Environmental Project Scientist
Job Summary:
Trileaf is seeking a full-time Environmental Project Scientist with 0-2 years of field experience conducting environmental due diligence work on telecommunications and commercial real estate projects, primarily including Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (Phase I ESAs), Phase II ESAs, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Review Reports, and/or migratory bird evaluations and amongst other environmental assessment services. This position is based out of our remote Boston, Massachusetts office and travel includes all of the New England area.
Basic Responsibilities:
Phase I and II ESA responsibilities include conducting site visits of wireless communications facilities and commercial properties, reviewing historical records, environmental and regulatory databases, followed by the interpretation of the compiled information and the drafting of a standardized report in accordance with ASTM E-1527-21 (AAI).
NEPA responsibilities include conducting site visits of proposed wireless communications facilities. Prior to conducting the site visit, a preliminary screening of listed and/or proposed threatened or endangered species, critical habitat, National Wetland Inventory Maps (NWI), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM) etc., as well as correspondence with Tribal, federal, state, and local agencies in accordance with FCC Rules Title 47 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 1, Subpart I, rule sections 1.1301 to 1.1319. Subsequent to these activities, an individual must be able to interpret the complied information and prepare a template NEPA report.
Migratory bird evaluations include ground-based field investigations for migratory bird surveys and any necessary permitting with state/local agencies.
Key Responsibilities:
Travel to project location, take detailed notes and photographs of site (2-4 days per week). Conducting interviews, analyzing government database records, performing regulatory agency file reviews; reviewing historical data (including topographic maps, Sanborn fire insurance maps, city directories, and aerial photographs); drafting a standardized report using information from these various sources. Perform QA/QC to the satisfaction of both management and clients and completing requested revisions & submitting report within pre-established timelines. Applicant will also conduct field work to collect samples of potentially contaminated subsurface media (soil, groundwater, and soil vapor) and/or indoor air and then compare analytical contaminant data collected to applicable regulatory standards.
Basic Qualifications:
To be considered, the resume of the applicant must demonstrate the following qualifications/skills:
- Attention to detail
- Strong work ethic
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to use Personal Vehicle for travel
- Ability to conduct field work
- Ability and willingness to travel (75% travel, 25% office)
- Good computer skills
- Independent worker
- Commitment to excellence
- Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Phase I Assessments (ASTM E1527)
- Phase II Assessments (ASTM E1903)
Preferred Qualifications / Experience:
- NEPA/Section 106 Assessments
- 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification
- Mold assessment/indoor air quality (IAQ) experience
- Licensed Asbestos/Lead-based paint Inspector
- Transaction Screen Assessments (ASTM E1528)
- Property Condition Assessments (ASTM E2018)
- Record Search with Risk Assessments (SBA SOP 50 10 6)
- Environmental Professional (EP)
- Wetland Delineations
- Working knowledge of the nesting cycle and behaviors of common raptor species
- Experience using binoculars, spotting scopes, and cameras
- Experience with “digiscoping” techniques
- Avian surveys
- Regulatory agency permitting
Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Biology, Environmental Science, Geology, Geography or related fields
Benefits:
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401k with company match
- Short-term disability, Long-term disability & Life Insurance – 100% Employer paid
- 3 weeks of PTO per year
- 8 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday
The listed salary range for this position is an expected range. The actual offer will be at the company's sole discretion and determined by relevant business considerations, including the final candidate's qualifications, years of experience, skillset, geographic location, and current market data.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check, including criminal history, education verification, employment verification and drug test. This may also include credit and motor vehicle record checks depending on the position.
Trileaf Corporation is an Equal Opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disorder, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.
