Senior Environmental Scientist — ESH & Permitting Lead

Bechtel Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 91,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plans

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental leave

401K with match

Profit sharing

Job summary

Bechtel is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist to develop and execute the environmental component of the ESH program, applying biology, ecology, chemistry, and related disciplines to manage environmental aspects of projects.

The role is based in Clay, NY, with fieldwork and collaboration with Environmental Managers and project teams to integrate environmental requirements into planning, design, construction, and operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in an applicable technical discipline such as environmental science, ecology, biology, natural resources, or related disciplines.
• Four or more years of experience related to applicable environmental sciences or regulatory requirements.
• Experience supporting semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, or similar complex industrial projects is preferred.
• Ability to evaluate environmental risk and apply sound judgment in fast-paced, high-consequence construction environments.
• Ability to communicate environmental risks and requirements clearly to project leadership and client representatives.
• Experience with environmental impact assessments.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with computers for presentations, data management, and reports.
• Analytical skills related to sampling, monitoring, and recordkeeping.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and support multiple shifts.

Responsibilities

• Integrate environmental requirements into project planning, permitting, design, construction, commissioning and startup, and operations.
• Provide support in the execution of environmental permits, plans, and assessments.
• Monitor, and enforce environmental requirements for subcontractors, including onboarding, field verification, and corrective action management.
• Perform site assessments and survey to identify site conditions and develop mitigation and sustainability strategies to protect the environment and local communities.
• Provide technical guidance and support regarding mitigation measures pertaining to natural and cultural resources and communities.
• Support environmental risk management associated with hazardous chemicals, high-purity systems, and simultaneous construction and owner activities typical of semiconductor fabrication facilities.
• Provides technical assistance within ESH teams and to other project groups regarding permitting, risk assessment, plan preparation, studies, and ESH program execution.
• Identify and track environmental issues, regulatory requirements, and stakeholder concerns.
• Participate in emergency response, and aids investigation and resolution of ESH incidents.
• Perform environmental monitoring, sampling, and inspections to confirm compliance with permits and project requirements and commitments.
• Prepare training documents and help with ESH training for project/facility employees and visitors.
• Participate in meetings with customers, project team members, and contractors and subcontractors to advise them of environmental requirements that may affect their work.
• Assist other ESH team members in program execution, inclusive of safety and health.

Skills

Environmental risk assessment

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Environmental impact assessments

Computers proficiency

Outdoor work capability

Education

Bachelor of Science in environmental science/ecology/biology

Job description

Bechtel is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist to develop and execute the environmental component of the ESH program, applying biology, ecology, chemistry, and related disciplines to manage environmental aspects of projects.

The role is based in Clay, NY, with fieldwork and collaboration with Environmental Managers and project teams to integrate environmental requirements into planning, design, construction, and operations.