Environmental Scientist

Job Title

Environmental Scientist – Aurora, Oregon

We have an immediate opening for an Environmental Scientist based in Aurora, Oregon. The Environmental Department focuses on environmental permitting and compliance management in the electrical utility construction industry, providing expertise in permitting, onsite inspection, erosion and sediment control implementation, mitigation planning, restoration, revegetation, and environmental training.

• This position is based in our Aurora, Oregon office and various project locations as needed.

• Conduct field monitoring and inspecting for environmental compliance (hydrocarbon spills, erosion and sediment control, sensitive resource mitigation).
• Track current bids and projects.
• Estimate and manage project environmental costs.
• Develop plans to meet mitigation requirements on a given project.
• Implement erosion and stormwater controls at construction sites.
• Be available to travel as needed and spend extended periods of time at project locations distant from the Aurora office.
• Interact and effectively communicate with all levels of Project Management staff, field superintendents, clients, and vendors.

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Natural Resources, Biology, or another related field.
• Work experience in a related/relevant field (biology, storm water, geology, hydrology, etc.).
• Experience conducting and documenting field work.
• Stormwater experience or certifications preferred.
• Experience in environmental permitting or compliance, including CWA, RHA, ESA, Section 106, NEPA, CEQA, etc., preferred.
• Capable of performing strenuous fieldwork and walking long distances.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with various levels of staff and personality types.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Must be able to work outside and travel as necessary.
• Must have a valid state driver’s license.

Competitive salary and excellent benefits package including employer paid medical, dental, vision, 401(k), personal time off and holiday pay.

Wilson Construction Co. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Smoke & drug free environment. Successful candidates will be required to pass post-offer and random drug tests, including marijuana.