Environmental Scientist

Forge ahead with WSB. WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results and we’ve dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships, collaboration, and forward-thinking ideas. We’ve inspired each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. We invite you to forge ahead with us.

What You Will Do: As an Environmental Scientist Professional

• You will provide field oversight of environmental investigation and remediation (EIR) projects.
• 30% to 70% of the time conducting field work; depending on season. Otherwise in the office preparing technical reports and supporting the development of proposals and budgets.
• Most projects are in Minnesota. Some overnight travel possible.
• Projects will include due diligence environmental review (Phase I and Phase II ESAs) and environmental remediation for public and private entities.
• Supporting large monitoring projects, limited site investigations, remedial investigations, and brownfields redevelopments.
• Familiar with petroleum, non-petroleum, PFAS investigations and remedial actions including Superfund, vapor intrusion, and petroleum work following MPCA guidance.
• Supporting MPCA/MDA Voluntary Investigation and Cleanup projects.
• Preparation of Response Action Plans and providing construction oversight during RAP implementation.
• Collection, tabulation, and evaluation of environmental data.
• Preparation of EIR technical reports.
• Coordinate with a team. Assist in identifying strategic plans for future business development.
• Supporting grant funding applications for brownfield investigation and cleanup.

What You Will Bring: The successful candidate will bring

• A bachelor’s degree in environmental science, geology, engineering, chemistry, biology, natural resources, soil science or comparable field from an accredited school. A master’s degree in a related field is a plus.
• 2 to 5+ years of experience in environmental investigation, remediation, and/or brownfields redevelopment.
• 40 Hour HAZWOPER certification is a plus.
• Experience with MPCA, MDA, MDH and/or MnDOT EIR type work is a benefit. Experience outside of Minnesota is a plus.
• Experience with performing large-scale corridor Phase I and Phase II ESAs for transportation and roadway improvements projects.
• Experience with EIR field testing/screening equipment typical of construction oversight and groundwater monitoring projects (e.g., PID, YSI, peristaltic pump, sub-slab vapor pin installation).
• Experience with SPCC plan and/or Petrofund Reimbursement Application preparation is a plus.
• Experience with GIS, gINT, and EDGE/EQuIS software is a plus.
• Asbestos and Lead Inspection credentials for MN or other states a plus.
• Safety orientated, organized, with a growth and collaborative mindset.
• Candidates must have a valid driver's license and a safe driving record.
• Our top candidates must possess strong verbal communication, technical writing and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, ability to work alone or in group settings, and a demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service.

Who We Are: WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in engineering, community planning, environmental, and construction services. We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 30 complementary areas across the nation.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.