Senior Staff Environmental Professional

SOCOTEC; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

SOCOTEC is seeking a Staff or Senior Staff-Level Environmental Professional for its California offices in Alameda, West Sacramento, or San Jose. The role involves field tasks such as site reconnaissance, soil sampling, and office tasks including data compilation and report preparation.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's Degree in Geology or a related field, along with OSHA HAZWOPER training. The compensation range is between $75,000 and $85,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in geology, environmental science, engineering, or related field required.
• Current OSHA HAZWOPER training certification is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site reconnaissance and soil sampling.
• Prepare daily field reports and manage project tasks.
• Assist with report preparation and communicate with clients.

Skills

Environmental-related work experience

Field tasks experience

Office-based project tasks experience

Writing skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Familiarity with ASTM standards

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field

Job description

About SOCOTEC

SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects.

Job Description

We have an immediate opening in our Alameda, West Sacramento, or San Jose, California office for a Staff or Senior Staff-Level Environmental Professional to assist with the following tasks.

• Field tasks:
  • Site reconnaissance
  • Soil, soil vapor, and groundwater sampling
  • Borehole logging
  • Monitoring well installation
  • Air monitoring
  • Coordination and oversight of subcontractors
  • Preparation of daily field reports
• Office tasks:
  • Data compilation
  • Review and assimilation of historical information and environmental databases
  • Assisting with report preparation and project documentation
  • Phone and email coordination with subcontractors and vendors
  • Phone and email coordination with site owners/users for interviews and discussions
  • Management of project tasks and task budgets

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.

Certification: Current OSHA HAZWOPER training. Other certifications and registrations are a plus.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Experience in environmental-related work, including field tasks.
• Experience with office-based project tasks.
• Experience working on construction sites (preferred).
• Strong foundational writing skills.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Familiarity with ASTM E1527-21 and ASTM E1903-11 standards.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with support teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Additional Information

Salary Range: $75,000-85,000, depending on experience.

Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Job Type: Full-Time; in-office

Location: Alameda, West Sacramento, or San Jose, CA

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.