Entry-Level Scientist

Brown And Caldwell

The Role

Overview

Entry-level environmental scientist/engineer for compliance and permitting tasks.

Key Responsibilities

  • site assessments
  • permitting
  • regulatory research
  • field data
  • compliance review
  • client interaction

Tasks

-Communicating environmental requirements directly to the project team and/or client. -Working independently and with teams to complete assignments with other team members in a virtual platform. -Performing project site visits outside the office, including commercial and industrial facilities. -Technical writing of permitting documents and project delivery. -Interacting and communicating directly with clients on behalf of Brown and Caldwell -Conducting regulatory research -Assisting with environmental studies, permitting, and compliance reviews. -Collecting field data, auditing and documenting field activities. -Conducting Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments and report writing. -Assisting with the preparation of technical memoranda and reports related to compliance and permitting. -Performing data collection and documentation related to field activities such as site investigation (soil and groundwater), and site inspections.

Requirements

  • b.s. degree
  • hazwoper
  • excel
  • gis
  • driver's license
  • 0-5 years

What You Bring

-Ability to wear required safety equipment at sites including hard hats, steel-toed boots (or other approved toe protection), safety glasses, etc. -B.S. Degree in Engineering (Civil, Environmental, Chemical, Material Science) or B.S. Degree in Science (Environmental Science, Geology, Chemistry, Biology) or related field (such as Industrial Hygiene) required -40-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HazWOPER) certification a plus -Candidate should be a self-starter, results orientated and able to work under tight deadlines -Permitting and compliance experience preferred with knowledge of local, state and federal environmental regulations -Ability to work for short periods of time in extreme temperatures including heat and cold -Ability to operate a BC Pickup Truck to commute to jobsites and to access work areas on site -Ability to work in a team environment and manage multiple tasks -Ability to remain alert and vigilant while working around equipment and be able to walk swiftly for a short distance to clear an area where a potential hazard is identified -Proficiency in Excel, Word and basic computer skills required -Ability to stand for several hours observing and documenting -Basic GIS skills a plus -Ability and willingness to travel to support regional and national client teams. -Candidate must have current driver's license and good driving record -Candidate must be willing to travel up to 25% of the time -Willing to work occasional overtime and/or off-hours as needed -Excellent organization and communication skills with extreme attention to detail -0-5 years of experience -Strong verbal and written communication skills

The Company

About Brown And Caldwell

-Delivers tailored engineering, scientific consulting, and construction on water and environmental projects. -Typical projects include water supply, wastewater treatment, habitat restoration, and site remediation for municipalities, government agencies, and private clients. -Deep specialization in water resources, stormwater management, environmental remediation, and infrastructure distinguishes the firm from competitors. -100% focused on environmental and water sectors, avoiding unrelated markets despite its size.

Sector Specialisms

Water Supply and Treatment

Wastewater / Reclamation

Industrial Water

Infrastructure

Integrated Project Delivery

Climate Change and Resilience

Compliance and Permitting

Construction Management

Water Resources/Stormwater

Utility Performance

Drinking Water Supply and Treatment

Conveyance Infrastructure

Planning/Technical Support

Emerging Specialties

Operations and Maintenance

Security Clearance

-pre-employment background check and drug test required.