Environmental Site Assessor: Hands-On Field & Reports

Partner Engineering and Science, Inc.; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Vacation

Sick time

401(k) match

Job summary

Partner Engineering & Science, Inc. is seeking an Environmental Site Assessor to join our Oakland team. You will perform Phase I ESAs, conduct site reconnaissance, and investigate historical land use to identify environmental concerns.

You’ll draft clear reports and collaborate with project managers to meet deadlines. The role emphasizes hands-on field work, regulatory knowledge, and strong writing skills. A bachelor’s degree in a related field is required, with travel expected for site visits

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Biology, or other related field.
• 2+ years writing Phase I environmental site assessments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel for field work.
• Internship or consulting experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) per ASTM standards and EPA regulations.
• Perform site reconnaissance to identify environmental concerns via inspections and interviews.
• Investigate historical land use using aerial photos, maps, and regulatory databases.
• Analyze environmental records to assess contamination risks.
• Draft clear ESA reports with findings and recommendations.
• Prepare site maps, figures, appendices, and logs.
• May collect limited samples following safety protocols.
• Coordinate with clients, property owners, and site contacts.

Skills

MS Office

Written communication

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Valid driver’s license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science/Geology/Biology or related field

Job description

Partner Engineering & Science, Inc. is seeking an Environmental Site Assessor to join our Oakland team. You will perform Phase I ESAs, conduct site reconnaissance, and investigate historical land use to identify environmental concerns.

You’ll draft clear reports and collaborate with project managers to meet deadlines. The role emphasizes hands-on field work, regulatory knowledge, and strong writing skills. A bachelor’s degree in a related field is required, with travel expected for site visits