Environmental Field 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.

Our Northeast Division is seeking a dynamic Environmental Field Scientist to join our Quincy, MA, Providence, RI or Woburn, MA office. You’ll be joining a well‑respected, award‑winning team where career development, training, and mentoring are core to our culture. Our work spans a diverse portfolio of civil, environmental, water resources, and traffic/transportation projects, all within a fast‑paced, collaborative, and engaging work environment that encourages growth and impact.

• Co llect field samples of soil, soil vapor, groundwater, surface water, and drinking water .
• Provide oversight of site investigation and characterization, as well as contaminated site remediation .
• Prepare field notes, photographs , and perform analysis and interpretation of field and analytical data.
• Prepare technical reports and conduct ASTM Phase I and Phase II environmental site assessments.
• Support emergency response services, communicate and collaborate with others, manage workloads and records, implement health & safety policies, and travel extensively.

• BA/BS in Environmental Science or a related field.
• Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and reliable transportation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and other commonly used computer applications.
• Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices and maintaining a strong safety record.
• 1‑3 years of relevant experience in a similar environmental or field‑based role is preferred.
• Previous Massachusetts MCP experience preferred.
• 40hour HAZWOPER certification preferred; familiarity federal and state regulations a plus.
• Experience with Deltek Vision preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Solid technical writing ability with strong attention to detail.
• Work may take place in office, field, and outdoor environments, including active job sites.
• Exposure to varied weather conditions during field assignments.
• Ability to navigate job sites, including walking, standing, and ascending or descending stairs and ladders.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Willingness to travel up to 90% regionally.
• Availability for night and weekend work(infrequent)

• Medical, dental and vision plan options.
• Company‑paid life, short, and long‑term disability insurance.
• 401k 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.

Scientist 1 - Staff Scientist

$52,000 — $62,000 USD

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