Project Scientist - Environmental Field Specialist

Apex Companies; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-subsidized medical and dental

Life, disability insurance

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Bonuses and incentives

Job summary

Apex is seeking a Project Scientist to join our environmental team serving Eastern PA and Western NJ. This field-based role involves hands-on site investigations, sampling, and data interpretation with 2+ years of experience. The home office is Iselin, NJ, with monthly visits; travel to PA and NJ sites is expected.

We value independent work, strong writing, and the ability to manage multiple tasks across diverse projects, with potential for annual bonuses and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• 2+ years of environmental consulting or environmental field experience.
• Experience with environmental field sampling, site investigations, and data collection.
• Experience with some combination of Geoprobe/direct-push drilling, groundwater sampling, low-flow sampling, air sampling, or environmental site visits.
• Familiarity with NJDEP, NYSDEC, and/or PADEP regulations is preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency with environmental field procedures and documentation.
• Strong technical writing, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to various project types.
• Strong commitment to health and safety and safe work practices.
• Experience with data management and technical report preparation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certification preferred.
• Light construction experience or hands-on skills are a plus.
• Valid driver's license, good driving history, and reliable transportation are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform environmental field investigations and site visits at commercial, industrial, and other properties.
• Collect soil, groundwater, surface water, air, and building material samples.
• Perform and assist with low-flow groundwater sampling and other groundwater monitoring activities.
• Assist with Geoprobe drilling and direct-push investigations.
• Conduct air sampling and other environmental sampling activities.
• Document field activities, maintain accurate field notes, and ensure data is collected in accordance with project requirements.
• Gather, analyze, and interpret environmental data.
• Prepare technical reports, tables, and other project documentation.
• Follow established field procedures and ensure safe performance of all project work.
• Manage assigned tasks efficiently and complete work within established schedules and budgets.
• Work independently in the field while communicating effectively with project managers and team members.
• Develop technical knowledge and continue building your environmental consulting career.

Skills

Field sampling

Technical writing

Data analysis

Project management

MS Office

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, or related field

Tools

Geoprobe/direct-push drilling

Groundwater sampling equipment

Low-flow sampling equipment

Air sampling equipment

Job description

Apex is seeking a Project Scientist to join our environmental team serving Eastern PA and Western NJ. This field-based role involves hands-on site investigations, sampling, and data interpretation with 2+ years of experience. The home office is Iselin, NJ, with monthly visits; travel to PA and NJ sites is expected.

We value independent work, strong writing, and the ability to manage multiple tasks across diverse projects, with potential for annual bonuses and ongoing professional development.