Environmental Scientist
Environmental Scientist
Location: Schaumburg, IL (In Office and Onsite)
Company:
We are a nationwide environmental, architecture, and engineering consulting firm that assists clients with environmental due diligence, regulatory compliance, and engineering and architectural design. Multiple locations throughout the U.S serving wireless communications, commercial real estate and financial industries.
Summary:
• Phase I & II ESA(Environmental Site Assessment) EP reviews
• NEPA Review Reports
• Conduct site visits of wireless communications facilities and commercial properties
• Review historical records, environmental and regulatory databases
• Interpret and compile information for drafting standardized reports in accordance with ASTM E-1527-21 (AAI)
• Desired candidate will meet Environmental Professional requisite and be able to perform EP reviews of Phase I/II Reports
Key Responsibilities:
• Collect site samples of potentially contaminated subsurface media
• Take detailed notes and photographs of site (1-2 days per week)
• Analyze government database records
• Conduct interviews
• Perform regulatory agency file reviews & draft standardized reports, reviewing historical data including topographic maps, Sanborn fire insurance maps, city directories, and aerial photographs.
• Perform QA/QC
• Phase I Assessments (ASTM E1527)
• Phase II Assessments (ASTM E1903)
Basic Requirements:
• Certified Environmental Professional (EP)
• 3-5 years of field experience conducting environmental due diligence work on telecommunications and commercial real estate projects
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Biology, Environmental Science, Geology, Geography or related fields
• Attention to detail and Strong work ethic
• Ability to conduct field work
• Valid driver's license
• Ability and willingness to travel
• Good computer skills (Microsoft office and document formatting proficiency)
• Independent worker
• Commitment to excellence
Preferred Qualifications / Experience:
• NEPA/Section 106 Assessments
• 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification
• Mold assessment/indoor air quality (IAQ) experience
• Licensed Asbestos/Lead-based paint Inspector
• Transaction Screen Assessments (ASTM E1528)
• Property Condition Assessments (ASTM E2018)
• Record Search with Risk Assessments (SBA SOP 50 10 6)
• Wetland Delineations
Salary Range:
$65 - $75K
Benefits:
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401k with company match
• Short & Long-term disability & Life Insurance – 100% Employer paid
• 3 weeks PTO per year
• 8 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday