Environmental Scientist - Remington & Vernick Engineers : Job Details

POSITION SUMMARY: The Senior Environmental Scientist is a mid-level position with 3-5 years of experience. This individual will provide environmental services on all phases of an assigned project under the supervision of the Project Manager and/or LSRP. This candidate will work in and around the surrounding area of Secaucus, NJ. PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Prescribe, perform, and oversee site/remedial investigations as well as remedial actions in accordance with NJDEP Technical Rules & Guidance
• Perform Preliminary Assessments for a range of project types while confirming to Industrial Site Recovery Act (ISRA) standards.
• Prepare remedial documents (site investigation, remedial investigation, remedial action workplans, remedial action reports, etc.) in compliance with NJDEP rules in pursuit of site closure.
• Prepare remedial cost estimates to be incorporated into overall development plans.
• Routine field work including oversight of drilling and soil excavations, groundwater, soil, and/or vapor sampling.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of Federal and State (primarily New Jersey Site Remediation Reform Act) environmental rules, regulations and guidance, and application of remediation standards and technologies.
• Advanced skills in technical writing and preparation of various technical reports.
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite of software including, but not limited to Word Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Can effectively interact with clients, subcontractors, and client reps during all phases of a project.
• Ability to travel both locally and regionally.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors of Science Degree in Geologic Science, Environmental Science, Engineering or related field.
• Up to five years of progressive and relevant experience working on Site Remediation / Due Diligence environmental projects in New Jersey.
• Engineering-in-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) License is a plus.
• Landfill Design and/or Closure experience is a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in the field and may be exposed to outside weather conditions. Work requires frequent and prolonged computer use. Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds. This company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite resumes from all qualified, interested parties, regardless of race, gender, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other protected classification under national or local law.While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary.