Senior Environmental Project Scientist – Field Lead

Weston Solutions; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 88,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401K with employer stock contributions

Paid time off & holidays

Life and disability plans

Work/Life flexibility

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Weston Solutions, Inc. seeks a Senior Project Scientist to lead environmental investigations, remediation, and emergency response projects in the Pittsburgh area. The role emphasizes technical leadership, guiding decisions, and delivering high-quality client outcomes.

You will manage field operations, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and mentor junior staff while ensuring regulatory compliance and safety across complex projects.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant environmental field and 10–15 years of experience.
• Experience leading complex investigations/remediation projects with hazardous substances.
• Ability to guide technical decisions and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental investigations, remediation programs, and emergency response activities.
• Plan and oversee field investigations and sampling programs at active sites.
• Direct field staff and subcontractors while ensuring safety and quality.
• Review technical reports, work plans, and QA documents.
• Mentor junior staff and provide technical guidance to teams.

Skills

Project leadership

Technical reporting

Data analysis

Client communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in Environmental Science, Geoscience, Engineering, Physical Science, Life Science, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Field sampling instruments

Air/water monitoring equipment

Job description

Weston Solutions, Inc. seeks a Senior Project Scientist to lead environmental investigations, remediation, and emergency response projects in the Pittsburgh area. The role emphasizes technical leadership, guiding decisions, and delivering high-quality client outcomes.

You will manage field operations, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and mentor junior staff while ensuring regulatory compliance and safety across complex projects.