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Project Environmental Scientist

Weaver Consultants Group • Full-time • Chicago, Illinois • 18m ago

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Experienced

Chicago IL - Hiring Location - Chicago, IL

Full Time

4 Year Degree

Day

Science

Project Scientist

Weaver Consultants Group, an environmental, civil and geotechnical engineering consulting firm, is seeking to expand our Environmental Practice Group in our Chicago office. We are seeking qualified, degreed professionals who will thrive in a fast-paced and challenging work environment. We offer an environment conducive to personal growth and skill development with the opportunity to participate in the entire project life cycle. Our culture appeals to individuals interested in providing technically excellent services in a highly responsive manner focused on meeting our client’s project-specific needs.

Primary Responsibilities

We are seeking an entry/intermediate-level Staff/Project Scientist with experience in environmental field work and supporting report preparation. The qualified candidates must have 2 – 5 years of professional experience with the following environmental activities:

ASTM Phase I and Phase II ESAs
Familiarity with IEPA TACO
IEPA LUST investigation and reporting activities
IEPA SRP investigation and reporting activities
Soil excavation oversight and confirmation sampling
Conducting soil, groundwater, and soil-gas sampling
Overseeing soil boring and monitoring well installation
Document review and reporting including laboratory data analysis
Preparation of groundwater elevation contour maps and geologic cross sections
Statistical evaluation of various environmental monitoring data

Qualifications

BS in Environmental Science, Engineering, or Geology or related field
Strong technical writing skills
Ability to travel 40-50% (primarily local), occasionally on short notice
Strong Microsoft Office Word and Excel skills
Valid Driver’s License
Must communicate effectively with team members, managers, subcontractors, and personnel on-site
Able to work independently with limited guidance and detail-oriented
Strong understanding of and commitment to health and safety protocols
Willing to work outside, in a variety of climates, and be able to traverse tough terrain at times
Willing to work at active industrial properties
40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification a plus

Integral to the position will be proficiency in review, interpretation, and application of local, federal, and state environmental regulations, as well as detailed standards from organizations such as ASTM. The qualified person would prepare the supporting reports associated with the above-listed activities in accordance with the applicable standards and agency regulations. The qualified person would work in a team environment with senior staff providing support/guidance/mentorship, as needed.

Weaver Consultants Group prides itself on our people who are as dedicated to client service as they are to their professional or technical discipline. If you are a motivated and committed individual, please apply to join our growing team!

EOE/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability

Weaver Consultants Group maintains a drug-free workplace.

Project Scientist

Primary Responsibilities

We are seeking an intermediate-level Scientist/Geologist/Engineer with experience in environmental field work and supporting report preparation. The qualified candidates must have 2 – 5 years of professional experience with the following environmental activities:

Proficiency with IEPA TACO
IEPA LUST investigation and reporting activities
IEPA SRP investigation and reporting activities
ASTM Phase I and Phase II ESAs
Soil excavation oversight and confirmation sampling
Conducting soil, groundwater, and soil-gas sampling
Overseeing soil boring and monitoring well installation
Document review and reporting including laboratory data analysis
Preparation of groundwater elevation contour maps and geologic cross sections
Statistical evaluation of various environmental monitoring data

Qualifications

BS in Environmental Science, Engineering, or Geology or related field
Strong technical writing skills
Ability to travel 40-50% (primarily local), occasionally on short notice
Strong Microsoft Office Word and Excel skills
Valid Driver’s License
Must communicate effectively with team members, managers, subcontractors, and on-site personnel
Able to work independently with limited guidance and detail-oriented
Strong understanding of and commitment to health and safety protocols
Willing to work outside, in a variety of climates, and be able to traverse tough terrain at times
Willing to work at active industrial properties
Willing to work over and/or outside of regular business hours, as needed
40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification a plus