Phase I - Environmental Scientist

Environmental Design International; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Environmental Design International seeks a Geologist or Environmental Scientist with at least three years of relevant experience to join the Environmental Department in the Chicago area. Under supervision, you will assist with field investigations, data collection, and report preparation, while coordinating with project managers and subcontractors.

Responsibilities include safety training, parameter-specific field work, and assisting with proposals.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or higher in geology, environmental science, or related field is required.
• Minimum 3 years relevant experience in geology or environmental science.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass drug screening are required.
• Flexibility to perform field work and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide field work and support including soil, surface water, and groundwater sampling.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, work plans, and manage subcontractors.
• Maintain required safety training and OSHA HAZWOPER certification.
• Support Environmental Department activities and SOPs.
• Develop knowledge of applicable regulations (Phase I/II ESA, IEPA programs).
• Progress to greater project responsibility under supervision.
• Obtain and maintain additional Illinois environmental licenses as required.

Skills

Field work

Report writing

Regulatory knowledge

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor or Master in geology or environmental science

Job description

Summary

Geologist or Environmental Scientist with a minimum of three years relevant experience.

Under general direction of the Department Manager, functions as a Geologist or Environmental Scientist within the Environmental Department. In general, the Geologist or Environmental Scientist would work under the general supervision of project manager(s) to complete assigned tasks for utility clients. Tasks are anticipated to include: preparing drafts of work plans and reports with minimal direction from project manager(s); completing field work (including interior and exterior projects in all weather conditions); coordination and oversight of subcontractors; and assistance with preparation of proposals. Field work will include regular travel to, and from, job sites within the greater Chicago metropolitan area. Periodically, as project needs dictate, field work may include overnight travel to various locations outside of the Chicago region for several nights.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Provide field work and support including soil, surface water, and groundwater sample collection, site field investigation and assessment, and subcontractor oversight. Field work will include regular travel to, and from, job sites within the greater Chicago metropolitan area. Periodically, as project needs dictate, field support may include overnight travel to various locations outside of the Chicago region for up to several nights.
2. Provide office support to project manager(s) for utility clients. This will include preparation of detailed technical reports, work plans, proposals, and management of subcontractors. Work, including preparation of detailed technical reports and work plans, will be expected to be completed with minimal direction from project manager(s).
3. Obtain and maintain required utility client safety training, and 40-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification and complete yearly OSHA HAZWOPER 8-hour refresher training to provide field support.
4. Provide general Environmental Department technical assistance and support for EDI utility projects in accordance with EDI Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
5. Maintain and deepen a working knowledge of the applicable federal, state, and local regulations and other applicable regulations as they pertain to Environmental Department activities. Possession of a working knowledge of regulations and standards including but not limited to: Phase I ESA ASTM E1527-13 Standard, Phase II ESA ASTM E1903-11 Standard, Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) Site Remediation Program (SRP), and IEPA Leaking Underground Storage Tank (LUST) Program is expected.
6. You will be expected to gradually assume more project responsibility and advance within EDI by exhibiting initiative, self-direction, and good judgment.
7. Obtain and maintain other environmental related certifications and licensing in Illinois as determined by the Department Manager. In addition, at the request of the Department Manager, obtain and maintain same in other states as required to meet regulatory, project and client needs.
8. Performs other duties as required or assigned that are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Requirements

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Bachelor's or Master’s degree in geology, environmental science, or related degree from an accredited four-year college or university is required, along with a minimum 3 years relevant experience. Valid driver’s license required. Ability to pass a drug screen and company physical. Field work will require a willingness to work a flexible schedule.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions

Working conditions are The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The noise level in the office work environment is usually moderate. The noise level on the construction site is often loud. Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work.