Environmental Scientist, Mid-Level to Senior

EnviroServices & Training Center; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plan with profit sharing

Paid holidays and PTO

Lunches and parking subsidies

Job summary

EnviroServices & Training Center in Hawai‘i seeks an experienced environmental project manager to lead project timelines, budgets, and client communications, coordinating with regulators and sub-consultants.

The role emphasizes regulatory research, field operations, and hands-on data analysis to prepare comprehensive technical reports and site plans for remediation projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, environmental science, or related field.
• 5–10 years of direct experience, with 2+ years as project/program manager.
• Ability to work independently and in a team; manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to conduct site visits to diverse locations as described in the posting.
• Proficient with PC and MS Office.
• Valid Hawai‘i driver’s license, vehicle, and insurance.
• Strong written and verbal communication; customer-service oriented.
• Detail-oriented with strong organization and time management.

Responsibilities

• Lead Project Management & Client Relations: drive timelines, budgets, and scope as the main client contact.
• Apply regulatory expertise & historical research to support environmental site assessments.
• Execute field operations & sample management per protocols for remediation projects.
• Analyze data, generate CAD/GIS figures, and author technical reports.
• Develop site plans and contractor specifications detailing technical requirements.
• Supervise and mentor team members to maintain quality and growth.

Skills

Project management

Client relations

Independent & team work

Problem analysis

Regulatory understanding

Time management

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/environmental science

Tools

MS Office

Job description

At EnviroServices & Training Center we’ve spent over 32 years protecting Hawai‘i’s environment while building a workplace where our employees truly thrive. We’re a local and family-oriented firm that believes in meaningful work, teamwork, and taking care of our people. If you’re motivated, passionate about your community, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to meet you.

What We Offer – Approx. up to $27,000 a year in comprehensive benefits

• Full Health Insurance Coverage: 100% employer-paid medical, dental, prescription drug, and vision coverage (approx. $6,850/year)
• Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with up to 6% profit sharing + 3% employer contribution (approx. $9,900/year)
• Work-Life Balance: 10 paid holidays + 10 days paid time off to start
• Perks: $200+ in free monthly lunches/snacks, $125 monthly parking subsidy, $500 for continuing education/professional dues

What You’ll Do

• Lead Project Management & Client Relations: Drive project timelines, budgets, and scope deliverables while acting as the primary point of contact for clients, regulatory bodies, and sub-consultants.
• Apply Regulatory Expertise & Historical Research: Utilize deep knowledge of federal, state, and county regulations while researching government agency records to support environmental site assessments.
• Execute Field Operations & Sample Management: Collect, preserve, package, and transport multi-media samples to analytical laboratories in strict accordance with protocols for compliance and remediation projects.
• Analyze Data & Author Technical Deliverables: Validate laboratory analytical data, generate CAD/GIS figures, and author comprehensive technical reports communicating investigation findings.
• Develop Site Plans & Contractor Specifications: Draft site-specific operational plans that outline project activities and specify clear technical requirements for contractors.
• Supervise & Mentor Team Members: Train, guide, and oversee less experienced project staff across field and reporting duties to maintain quality standards and promote professional growth.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, or other physical science from an U.S.-accredited four-year college or university.
• Five to ten years of direct experience in activities described above, with at least two of those years in the role of project or program manager.
• Able to work independently and in a team setting, organize/manage multiple priorities, and conduct problem analysis/resolution.
• Able to conduct site visits and collect data at a variety of locations, including residences, schools, construction sites, commercial/industrial facilities, secured government facilities, chemically-contaminated sites, and/or undeveloped or agricultural land with challenging topography, conditions, and climates.
• Proficient with PC and MS Office.
• Valid Hawai‘i drivers’ license, vehicle, and vehicle insurance
• Strong reading comprehension, technical writing skills, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong work ethic with customer service-oriented attitude
• Detail-oriented with strong organization and time management skills