West Water Quality Consultant

McMillen, Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 66,219 - 96,304; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

401(k) with match

Generous PTO

Opportunity for Stock Ownership

Job summary

A multi-disciplinary environmental consulting firm seeks a motivated Water Quality Consultant to support projects along the West Coast. Responsibilities include field studies, data collection, and technical reporting. Candidates should have 3–5 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related fields. Proficiency with data analysis tools and water quality instrumentation is preferred. This role offers a competitive pay range and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in water quality monitoring and environmental studies.
• Strong understanding of hydrologic and water quality data collection.
• Comfortable in remote or physically demanding field conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead field studies on water quality and hydrology.
• Install and maintain water quality instrumentation.
• Prepare technical documentation for state and federal requirements.

Skills

Field sampling experience

Analytical skills

Data analysis

Technical writing

Maintenance of water quality instrumentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

ArcGIS (Pro, Online, Field Maps, Survey123)

YSI

HOBO

Job description

Design a career and build your future... Because it matters!

West Water Quality Consultant

McMillen, Inc. is seeking a motivated, self-directed Water Quality Consultant to support hydro quality and environmental study projects throughout the West Coast, from Sacramento to Bellingham. This position involves both fieldwork and data analysis, focusing on water quality monitoring, aquatic systems, and environmental compliance. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience in field sampling and instrumentation, strong analytical and reporting skills, and a solid background in environmental or aquatic sciences.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in field studies related to water quality, hydrology, and aquatic environments, including:
• Installation, calibration, and maintenance of water quality instrumentation
• Collection and analysis of water, sediment, and biological samples
• Streamflow measurements and aquatic habitat assessments
• Conduct data management and analysis to support hydro quality and environmental studies.
• Prepare technical documentation, study plans, and environmental reports that meet state and federal requirements.
• Support hydro quality assessments and ensure accuracy and consistency across study
• Manage field logistics, project schedules, and data deliverables to ensure quality and timeliness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Fish & Water Science, or a related natural resource discipline (Master’s preferred).
• 3–5 years of professional experience in water quality monitoring, aquatic ecology, or environmental studies
• Proficiency in data analysis and management tools; experience with ArcGIS (Pro, Online, Field Maps, Survey123) preferred.
• Experience with water quality instrumentation (YSI, HOBO) and basic troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Strong understanding of hydrologic and water quality data collection and quality assurance methods.
• Excellent technical writing and reporting skills.
• Comfortable working in field conditions, including remote or physically demanding environments.

Compensation Package

• Pay Range: $66,219 - $96,304 (DOE)
• Benefits:McMillen provides a full Benefits Program consisting of Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, FSA, EAP, 401(k) and match, 9 Paid Holidays, generous PTO, opportunity for Stock Ownership and Wellness Reimbursement.

Who We Are

McMillen, Inc. (McMillen) is an engineering, environmental, and construction firm providing scalable, multi-disciplinary capabilities. We are a design and build firm providing clients with balanced perspective and realistic solutions. With experts in the United States, Canada, Australia, and France, our staff bring best practices from the water resources, energy, dams, infrastructure, fisheries, aquaculture, and restricted access markets.

We balance technical precision with collaborative delivery throughout all project phases. We have the resources and expertise to contribute to a project at the feasibility and planning stage, navigate the regulatory and permitting requirements, develop detailed designs, self‑perform construction, and participate in startup, testing, and commissioning. We offer strategic planning, technical expertise, comprehensive project management, and integration of multi‑disciplinary studies for traditional and alternative project delivery methods.

We want our employees to make a career doing what they love to do. We aren't looking for the complacent or the comfortable. We are looking for the highly technical, the creators, the manic obsessives, the outliers who know being the best is a journey, not a finish line. We support our employees' efforts to stay on the cutting edge of technology while fostering a great work‑life balance.

EEO: McMillen, Inc. is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment related decisions without race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Visa sponsorship, including renewal during employment, will not be provided for this position.

No recruiters, please.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.