Hybrid Environmental Scientist - Field & Remediation

Arcadis; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K

Paid parental leave

9 paid holidays

15 days PTO

Job summary

Arcadis is seeking an Environmental Scientist in Virginia Beach, VA, to support environmental site characterization, investigation, and remediation tasks. The role involves 50–75% fieldwork, working in all weather conditions, and coordinating with PMs and TMs to ensure safety and quality across tasks.

Responsibilities include field sampling, subcontractor oversight, report writing, and data interpretation, with potential regional travel up to 1–2 days weekly.

Qualifications

• BA or BS in Environmental Science, Geology or related field.
• 2+ years experience in the field is preferred.
• Current OSHA HAZWOP ER 40 HR / 8 HR training is preferred.
• Previous industry, consulting, or regulatory internship experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist PMs and TMs in planning and executing environmental site characterization, investigation, and remediation tasks.
• Perform fieldwork including drilling oversight for soil sampling and groundwater well installation, groundwater sampling, excavation oversight, in-situ remediation, and vapor intrusion surveys.
• Write and prepare technical reports, work plans, letters, and memoranda; coordinate data and budget management.
• Prepare subcontracts and oversee subcontractors; conduct health and safety planning.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Field work

Education

BA/BS in Environmental Science or related field

Tools

HAZWOPER training (40 HR)

Job description

Arcadis is seeking an Environmental Scientist in Virginia Beach, VA, to support environmental site characterization, investigation, and remediation tasks. The role involves 50–75% fieldwork, working in all weather conditions, and coordinating with PMs and TMs to ensure safety and quality across tasks.

Responsibilities include field sampling, subcontractor oversight, report writing, and data interpretation, with potential regional travel up to 1–2 days weekly.