Environmental Scientist - Environmental Professional (EP)

Ramaker & Associates, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ramaker & Associates, Inc. is seeking an Environmental Professional to join our telecommunications environmental team in the upper Midwest.

You will perform Phase I Environmental Site Assessments in accordance with ASTM E1527-21, review records, and support regulatory reviews for project delivery. You will work with engineers and surveyors, travel roughly monthly to job sites, and have the flexibility to work from home or our Madison, Wisconsin office.

Qualifications

• Experience performing Phase I ESAs under ASTM E1527-21.
• Ability to research histories and environmental records.
• Experience developing technical reports with professional judgment.
• Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams.
• Eligibility to work in the US without sponsorship.
• Willingness to travel approx monthly.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and serve as Environmental Professional for Phase I ESAs.
• Research property histories, review environmental records, and interview.
• Evaluate data gaps and develop conclusions on environmental conditions.
• Support regulatory reviews and NEPA-related project requirements.
• Coordinate with engineers, surveyors, and project teams.
• Analyze data, maintain records, and assist with scopes of work and reports.

Skills

Phase I ESA

ASTM E1527-21

Environmental due diligence

Regulatory review

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering

Job description

Ramaker & Associates, Inc. is an employee-owned multidisciplinary firm delivering architecture, engineering, interior design, environmental, surveying, and related technical services for projects across a wide range of industries nationwide. Our work brings together technical expertise and practical problem-solving to help clients move projects forward with clarity, quality, and confidence.

As part of our telecommunications environmental team, you will contribute to due diligence and regulatory review work that supports both property assessments and broader project delivery. This role offers the opportunity to apply sound environmental judgment, collaborate across disciplines, and produce work that helps clients understand risk, navigate requirements, and make informed decisions.

Most of our projects are in the upper Midwest. We are looking for a candidate who will be within 1-2 hours driving distance from most of our project sites. When you are not at a job site, you have the flexibility to work from your home or from our office in Madison, Wisconsin.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and serve as the Environmental Professional for Phase I Environmental Site Assessments in accordance with ASTM E1527-21 and applicable All Appropriate Inquiries requirements.

• Research property histories, review environmental records, conduct site reconnaissance and interviews, and evaluate potential environmental concerns.

• Develop clear conclusions regarding recognized environmental conditions, significant data gaps, and the need for additional investigation.

• Support environmental and regulatory reviews for telecommunications projects, including NEPA documentation and permitting coordination, as appropriate to experience.

• Coordinate with engineers, surveyors, and multidisciplinary project teams to support environmental due diligence and project delivery.

• Analyze environmental data, maintain accurate project records, and assist with scopes of work, budgets, and technical report preparation.
  Required Qualifications

• Experience:
  

  • Preparing and reviewing Phase I Environmental Site Assessments under ASTM E1527-21 as an Environmental Professional.
  • Researching property history, environmental records, and site investigation findings.
  • Preparing technical reports, evaluating recognized environmental conditions, and supporting conclusions with sound professional judgment.
  • Working effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

• Working knowledge of ASTM E1527-21, All Appropriate Inquiries requirements, and applicable environmental regulations.

• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship.

• Willingness to travel to job sites approximately once per month, with occasional overnight stays.
  Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Earth Science, Environmental Science and Management, Geology, or related field.

• Familiarity with NEPA documentation, permitting coordination, telecommunications project reviews, or the telecom market.

• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification.

Recognized as a Top Workplace by the Wisconsin State Journal five years in a row, Ramaker offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages and empowers employee-owners to pursue their professional goals in a collaborative and flexible work environment. This position is eligible for our full benefits package including health insurance with a company-funded health reimbursement account, dental, vision, life, disability, accident, critical illness, and pet insurance options. Additionally, we offer two retirement plans with our 401(k) plan with a company match and our employee stock ownership plan which is fully-funded by Ramaker. Ramaker supports your work/life balance by offering compressed workweeks, vacation, sick, and holiday pay.

Ramaker is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to maintaining a welcoming, inclusive, and mutually respectful work environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 608-643-4100 or at [e-mail].