Environmental Staff Scientist

Environmental Staff Scientist/Engineer/Geologist – Westminster, Colorado

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking an Environmental Staff Scientist/Engineer/Geologist to join our Environmental team in Westminster, Colorado This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in environmental consulting.

Intertek's Building and Construction division is a suite of Intertek brands that are industry leaders across multiple architecture, engineering and construction disciplines, developing the most innovative product and project solutions. Intertek's project-related assurance, testing, inspection and consulting services are the risk management and quality assurance partner you need to ensure the reliability, safety and performance of your new developments, existing assets and facilities. 

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of construction assurance, testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing. 

What are we looking for?

The Environmental Staff Scientist/Engineer/Geologist is responsible for supporting the Environmental department in all services including Phase I/II ESA’s, asbestos surveys, lead-based paint survey, UST/LUST assessments, site remediation, soil/groundwater sampling and more. This person will complete fieldwork as well as work on technical reports and proposals. This position could travel 50% of the time depending on project load/location.

Shift/Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM (may vary)

The base wage or salary range for this position is $50,000 to $60,000. Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications and other job-related reasons. In addition to competitive compensation packages, Intertek employees are eligible for a variety of benefits including paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave,  medical plan options, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tuition reimbursement, and more.

What you’ll do:

• Support the department on all environmental services including Phase I/II ESAs, asbestos surveys, lead-based paint surveys, indoor air quality assessments, UST/LUST assessments, site remediation, soil and groundwater sampling, wetland surveys, and/or field observation documentation.
• Assist in the development of work scope, report preparation, client and subcontractor coordination, and assessment of proper response actions.
• Manage and perform Environmental Site Assessments following the applicable ASTM Standards.
• Participate in the installation of soil borings, monitoring wells, remediation activities, waste management and disposal, and other field requirements using standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Author technical reports and proposals.
• Provide support planning, monitoring, and controlling project budgets and building solid relationships with clients and team members.

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.  

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• BS in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, or related field
• 1+ years of proven technical environmental consulting experience 
• Must be detail-oriented, and a team player with excellent communication, analytical, and organization, as well as time and budget management skills
• Must be computer literate and able to operate most field/office equipment relating to one’s discipline
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Valid Driver's License and reliable driving record required
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER Training 
• Asbestos/lead inspectors licenses and experience

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, move, push, and pull 30 to 50 pounds frequently
• Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, (hearing) and to make the discriminations in sound
• Ability to kneel and squat occasionally
• Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time
• Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions (h