Environmental Scientist

Energy Vault; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm seeks a passionate Water Resources Engineer to manage stormwater compliance projects. Candidates will provide expertise in regulatory inspections and plan develop quality control activities. This role requires a Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience, focusing on sustainability and environmental compliance efforts.

Qualifications

• 5 years of practical experience with Clean Water Act compliance, particularly MS4 and TMDL.
• Knowledge of stormwater infrastructure and ability to perform fieldwork.
• Certifications such as Virginia DEQ SWM & ESC Inspector are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead stormwater regulatory compliance consulting, including MS4 and TMDL planning.
• Conduct inspections of stormwater infrastructure and prepare reports.
• Coordinate with clients and develop stormwater training.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Stormwater management

Field data collection

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field

Tools

Esri products

ArcGIS software

Microsoft Office

Job description

GKY, a part of True Environmental and its partner firms, have united their strengths to establish the nation's premier environmental and engineering services consulting firm. This powerhouse organization offers an extensive range of services aimed at revolutionizing the built environment and preserving the natural one. Its diverse expertise encompasses environmental remediation, urban planning, engineering iconic coastal and marine structures, developing sustainable energy sources, and pioneering resource extraction methods. With a workforce of over 600 dedicated professionals, including environmental experts, engineers, technicians, scientists, planners, surveyors, and construction management professionals, this dynamic organization operates in more than 25 offices across the U.S. Explore further at GKY.com and True-Environmental.com to discover the full scope of our capabilities.

You will provide technical assistance for our water resources projects. Many of our projects serve public sector clients, which requires a high level of service and quality. Candidates should have a solid understanding of the Virginia Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (VPDES) stormwater program, including Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) and Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) compliance. We are looking for a passionate person who is self-motivated and eager to provide support and expertise to our water resources engineering and planning projects.

What you'll do

• • Provide leadership in water resources and regulatory compliance consulting including:
  • MS4 and TMDL program planning and implementation

Stormwater infrastructure inspections and investigations including but not limited to the following:

Stormwater management (SWM) facility inspectionsPollution prevention and good housekeeping/Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) site visits and inspectionsConstruction site management/erosion and sediment control (ESC) measure inspectionOther environmental-related field activitiesInspection report and planning document preparation and review (Quality Assurance/Quality Control)Stormwater training development, coordination, and deliveryClient and project staff coordination

Minimum qualifications

• • Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field
  • 5 years of practical experience with Clean Water Act (CWA) programming compliance and implementation, with specific experience with MS4 and TMDL related planning

Experience developing and implementing stormwater programming documents, such as:

MS4 Program Plans and Annual ReportsTMDL Action PlansIndustrial and High Priority Municipal Facility SWPPPsPollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping ProceduresKnowledge of stormwater infrastructure including SWM facilitiesStrong proficiency with Microsoft OfficeAbility to perform fieldwork in difficult terrain and year-round weather conditionsValid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with the following:

Regulatory compliance assistance Conducting compliance inspections Reading site plans and facility design details Nutrient management planning Field data collection and GPS techniques using Esri products such as Collector, Field Maps, and Survey 123 Esri Desktop ArcGIS software (ArcMap and Pro) Stormwater sampling techniques and protocols Working with local government and/or state transportation agenciesAbility to clearly communicate, both orally and in writingExcellent organization skills

The following certifications:

Virginia DEQ SWM & ESC Inspector certificationsVirginia DCR NMP certification

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.