Environmental Scientist

Job Title:

Senior Environmental Scientist / Geologist - Phase I & II ESA and Remediation

Job Description

This role leads environmental due diligence and remediation projects with a primary focus on Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs). The position manages projects from initial proposal through final reporting, mentors junior staff, and serves as a key technical resource on Illinois EPA SRP and LUST programs. The ideal candidate brings extensive Phase I ESA and remediation experience, strong report writing skills, and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

+ Lead Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) projects from start to finish, including planning, field work coordination, data review, and final report preparation.

+ Conduct and oversee Phase I environmental site assessments, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and industry standards.

+ Assist with Phase II ESAs, including environmental sampling, data interpretation, and documentation of findings.

+ Characterize soil for disposal using LPC-663 forms or Subtitle D profiling and ensure proper documentation and compliance.

+ Support and oversee environmental remediation activities, including soil sampling, environmental monitoring, and site assessment tasks.

+ Utilize expertise in Illinois EPA Site Remediation Program (SRP) and Leaking Underground Storage Tank (LUST) programs to guide sites through investigation, remediation, and closure.

+ Keep key stakeholders, including clients and internal team members, engaged and informed throughout project life cycles.

+ Prepare clear, accurate, and technically sound environmental reports, including Phase I and Phase II ESA reports and remediation documentation.

+ Review and quality-check reports prepared by junior staff to ensure technical accuracy, completeness, and consistency.

+ Oversee and mentor junior staff, providing training, technical guidance, and feedback on field methods, data analysis, and report writing.

+ Manage multiple projects simultaneously (typically 4-5 or more at a time), maintaining schedules, budgets, and quality standards.

+ Communicate directly with clients to discuss project scopes, findings, recommendations, and next steps.

+ Apply strong project management skills to coordinate field activities, lab work, and reporting for residential, solar, and commercial projects.

+ Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and company procedures, including health and safety requirements such as OSHA HAZWOPER.

+ Contribute to a collaborative team environment by sharing knowledge in environmental science, geology, asbestos awareness, site assessment, and environmental compliance.

Essential Skills

+ Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or a closely related field.

+ Minimum of 6+ years of environmental remediation and due diligence experience, specifically focused on Phase I ESAs.

+ Extensive hands-on experience with Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, including planning, execution, and report preparation.

+ Experience assisting with Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, including soil sampling, site assessment, and environmental monitoring.

+ Strong technical report writing skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise, and detailed environmental reports.

+ Proven experience reviewing and quality-checking environmental reports prepared by others.

+ Thorough knowledge and practical experience with Illinois EPA Site Remediation Program (SRP) and Leaking Underground Storage Tank (LUST) programs.

+ Background in environmental science, geology, and environmental compliance.

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Experience with soil sampling, soil characterization, and environmental remediation activities.

+ Familiarity with asbestos-related considerations in environmental site assessments.

+ Demonstrated project management skills, including managing multiple concurrent projects.

+ Strong interpersonal skills; must be personable, collaborative, and eager to continue learning.

+ Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.

+ 40-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification or the ability to renew or obtain it in a timely manner.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Professional Geologist license or eligibility to obtain one; the role offers a pay increase upon attaining this license.

+ Experience working on a range of project types, including residential, solar, and commercial properties.

+ Experience mentoring and training junior environmental staff.

+ Ability to communicate technical information clearly to clients, regulators, and non-technical stakeholders.

+ Strong organizational skills and attention to detail when managing documentation and regulatory requirements.

+ Interest in ongoing professional development, including additional training, education, and certifications supported through tuition reimbursement.

+ Comfort working both independently and as part of a small, collaborative environmental team.

Work Environment

This role sits within a small,…