Environmental Scientist

Are you driven to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact? At Apex, we’re building more than a consulting and engineering firm—we’re creating a place where your career accelerates, your contributions matter, and your potential is fully realized. We believe your growth is our growth, which is why we invest in your development at every stage of your career. Here, you’ll work on projects that shape communities, protect the environment, and create lasting impact, all while being empowered with the autonomy and flexibility to do your best work.

Fueled by high quality delivery, exceptional client retention, and strategic acquisitions, Apex Companies continues to rank among the fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry, recently recognized by the Zweig Group for our industry-leading growth. Our success is grounded in strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes. As we continue to grow, we’re focused on building a team of high-performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, and push what’s possible.

At Apex, you don’t just join a company, you help shape what comes next.

• Field collection of environmental samples (air, water, stormwater, wastewater, soil)
• Routine regulatory reporting related to stormwater, wastewater, solid/hazardous waste, and air permit compliance
• Preparing environmental management plans related to stormwater pollution prevention, spill prevention, and solid waste operations
• Inspection and auditing for environmental compliance
• Problem solving through selection and implementation of pollution prevention Best Management Practices for discharge permit compliance
• Support a variety of environmental engineering tasks for remedial system design and construction
• Assist with the evaluation and permitting of environmental projects
• Presentation of environmental topics to employees, clients, and contractors
• Travel to project sites within Washington and Oregon required
• Represent Apex in a safe and professional manner both internally and externally

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, or related field
• Master’s degree a plus
• Experience collecting field samples of soil, groundwater, surface water, stormwater, wastewater, and air using standard environmental protocols
• Experience preparing regulatory reports and permit-related documentation

• Medical, dental and vision plan options.
• Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time-off and holidays.
• Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
• Other perks and incentives.
• Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
• 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US.

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