Environmental Scientist

Resource Options, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Resource Options, Inc. is seeking a Geologist / Senior Environmental Scientist to lead site investigations, remediation, and compliance projects across Massachusetts and New England.

You will design field programs, oversee field activities, and mentor junior staff while coordinating with subcontractors and clients. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in environmental consulting, strong hydrogeology skills, and experience managing budgets and schedules.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of environmental consulting experience with site investigation and remediation.
• Experience designing field programs and managing field activities.
• Strong hydrogeologic interpretation and data analysis skills.
• Proficient written and verbal communication.
• Valid United States driver\'s license.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute technical solutions to fulfill client and project requirements.
• Design field programs and manage scheduling, budgeting, and subcontractor activities.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage Site Investigations and Remedial Investigations from project inception through completion.
• Set up work plans and field protocols, supervise field activities, and coordinate field personnel to ensure technically sound project implementation.
• Coordinate the collection, reduction, and evaluation of environmental data to support project decisions and future client needs.
• Perform hydrogeologic interpretation and technical data analysis to support site characterization and remediation efforts.
• Prepare technical reports documenting findings, conclusions, and remedial recommendations for client and regulatory review.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and invoicing to ensure projects are completed in accordance with company standards and client expectations.
• Manage subcontractors including drillers, laboratories, and remediation contractors.
• Review project progress and proactively identify solutions to technical, budgetary, or scheduling challenges.
• Mentor and support junior staff through direct field and office-based training.
• Collaborate with senior management to continue developing technical expertise and leadership skills.

Skills

Field program design

Project scheduling

Budget management

Subcontractor management

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Education

B.S. Degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Hydrogeology, or related field

Job description

Geologist / Senior Environmental Scientist

Are you an experienced and skilled environmental professional looking to make a significant impact on exciting site investigation and remediation projects? We are seeking a talented Geologist / Senior Environmental Scientist to join a dynamic consulting team and contribute to the successful execution of environmental assessment, remediation, and compliance projects throughout Massachusetts and New England. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for environmental consulting, strong technical expertise, and experience managing complex field programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute technical solutions to fulfill both client and project requirements.
• Design field programs and manage associated project activities including scheduling, budgeting, task coordination, and subcontractor management.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage Site Investigations and Remedial Investigations from project inception through completion.
• Set up work plans and field protocols, supervise field activities, and coordinate field personnel to ensure technically sound project implementation.
• Coordinate the collection, reduction, and evaluation of environmental data to support project decisions and future client needs.
• Perform hydrogeologic interpretation and technical data analysis to support site characterization and remediation efforts.
• Prepare technical reports documenting findings, conclusions, and remedial recommendations for client and regulatory review.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and invoicing to ensure projects are completed in accordance with company standards and client expectations.
• Manage subcontractors including drillers, laboratories, and remediation contractors.
• Review project progress and proactively identify solutions to technical, budgetary, or scheduling challenges.
• Mentor and support junior staff through direct field and office-based training.
• Collaborate with senior management to continue developing technical expertise and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Hydrogeology, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience within the environmental consulting industry with demonstrated progression in site investigation, remediation, and task management.
• Experience designing field programs and managing associated field activities.
• Proficiency with project scheduling, budgeting, coordination, and subcontractor management.
• Experience planning, coordinating, and managing Site Investigation and Remedial Investigation activities.
• Strong technical data evaluation, analytical, and hydrogeologic interpretation skills.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with common environmental technical protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Ability and willingness to support the technical growth and development of junior staff.
• Valid United States driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with the Massachusetts Contingency Plan (MCP).
• Experience preparing ASTM Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs).
• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification.
• Professional licensure or pursuit of PG, PE, or LSP credentials.

Pay Range: $85,000 - $110,000 annually

Now in our 4th decade, Resource Options, Inc. (“ROI”) partners with Design, Construction, Environmental, and Real Estate professionals to help them identify great opportunities within their area of expertise. With offices throughout New England, New York and New Jersey, ROI seeks candidates interested in rewarding careers with companies serving the natural and built environments. Representative positions include carpenters, electricians, laborers, pipefitters, plumbers, OSHA 40 technicians, CDL drivers, lab pack chemists, HEO’s, w/ww operators, analytical chemists, environmental scientists, safety professionals, land surveyors, M/E/P engineers, civil, structural and geotechnical engineers, architects and interior designers, project managers, estimators, superintendents, OPM representatives, property managers, facility maintenance technicians and more.

ROI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

ROI intends to provide a safe and drug-free work environment for our employees and our clients; as such you may be required to take a pre-employment drug screen before beginning employment.

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