Staff Environmental Scientist/Certified Site Surveillance Technician Irvine

SOCOTEC, Inc.; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Training

Social activities

Job summary

SOCOTEC, Inc. in Irvine, CA is seeking a Senior Staff Environmental Scientist with CSST certification and hazardous materials/industrial hygiene experience to join our in-office team.

You will conduct site visits, prepare field data, assist in data management across environmental assessment phases, and help coordinate subcontractors while supporting project managers. The role emphasizes accuracy, regulatory knowledge, and clear reporting, with salary range $75,000–$85,000 and a possible hybrid

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science or related field is required.
• CSST certification or CAC & Lead Inspector qualifications required.
• At least 2 years of professional work experience in related duties.
• Ability to perform fieldwork, data collection, evaluation, and technical writing.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable history.

Responsibilities

• Frequent site visits under the direction of the Project Manager.
• Acquire permits and review background data, site photos and aerials.
• Assist in data acquisition, documentation and dissemination across environmental projects.
• Prepare field data, photos, and quantify hazardous materials.
• Coordinate subcontractors and assist with report writing under PM guidance.
• Perform assignments of limited scope and adhere to company policies.

Skills

Fieldwork

Data collection

Technical writing

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science

Tools

CSST certification

CAC & Lead Inspector

Job description

Staff Environmental Scientist/Certified Site Surveillance Technician Irvine

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.

SOCOTEC offers competitive salary and benefits, mentorship, training, and social activities.

SOCOTEC is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work by the renowned global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work®.

Job Description

We have an immediate opening in our Irvine, California office for a Senior Staff Environmental Scientist with a CSST certification and hazardous materials/industrial hygiene experience (required). Duties will include:

• Making frequent visits to project sites at the direction of the Project Manager.
• Acquiring permits, and reviewing background data, site photos and aerial photographs.
• Assist the Project Manager in the acquisition, documentation and dissemination of data related to all phases of environmental assessment/projects. These activities will include, but not be limited to, performing site reconnaissance, asbestos and lead surveys, abatement monitoring, industrial hygiene evaluations.
• Preparation of field data, photographic documentation, and quantification of hazardous materials.
• Performing various assigned tasks such as coordinating and scheduling subcontractors, performing basic calculations, preparing field studies, and report writing under the direction of the Project Manager.
• Perform assignments of limited scope and complexity, usually as a portion of broader assignments, in accordance with established company policies/procedures.
• Conduct special assignments as directed by the supervisor.

Qualifications

Education:A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science or related scientific field or technical field from an accredited institution is required (not a recent graduate).

RequiredCertifications:Certified Site Surveillance Technician (CSST) or CAC & and Lead Inspector/Assessor/Project Monitor/Sampling Technician REQUIRED

Required Skills:

• At least two years of professional work experience performing most or all of the duties listed in the job description (at least under number 3)
• Ability to perform fieldwork, data collection, evaluation, and technical writing skills.
• Good written and verbal communication, analytical, organizational and time management skills are required.
• Ability to work collaboratively and with discretion.
• Attention to detail, integrity, organization, communication, interpersonal, clerical, and computer skills.
• Basic knowledge of computer software pertaining to environmental design.
• Ability to carry out fieldwork at times in hazardous conditions because of climate isolation, topography, or means of transportation.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.

Additional Information

Salary range: $75,000-85,000, depending on qualifications

Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

For more information, please visit www.socotec.us

Job Type: Full-Time; in-office, with possibility of one day remote/ hybrid schedule

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.