Environmental Scientist I

Timmons Group is seeking anEnvironmental Scientist Ifor our Environmental Risk and Remediation Group located in our Richmond, VA office. The Environmental Scientist I is responsible for preparing any of a combination of ASTM standard due diligence assessments (Phase I/Phase II), Brownfield investigations, state and federal NEPA documents, and other deliverables that meet internal and external client expectations, under the tutelage and direction of senior managers and/or the group leader. Completes industry standard documents in compliance with applicable state and/or federal environmental regulations.

This individual must be highly motivated, a self-starter, flexible, detail-oriented, enjoy interacting with employees and clients; willing to work at a dynamic pace to complete tasks and meet deadlines; and share a commitment to our firm’s vision, mission, and shared values.

 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Reliably collects and interprets data following established industry and regulatory standards.
• De-briefs clients and senior staff on investigative findings and contributes to discussions that propose recommendations.
• Acts independently, using professional judgement, to direct, monitor, and complete assigned projects.
• Actively coordinates project tasks with senior managers and clients.
• Ensures the accuracy (formal and informal QA/QC) of assigned tasks.
• Proactively identifies technical, schedule and/or financial issues and seeks resolution from the Project Manager and/or the client, as appropriate to the situation 
• Communicates independently on technical matters with the client when directed by senior managers.
• Interprets resource data including but not limited to soil surveys, aerial photographs, mapping, field classification of soil properties and/or the potential presence of subsurface contamination or other environmental infractions.
• Travels out of town or overnight as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills/Requirements of a successful candidate include but are not limited to:

• Must have media sampling experience in multiple formats.
• Must possess strong technical verbal and technical writing skills and be able to read technical literature and engineering plans.
• Must possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and research skills and be able to apply professional knowledge to deriving solutions of both routine and non-routine tasks as related to engineering activities.
• Must have strong field skills, capable and willing to perform tasks in all types of weather in often demanding outdoor conditions and terrain.
• Must be capable of acting as an independent contributor by successfully completing/directing tasks and delivering technically sound reports and products.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team with excellent time management skills to ensure deadlines are met.
• Is expected to develop project management skills through assigned project assignments, 
• GIS skills preferred but not required.

 
Education and/or Experience 

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university, with coursework in Environmental Science or related field(s) and/or equivalent work experience
• Three or more years of environmental experience required.
• Current registration as a Professional Soil Scientist, Registered Environmental Manager, Industrial Hygienist, or Professional Geologist is preferred.

The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are looking for high energy, creative, flexible, patient, self-starters who are willing to work at a dynamic pace. Candidates must share a commitment to our company’s Vision, Mission and Shared Values.

Timmons Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Timmons Group is a full-service engineering and technology firm recognized nationally as a “Best Firm to Work For” by CE News. With over 15 offices throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, we provide civil engineering, environmental, economic development, GIS/geospatial technology, landscape architecture, and surveying services to a diverse client base. As one of Engineering News Record’s (ENR) Top 500 Design Firms for over 30 years, we are dedicated to being an employer of choice and providing our people with the best resources, technology, and culture to help them thrive in an engaging career development setting. For more information, visit www.timmons.com.

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