Senior Environmental Scientist – Permits, Risk & Field Ops

Bechtel Global Corporation; Town of Clay (NY); On-site; USD 91,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist to develop and execute the environmental component of an Environmental, Safety, and Health program for major projects. The role involves applying biology, ecology, chemistry and related disciplines to manage environmental aspects of projects or facilities.

The candidate will report to an Environmental Manager or ESH Manager and work on integrated environmental planning, risk management, and compliance across complex industrial settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in environmental science or related field.
• Four or more years of experience in environmental sciences or regulatory requirements.
• Experience with environmental impact assessments and communicating risks to leadership.

Responsibilities

• Integrate environmental requirements into project planning and design.
• Assist in permits, plans, and assessments.
• Monitor adherence to environmental requirements for subcontractors.
• Perform site assessments and develop mitigation and sustainability strategies.
• Provide technical guidance on environmental risk and mitigation measures.
• Support ESH teams with permitting, risk assessment, and program execution.

Skills

Environmental risk analysis

Regulatory compliance

Written and verbal communication

Field and lab data collection

Data management

Education

Bachelor of Science in environmental science or related

Job description

Bechtel is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist to develop and execute the environmental component of an Environmental, Safety, and Health program for major projects. The role involves applying biology, ecology, chemistry and related disciplines to manage environmental aspects of projects or facilities.

The candidate will report to an Environmental Manager or ESH Manager and work on integrated environmental planning, risk management, and compliance across complex industrial settings.