Environmental Scientist III

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Billings, MT Full Time Billings, MT, US

Salary Range: $65,126.00 To $97,689.00 Annually

Job Title:

Environmental Scientist III

Location:

Billings, MT or Helena, MT

Description/Job Summary

POSITION DESCRIPTION

HGL (Hydro Geo Logic , Inc.) is seeking an Environmental Scientist III based in our Billings, MT or Helena, MT offices. This position will support U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. Montana DEQ, and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers environmental projects primarily in the Mountain West region. Projects commonly involve investigation and remediation of sites with groundwater and soil impacted by emerging contaminants (PFAS), chlorinated solvents, and petroleum compounds as well as abandoned mine lands.

Responsibilities/Duties

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

The person hired for this role will be responsible for:

• Ensuring field operations are conducted in a safe manner in accordance with project specific Site Safety and Health Plans / Health and Safety Plans, design specifications, and standard operating procedures.
• Managing / leading field teams for collection of water, soil, and soil vapor samples utilizing various sampling techniques.
• Assisting with remedial system installation and operations & maintenance services.
• Performing / conducting field subcontractor oversight inclusive of remediation, waste transportation and disposal, and heavy equipment operation.
• Interfacing with program and project managers, senior technical staff, the government customer, and RA Contractors.
• Contributing to the preparation of work plans and project deliverables (e.g., UFP-QAPPs, RI Reports, SSHP/HASPs, power point presentations, and technical memoranda).
• Provide technical support during investigation, planning, design, implementation, and completion project phases.
• Assisting with data entry, analysis, and interpretation of environmental data using statistical and visualization tools.
• Managing or leading field teams collecting general field data, completing environmental sampling, and managing remedial systems.
• Potential for up to 50% travel within the U.S. (primarily in western U.S.) will be associated with this position.
• Utilize approved digital and AI-assisted tools, where appropriate, to support technical documentation, data analysis, project communications, and workflow efficiency.
• Review of specifications, drawings, work plans, and ongoing construction activities to assure compliance during RA construction oversight.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

The ideal candidate will need the following as a foundation for success in this role:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Geology, or Environmental Science-related field.
• 4+ years of experience.
• Ability to work in a team environment with corporate, project, and technical management staff.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and organization.
• Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, and other MS Office applications.
• Possess or have ability to obtain OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification upon employment.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and adopt new technologies and digital tools to improve project delivery and operational efficiency.
• Knowledge and experience of CERCLA, DoD, DOE, EPA, and/or RCRA projects.
• Understanding of remediation and construction site health & safety (H&S) hazards.
• Strong technical writing and documentation experience with prior experience contributing to the preparation of remedial design documents that are technically sound and accurately reflect the project approach and requirements.
• Ability to conduct completion inspections, document project status and maintain records.
• Working knowledge of federal and state occupational regulations.
• Ability to prepare daily reports documenting activities and findings.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills (both written and oral) including the ability to comfortably engage with varying levels of leadership, RA Contractors, subcontractors, internal and external stakeholders, etc.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities with attention to detail.

Desired Qualifications

WHAT YOU NEED TO STAND OUT – Preferred, not required

• Masters degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geological/Geotechnical Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Experience working with EPA on mining related projects and/or Montana Department of…