Environmental Project Scientist

Trileaf Corporation; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationwide environmental consulting firm is seeking a full-time Project Scientist in Schaumburg, IL. The role involves conducting environmental due diligence, including Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments. Ideal candidates will have a degree in relevant fields and a strong commitment to detail and excellence.

Benefits

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

401k w/matching

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life Insurance – 100% Employer paid

3 weeks of PTO per year

8 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of field experience conducting environmental due diligence work.
• Experience with Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments.

Responsibilities

• Travel to project locations for site assessments.
• Conduct interviews and analyze government database records.
• Draft standardized reports based on collected data.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Good computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science

Bachelor’s degree in Geology

Bachelor’s degree in Geography

Job description

Company:
Trileaf Corporation is a nationwide environmental, architecture, and engineering consulting firm that assists clients with environmental due diligence, regulatory compliance, and engineering & architectural design. Trileaf serves the wireless communications, commercial real estate, financial, and petroleum industries from its headquarters in St. Louis, MO and multiple branch offices throughout the U.S.

Job Summary:

Trileaf is seeking a full-time, Project Scientist with at least 0-1 year of field experience conducting environmental due diligence work on commercial real estate projects, to include Phase I Environmental Site Assessments Phase I ESAs and Phase II ESAs

Essential Job Functions:

• Travel to project location, take detailed notes and photographs of site (3-4 days per week)
• Conducting interviews, in person, via email, and phone
• Ordering & analyzing government database records
• Performing regulatory agency file reviews
• Reviewing historical data (including topographic maps, Sanborn fire insurance maps, city directories, and aerial photographs)
• Drafting of a standardized report using information from these various sources
• Perform QA/QC to the satisfaction of both management and clients
• Completing requested revisions & submitting report within pre-established timelines
• Conducting field work to collect samples of potentially contaminated subsurface media (soil, groundwater, and soil vapor) and/or indoor air
• Compare analytical contaminant data collected to applicable regulatory standards
• Regulatory writing

Basic Qualifications:
To be considered, the resume of the applicant must demonstrate the following qualifications/skills:

• Attention to detail
• Strong work ethic
• Valid driver license
• Capable of fieldwork
• Ability and willingness to travel (travel not expected to exceed 2-3 days at a time)
• Good computer skills
• Independent worker
• Commitment to excellence
• Phase I Assessments
• NEPA Assessments

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Preferred Qualifications / Experience:

• 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification
• Licensed Asbestos Inspector
• Management
• Mold assessment experience
• Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ASTM E1903)
• Property Condition Assessments (ASTM E2018)
• Transaction Screen Assessments (ASTM E1528)
• Record Search with Risk Assessments (SBA SOP 50 10 6)
• Environmental Professional (EP)

Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Biology, Environmental Science, Geology, Geography or related fields

Benefits:

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401k w/matching
• Short-term disability, Long-term disability & Life Insurance – 100% Employer paid
• 3 weeks of PTO per year
• 8 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday

The listed salary range for this position is an expected range. The actual offer will be at the company's sole discretion and determined by relevant business considerations, including the final candidate's qualifications, years of experience, skillset, geographic location, and current market data.

Trileaf Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, and local laws in jurisdictions where we operate.