Senior Environmental Geologist/Scientist
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Responsibilities
The mission of a Senior Environmental Scientist for HVJ, a leading specialty engineering firm in Texas, is to manage Environmental Services that includes and are not limited to Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) Phase 1 and Phase 2, and Fault studies. Main areas of responsibilities include:
Environmental Field Work and reports for ESA Phase 1 projects.Come up with drilling locations, manage drilling operations and assign lab tests for ESA Phase 2 projects.Perform Phase 1 and Phase 2 fault studies.Manage deliverables and client satisfaction.Source Environmental projects and generate revenue.Responsible for overall project management from beginning to end including providing invoicing instructions.
Key Expectations
Conduct field work to investigate the nature and extent of soil, sediment, groundwater and other media contamination.Observe and log soil explorations via soil boring equipment, Geoprobe and test pit excavations.Evaluate and apply local, state and federal air regulations to determine requirements for permit modifications.Perform program research, planning and development, permitting, compliance monitoring, inspections/enforcement, and technical support services.Manage budgets, evaluate budget vs. plan, and analyze cost control efficiencies.Write reports, develop plans, and implement steps to move projects toward closure in the most cost-effective manner.Utilize communications skills to interact with both internal and external clients.
Key Criteria/Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or a science-related field, such as biology, chemistry, physics, geosciences, or engineering.Professional Geologist (PG)/Professional Engineer (PE) License.5+ Years Experience as a Professional GeologistHazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) CertificationValid Texas Drivers’ License with no history of accidents or alcohol/drug related traffic offenses and valid right to work documents.Complete defensive driving course and obtain certificate before driving company vehicles and repeat as necessary.
Benefits
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental, Health & Vision insurance Employer Paid Life, AD&D, & Disability insurance Paid Time Off 8 Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program Referral Program Professional development & growth opportunities Tuition Reimbursement Incentive Pay Eligibility
Relocation Fees will be considered.
HVJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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