Environmental Scientist: Field Lead & ESA Specialist

Apex Companies, LLC.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Life, disability insurance

401k match

Tuition assistance

Cross-training opportunities

Bonuses / incentives

Job summary

Apex Companies, LLC is seeking an Environmental Scientist to join our Midlothian, VA team. This early-career role offers hands-on field experience on diverse environmental projects across Virginia with a strong emphasis on Phase I/II ESAs and reporting.

The position involves %50 field work and up to 50% travel, requiring a Bachelor's degree in a related field, solid writing skills, and willingness to travel. Opportunities for mentorship, safety training, and career growth are highlighted.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, Natural Resources, or a related field.
• Experience in environmental field sampling, data collection, or a related environmental discipline.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Safety awareness and safe work practices.
• Experience with data management and report preparation.
• Phase I/II ESA editing experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with wetlands, endangered species, natural resources, or GIS is a plus.
• Light construction experience or hands-on field skills is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Valid driver’s license, good driving history, reliable transportation required.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%, including overnight travel.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certification preferred, not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental field work and collect soil, water, air, and building material samples.
• Support Phase I and Phase II ESAs.
• Assist with asbestos surveys and monitoring; industrial hygiene work.
• Provide support for wetlands and endangered species surveys.
• Assist with erosion and sediment control activities as needed.
• Utilize GIS for environmental and natural resource projects.
• Gather, analyze, and interpret environmental data.
• Assist with report preparation, inputting data into templates.
• Assist with editing and preparing environmental reports.
• Respond to environmental emergencies; participate in on-call rotation.
• Travel to project sites throughout Virginia; possible overnight trips.
• Follow health and safety procedures; develop technical skills and seek mentorship.

Skills

Environmental field sampling

Technical writing

Data management

Report preparation

GIS familiarity

Microsoft Office

Valid driver’s license

Travel up to 50%

HAZWOPER certification preferred

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geology/Hydrogeology/Environmental Science/Natural Resources

Tools

ArcGIS

Environmental sampling equipment

Job description

Apex Companies, LLC is seeking an Environmental Scientist to join our Midlothian, VA team. This early-career role offers hands-on field experience on diverse environmental projects across Virginia with a strong emphasis on Phase I/II ESAs and reporting.

The position involves %50 field work and up to 50% travel, requiring a Bachelor's degree in a related field, solid writing skills, and willingness to travel. Opportunities for mentorship, safety training, and career growth are highlighted.