience with remediation oversight, stormwater, or subcontractor oversight.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental field sampling and data collection (soil, groundwater, vapor intrusion).
• Perform Phase I inspections and reporting for environmental diligence.
• Support Phase II investigations, remediation activities, and environmental reporting.
• Provide field oversight during remediation and construction activities.
• Oversee subcontractor activities, including well installations and UST removals.
• Maintain accurate field notes and generate quality environmental data.
• Prepare technical reports, field documents, and other deliverables.
• Communicate with project managers, clients, and team members.

Skills

Environmental field sampling

Data collection

Technical writing

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology/Hydrogeology/Environmental Science

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Field equipment handling

Job description

Apex Companies, LLC is seeking an Environmental Scientist - Project Scientist in Iselin, NJ. This role blends fieldwork (about 80%) with office tasks (about 20%) on diverse environmental projects across New Jersey and New York, including Long Island and NYC boroughs.

Responsibilities include soil/groundwater sampling, Phase I/II activities, remediation oversight, and data reporting. Travel to sites is required, with occasional overnight stays as projects dictate.