Senior Environmental Scientist​/Geologist

Senior Environmental Scientist / Geologist

Broadbent & Associates, Inc. of Reno, Nevada is looking to hire an organized full-time, Senior Level Environmental Scientist / Geologist to oversee a wide variety of complex, environmental projects in Nevada and California. This position earns a competitive salary, depending on experience. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including a bonus program, 100% medical insurance monthly premium coverage for employee and family, dental, vision, a health savings account (HSA), a generous 401(k) retirement plan with safe harbor contribution and company match, vacation, sick time, life insurance, ability to earn additional paid time off, solid opportunities for advancement, and a friendly and fun work environment in all our offices.

Founded in 1987, Broadbent is a full-service environmental remediation, water resource, and civil engineering firm. We provide professional services throughout the United States and beyond to oil companies, mining operations, agricultural companies, municipalities, private industries, governmental agencies, public and private utilities, and developers. Our mission is to build long-term client relationships by providing sound scientific solutions to comprehensive resource management challenges.

We’re very client-focused with a commitment to providing services in a time-efficient and cost-effective manner.

As a Senior-level professional, you are the engine of our business. Your hard work ensures that we deliver for our clients. Under the supervision of the Division Manager or Principal Professional, you will:

• Prepare and review work plans, technical documents, and reports for federal, state, and local regulatory agencies
• Prepare and review new clientele proposals for federal, state, and local regulatory agencies
• Develop the scope of environmental assessment and remediation projects from our diverse portfolio and manage them within budget
• Conduct regular field visits to drive project execution and ensure that appropriate health and safety procedures are being followed
• Review and approve supplier work proposals and invoices
• Evaluate/interpret data and prepare detailed reports
• Assist with marketing and business development
• Mentor junior staff to assist with their professional development

• Bachelor's degree in geology, hydrogeology, environmental science, engineering, or related field
• Certified Environmental Manager (CEM) or Professional Geologist (PG) certification
• Seven or more years of experience in geological assessments, water supply, water treatment, environmental assessments, contaminant investigation, contaminant remediation, stormwater management, wastewater treatment, permitting projects, or compliance projects in the public and private sectors
• Consulting experience
• Strong working knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations and experience interacting with governmental regulatory agencies
• Demonstrated ability to properly manage multiple projects concurrently while ensuring compliance with deliverable timelines
• Ability to travel within the western regional U.S.

• Possess strong work ethic and knowledge of the consulting business
• Strong commitment to safety and staff development
• Ability to effectively manage personnel and administrative functions
  
  Advanced technical capabilities associated with the specific field of expertise
• Motivated self-starter and ability to perform periodic field work
• Strong problem solving, research, and communication skills
• Ability to identify and mitigate potential hazards associated with site operations
• Willingness to conduct business development activities
• Technical writing competency and computer literacy
• In-depth experience with service line specific cost projections, budget preparation and tracking
• Ability to work individually and as a team member

This full-time Senior project management position typically works Monday - Friday with some traveling, overnight and weekend work. May engage extended two- or three-week projects regarding emergency response (voluntary).

Broadbent is an Equal Opportunity / Affiative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.