Staff Environmental Scientist

We are hiring for an experienced Staff Environmental Scientist to join our at Pennoni on a full-time, direct basis and contribute to land development projects while based out of our office in the Haddon Heights, NJ area.

 Primary Responsibilities:

• Prepare Remedial Documents for NJDEP Site Remediation Program cases and Phase I / II Environmental Due Diligence Reports in accordance with regulatory standards and technical guidance.

• Manage field sampling activities in accordance with existing contracts and regulatory requirements in coordination with LSRP, and/or oversee and mentor junior staff conducting field sampling activities.

• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of Engineers, Scientists, Planners, and other professionals to assemble regulatory-compliant environmental plans & reports.

• Must be able to work with a small team and operate independently with the LSRP when needed.
• Work within scope, schedule, budgets and utilization goals.
• Project management, proposal preparation, budget preparation, QAQC, and mentorship may apply depending on the applicants experience and goals.

 

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, geology, or environmental science or a related field of study.

• 4-8 years in consulting with experience with NJDEP Site Remediation Program from due diligence through remedial action.
• Experience in responsibilities listed above, focusing on demonstrated ability in technical writing, attention to detail, and understanding of applicable regulations.
• Has understanding and experience with NJDEP technical requirements for site remediation, remedial report preparation, NJDEP SRRA form preparation, permit applications, etc. ASTM Standards, and due diligence reporting.
• Must be familiar with SI / RI concepts to direct field operations in coordination with the LSRP.
• Experience in preparing documents such as Phase I and II ESAs, PAs, SIRs, RIRs, RAWs, & RARs.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel required; knowledge of computer-based CADD or GIS a plus.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training and current 8-hour refresher required.
• Strong oral and written communication/interpersonal skills are a must, as well as the ability to thrive in a professional and team-oriented work environment.

This person will be required to possess a Valid Driver’s License and have a clean driving record.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project Management experience.
• Strong attention-to-detail skills with the proven ability to work with a high-level of accuracy.
• Proven ability to work independently in a team environment with minimal supervision.
• Proven ability to work in a self-motivated manner while effectively multi-tasking and prioritizing multiple assignments.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written). 

 

TARGET SALARY RANGE:  75k-95k (per year)

 

Contributing to the health and well-being of team members is a top priority for Pennoni; therefore, we designed our benefits package to exceed industry norms while providing our team members with exceptionally competitive and comprehensive benefits.  Our offerings include:

 

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical/Prescription Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Maternity Leave
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Accounts

 

 

 Why Work With Us?

At our core, we recognize that the unique qualities of our Pennoni individuals are essential for innovation and growth as a whole. Pennoni, an ENR Top 500 consulting engineering firm, offers many opportunities to help you build your career. We continually strive to build a great workplace where our employees trust the people they work for, enjoy the people they work with, and take pride in what they do.