Environmental Scientist

Arcadis U.S.Inc.; Virginia Beach (VA); Hybride; USD 58 000 - 87 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Paid holidays

PTO

Résumé du poste

Arcadis is seeking a detail oriented Environmental Scientist to join our Virginia Beach team. The role balances field and office work, with 50% to 75% in the field, performing soil, groundwater, and vapor sampling among other site activities.

You will support PMs/TMs in planning investigations and remediation, write technical reports and plans, and help manage subcontractors and field operations. Travel may be required 1–2 days weekly.

Qualifications

• BA or BS in Environmental Science, Geology or related field.
• 2+ years experience in the field is preferred.

Responsabilités

• Plan environmental site characterization, investigation and remediation tasks with PMs/TMs.
• Conduct fieldwork including soil, groundwater sampling, drilling oversight and other field activities.
• Assist with planning environmental investigation and remediation tasks and with writing technical reports, work plans and memos.
• Office tasks may include data compilation, cost estimates, health & safety plan prep and report writing.
• Prepare subcontracts and oversee subcontractors.

Connaissances

Fieldwork

Note-taking

Report writing

Formation

BA or BS in Environmental Science, Geology or related field

Description du poste

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world's most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:

Arcadis is seeking a detail oriented, well organized Environmental Scientist to join our team in Virginia Beach, VA. While this position requires both field and office work, the candidate should expect to spend 50% to 75% of their time in the field. Candidates must have a good driving record, be willing to work outside in all weather conditions and for extended periods. Field work may be performed at project sites with environmental media (e.g., soil, sediment, groundwater, surface water, etc.) that has been impacted with hazardous substances and/or hazardous wastes. Candidates must also be able to meet the physical demands associated with performing field work, including lifting heavy equipment, working in a standing position for extended periods of time, etc

You will have the opportunity to join a dedicated team that prioritizes mentorship and your professional growth. The team is committed to supporting your success and providing guidance as you navigate your role.

As part of our Resilience Environment team, you'll help improve quality of life.

Role accountabilities:

As an Environmental Scientist, you will be responsible for assisting Project Managers (PMs) and Task Managers (TMs) in planning and executing environmental site characterization, investigation, and remediation tasks.

Fieldwork will also be a key aspect of this position. As an environmental professional, you will be working both independently and with others performing fieldwork in all weather conditions which may include drilling oversight for soil sampling and/or groundwater well installation, groundwater sampling, excavation oversight, in-situ remediation, operation and maintenance of remediation systems, and vapor intrusion/soil gas surveys. Some of these tasks will require subcontractor oversight. It is essential to conduct fieldwork with a focus on health and safety.

Extensive and detailed note taking is required along with coordination and communication with Project Managers (PMs) and other office staff. Additionally, you will assist PMs and Assistant PMs (APMs) with planning environmental investigation and remediation tasks, and assist with writing and preparing technical reports, work plans, letters, and memorandum. Office work may include task coordination, data compilation and interpretation, health & safety plan preparation, and report writing.

Your core duties will include:

• Prepare subcontracts and oversee the work of subcontractors.
• Writing and preparing technical reports, work plans, letters, and memoranda.
• Office work may include task coordination, data compilation and interpretation, cost estimates, health & safety plan preparation, report writing, regulatory file reviews, proposal writing, project strategy development, schedule and budget management, and establishment of subcontracts.
• Conduct field work including soil, groundwater, and/or vapor sampling in the field. Field work may require regional business travel for up to 1-2 days per week on average.

Qualifications & Experience:

Required Qualifications:

• BA or BS in Environmental Science, Geology or related field
• 2+ years experience in the field is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current OSHA HAZWOPER 40 HR / 8 HR training
• Previous industry, consulting, or regulatory internship experience

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It's why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your own life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• EAP
• 401K
• STD
• LTD
• AD&D
• life insurance
• paid parental leave
• reward & recognition program
• wellbeing benefits
• adoption assistance
• tuition reimbursement

We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year.

The salary range for this position is $58,320 - $87,480. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.

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