Environmental Scientist

Role Accountabilities

As part of this role, you will be responsible for assisting Project Managers (PMs) and Task Managers (TMs) in planning and executing environmental site characterization, investigation, and remediation tasks. Fieldwork will also be a key aspect of this position, affording training to oversee drilling for soil sampling and groundwater well installation, groundwater sampling, subcontractor oversight, construction and operation and maintenance of remediation systems, vapor intrusion/soil gas surveys, among other tasks.

It is essential to conduct fieldwork with a focus on health and safety.

• Conduct field work including soil, groundwater, and/or vapor sampling in the field in accordance with Georgia Environmental Protection Division (GAEPD) Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Field work will require regional business travel for up to 4-5 days per week on average. Several times per year, travel may be required within the U.S. for up to two-three weeks at a time.

• BA or BS in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology or related field (Required)
• Experience with GA EPD environmental regulations and SOPs (Preferred)
• Current OSHA HAZWOPER 40 HR / 8 HR training (Preferred)
• Previous industry, consulting, or regulatory internship experience (Preferred)
• 1 year experience in the field is preferred but not required (Preferred)

• Must have a good driving record, be willing to work outside in all weather conditions and for extended periods.
• Field work may be performed at project sites with environmental media impacted with hazardous or non-hazardous substances and/or wastes.
• Must be able to meet the physical demands associated with performing field work, including lifting heavy equipment, working in a standing position for extended periods of time, etc.

Arcadis offers medical, dental, vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. Nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year.

Arcadis is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to a policy of non‑discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.