Environmental Project Scientist

Position

Environmental Project Scientist, Honolulu, Hawaii
Posted: 06/19/2026

• Provide support for project planning, field sampling, quality control oversight, design evaluations, data analysis, and reporting.
• Develop technical plans and reports including sampling and analysis plans, quality control plans, and construction completion reports.
• Schedule and oversee field activities such as soil, surface water, and 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 5 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 (and 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 and industry‑standard tools (CAD, ArcGIS, 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, health savings account, flexible spending account, paid annual leave, paid maternity/paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, and voluntary benefits. Option to work from home. Straight‑time overtime may be offered on certain field assignments.

CAPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants to apply to our open positions.