Environmental Scientist

Join Bechtel Corporation as an Environmental Scientist in Chandler, AZ. This part‑time telework position requires three days per week onsite and focuses on integrating environmental requirements into large‑scale project planning and execution.

Location: Chandler, AZ |
Salary: $50,000–$60,000

In this role you will integrate environmental requirements into project planning documents, permit applications, design criteria, construction plans, schedules, and subcontract documents. You will provide input on bid decisions, identify new approaches, conduct inspections, and participate in emergency response. Your work will help reduce adverse environmental impacts of Bechtel projects.

• Assist execution of the environmental component of an ESH Program, including technical and administrative aspects.
• Assist development and implementation of Environmental Management Plans, associated environmental plans and procedures, and training programs.
• Provide input to Engineering, Construction, Procurement, Subcontracts, Commissioning, and other groups to assure that environmental requirements are integrated within project planning and execution.
• Interpret environmental requirements and provide guidance on risk assessment and program execution.
• Research issues and regulatory requirements and prepare documentation and reports.
• Support environmental permitting, studies, risk assessments, and reviews involving site conditions, natural resources, cultural resources, and communities.
• Participate in emergency response and incident investigation and resolution.
• Participate in meetings with customers, team members, subcontractors, permitting agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Conduct inspections and environmental monitoring and sampling to help identify risks, confirm the effectiveness of mitigation measures, and assess compliance with contract, regulatory, project, and Bechtel requirements.
• Provide guidance regarding environmental mitigation, permit conditions, sustainability concepts, and protection of environmentally sensitive areas, species, and communities.

• Bachelor of Science degree (or equivalent) from an accredited university or college in environmental science, ecology, biology, natural resources, or related discipline.
• Four or more years of experience related to applicable environmental sciences or regulatory requirements.

• Ability to understand and apply organizational and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with environmental impact assessments.
• Analytical skills related to sampling, monitoring, and record‑keeping.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and support multiple shifts.
• Valid driver’s license.

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Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may e‑mail their request to