Environmental Project Scientist

Environmental Project Scientist – Honolulu, Hawaii

Motivated Project Geologist, Project Scientist, or Project Engineer with a background in environmental remediation is needed to join our Technical Services Organization. This mid‑career role offers the opportunity to contribute to high‑profile projects and grow into a Technical Lead on small to moderately complex assignments. The position reports to the CAPE office in Honolulu.

• Support project planning, field sampling, quality control oversight, design evaluations, data analysis, and reporting.
• Develop technical plans and reports including sampling & analysis plans, quality control plans, and construction completion reports.
• Schedule and oversee field activities such as soil, surface water, groundwater sampling, drilling, subcontractor management, and remediation system operation.
• Support proposal development, cost estimating, and preparation of regulatory submittals.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to CAPE’s technical quality standards and procedures.
• Collaborate with project and senior management to deliver high‑quality results that meet budget, schedule, and client expectations.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in engineering, geology, or environmental science; advanced degree preferred.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum 3 years in environmental remediation. Experience working in Hawaii/Tropical Pacific preferred.
• Certifications/Training:
  • Preferred:
    Licensed Engineer or Geologist in Training (E.I.T. or G.I.T.) or able to obtain Professional Registration within six months of hire.
  • HAZWOPER 40‑hour training (annual refresher).
  • Adult First Aid/CPR.
  • Valid U.S. driver’s license with satisfactory record.
  • U.S. citizenship required.
• Strong technical writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with federal environmental regulatory programs (CERCLA, RCRA).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, CAD, ArcGIS, and industry‑standard modeling software.

• Position requires up to 50% travel annually for project support.
• Field conditions may involve exposure to varying weather, hazardous materials, and physical demands.

$80,000 – $102,000, commensurate with experience.

Medical, dental, vision insurance; life insurance; ADP retirement savings plan (401(k) with up to 4% match); health savings account (HSA); flexible spending account (FSA); paid annual leave; paid maternity/paternity leave; tuition reimbursement; optional telecommuting; straight time overtime on field assignments.

CAPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.