Environmental Scientist

wilsonconst; Aurora (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer paid medical

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Personal time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

wilsonconst is hiring an Environmental Scientist based in Aurora, Oregon. The role focuses on environmental permitting and compliance in the electrical utility construction industry, with responsibilities including field monitoring, project tracking, and implementation of erosion controls.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and experience in environmental compliance. The company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, along with opportunities for travel and field work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Natural Resources, Biology, or a related field.
• Work experience in a related field (biology, storm water, geology, hydrology, etc.).
• Experience conducting and documenting field work.
• Stormwater experience or certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field monitoring for environmental compliance.
• Track current bids and projects.
• Estimate and manage project environmental costs.
• Implement erosion and stormwater controls at construction sites.

Skills

Field monitoring

Environmental compliance

Communication

Planning and organizing

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Title

Environmental Scientist – Aurora, Oregon

Job Overview

We have an immediate opening for an Environmental Scientist based in Aurora, Oregon. The Environmental Department focuses on environmental permitting and compliance management in the electrical utility construction industry, providing expertise in permitting, onsite inspection, erosion and sediment control implementation, mitigation planning, restoration, revegetation, and environmental training.

Location Requirements

• This position is based in our Aurora, Oregon office and various project locations as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct field monitoring and inspecting for environmental compliance (hydrocarbon spills, erosion and sediment control, sensitive resource mitigation).
• Track current bids and projects.
• Estimate and manage project environmental costs.
• Develop plans to meet mitigation requirements on a given project.
• Implement erosion and stormwater controls at construction sites.
• Be available to travel as needed and spend extended periods of time at project locations distant from the Aurora office.
• Interact and effectively communicate with all levels of Project Management staff, field superintendents, clients, and vendors.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Natural Resources, Biology, or another related field.
• Work experience in a related/relevant field (biology, storm water, geology, hydrology, etc.).
• Experience conducting and documenting field work.
• Stormwater experience or certifications preferred.
• Experience in environmental permitting or compliance, including CWA, RHA, ESA, Section 106, NEPA, CEQA, etc., preferred.
• Capable of performing strenuous fieldwork and walking long distances.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with various levels of staff and personality types.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Must be able to work outside and travel as necessary.
• Must have a valid state driver’s license.

Benefits

Competitive salary and excellent benefits package including employer paid medical, dental, vision, 401(k), personal time off and holiday pay.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Wilson Construction Co. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Drug‑Free Workplace

Smoke & drug free environment. Successful candidates will be required to pass post-offer and random drug tests, including marijuana.