Fahrenheit Advisors is assisting our client, a woman-owned Environmental Engineering firm in Herndon, VA in the search for an Environmental Scientist to work to work 70% in the Herndon office (with significant fieldwork nearby) and 30% at the Pentagon.

Job Scope: This position requires 5 years of comprehensive environmental experience in performing sampling of various media including soil, vapor, groundwater, and surface water. This position requires the employee to possess knowledge and experience in conducting a variety of environmental assessments, includingTSA’s, Phase I and II ESA’s,site characterizations, and regulatory compliance reviews. Additional tasks assigned to this position include conducting stormwater sampling, UST closures, UST & AST compliance reporting, soil monitoring and management, soil classification, preparation of soil boring & well logs, and vapor intrusion surveys.

Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, RCRA, ASTM, federal and state regulatory compliance standards, and laboratory analytical methodologies is necessary. Achieve licensure and stay current in the following:HAZWOPER, Erosion and Soil Control Inspector, Stormwater Inspector and Asbestos Project Monitor, Asbestos and Lead Inspector,

This position reportsadministrativelythe Division Director for Occupational Health and Safety (OHS). You will also work closely with other Division Directors and project management personnel throughout the organization as needed. The duties will include assisting the OHS Division with Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) assessments, Field Services Division with asbestos abatement monitoringand asbestos/lead surveys, and the WHS Program Manager with various environmental sampling tasks.

Job Requirements:

Environmental technical skills:

Mathematical skills to calibrate equipment and complete calculations associated with sample collection and analysis of various analytes.
Experience with collecting data and use of sampling equipment for the collection of various types of media and be able to comprehend new sampling methodologies as necessary for proper sample collection.Familiarity with installation and sampling of groundwater/soil vapor monitoring wells .

Familiarity with current ASTM methods, federal and state regulations, and other industry standards pertaining to environmental assessments, storm water monitoring, site characterizations, hazardous materials, and compliance protocols.
Capacity to review, accurately transcribe, and analyze data collected, compare to standards and regulations, and evaluate the data in order to provide recommendations for corrective action and/or follow up assessment as necessary.
After cross-training, maintain proficiency in the NIOSH 7400 Method by participating in the AIHA AAR program.

Administrative skills:

In response to client requests, or assignments from supervisors, prepare proposals for environmental work. Knowledge of labor costs, sample analytical fees and sub-contractor costs and negotiations for various types of environmental work is essential for proposal preparation. Contract authorization is provided for committing the company up to a $5,000.00 commitment. All proposals are to be reviewed by the appropriate Division Director.
Manage and maintain projects within the technical scope of work and budget requirements.
Schedule and follow through with client contacts and subcontractors to perform the appropriate environmental services within the project time requirements.
Able to manage multiple projects and deadlines, staff productivity, and ensure project reports are provided to the client within the

Maintain an organized working environment, and
Maintain your own billability at a target of 70%.
Maintain a professional demeanor when interacting with clients and fellow staff members.
Supervise subordinates in administrative and technical issues.Personnel issues with subordinate staff are to be brought to the attention of your immediate supervisor.

Execution of technical work:

Must be able to safely work in environments such as construction sites, office buildings, secured areas, demolition sites, overgrown properties, near water, and remote outdoor environments and in all types of weather and at various times of the day, including some weekends, as necessary.
Technical work may require carrying and handling multiple pieces of heavy equipment, expensive equipment, temperature sensitive equipment, and detailed documentation. Must have visual and auditory abilities to respond to events on constructions sites.
Conduct stormwater sampling on a monthly and quarterly basis per MWAA protocol.

Hours of work vary depending upon technical project work, client’s needs, and emergency situations. Other technical work is weather dependent, such as storm event sampling. Fluctuations in work hours are normal and typical for Environmental consulting work. Employees are expected to fulfill these work obligations as necessary

Specifics of Daily Duties:

Execute assigned work from supervisors. Perform work assigned within the project scope of work/contract requirements within the time specified.

Notify Supervisorof changes to the project scope regarding technical or budget issues. Pursue modifications to the contract for additional funds as necessary for any changes in project scope.
Track budgets of personal work, subcontractors, and any delegated work to junior level or peer level staff. Maintain work within project budget limits.
Prepare thorough and complete draft reports of project work for supervisor review. This includes compiling all supplemental documentation such as field data logs, aerial & site photos, maps & site diagrams, laboratory reports, regulatory forms, and responses from state and/or regulatory agencies. Evaluate data and site observations for comparison to industry standards and provide appropriate recommendations to the client regarding the project.
Conduct site work for sample collection or site evaluation in accordance with the scope of work/contract requirements. Evaluate equipment, materials, and transportation needs to execute the project without delay. This includes ensuring all equipment is charged and calibrated, all sampling media and equipment is on hand to perform the work, and transportation and security logisticshave been arranged for easy access.
Understand project assignments issued by the Supervisor and be able to work independently and as part of a team.

Monitor billability. Inform Supervisor of periods of anticipated low project workload and project status or excess project workload that may affect deadlines and or quality of work.
Market the company’s services to new clients as appropriate.
Obtain support from your supervisor on technical issues which you may not be experienced with.

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