Project Scientist Jobs

About You

Are you passionate about the environment and ready to join an inclusive workplace, committed to leading new ideas and pathways, and to delivering value? If the answer is, “Yes!” then we have an exciting career opportunity for you.

Who are we? We are Montrose, a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients’ decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements.

We have over 80 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia and are approaching 3000 employees – all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.

The Environmental Engineering and Consulting team delivers solutions for complex environmental challenges using our regulatory expertise and implementing practical and cost-effective compliance management processes and programs. We address our clients’ biggest concerns around permitting, ecoservices, assessment, and remediation.

Our highly trained and experienced engineers and scientists, environmental and remediation specialists, geologists, hydrogeologists, biologists, and environmental compliance specialists work with both public- and private-sector clients, delivering turnkey solutions.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

The Project Scientist will be a Remote position but based in the Florida Panhandle (Pensacola, FL area).

The Project Scientist position directs, coordinates, and exercises functional authority for planning, organizing, control, integration, and completion of geological projects within area of assigned responsibility – primarily PFAS investigations, Environmental Remediation, Site Assessment, RCRA/CERCLA Investigations, Site Restoration. The Project Scientist is experienced in managing environmental projects at the field operational level, and supervising field teams and subcontractors managing both the internal team performance and client expectations.

• Coordinate and implement large field efforts related to environmental investigation including Preliminary Assessments, Site Inspections, and Remedial Investigations.
• Coordinate and direct field staff performing sampling of groundwater, soil, and other environmental media
• Perform site visits, field observations, and field data collection related to RCRA, CERCLA, and state environmental cleanup programs.
• Keep up-to-date and current on industry trends by completing formal training, reviewing professional publications, and attend professional workshops
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Participate in the company’s continuous improvement programs and provide support to team efforts
• Interface with federal, municipal, and private sector clients pertaining to specific projects/tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Exercise safe work practices by following all Company safety rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programs
• Prepare reports, tables, maps, drawings, and visual aids to evaluate, plan and obtain regulatory approval on project recommendations.
• Lead and direct the planning of environmental investigations and provide analysis and interpretation of data to identify data gaps and recommend changes to the investigative approach.
• Supervise subcontractors and field personnel performing geophysical surveys, direct push/drilling investigations, and implementation of environmental remediation.

Your Expertise And Skills

To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology or related field.
• Experience with GIS is a plus.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions to present to supervisors.
• 7+ years’ experience performing environmental investigations and leading field efforts
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of computer aided software (Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, etc.).
• Work environment will vary greatly depending on nature of assigned tasks.
• Valid driver’s license, ability to travel and obtain security clearance at federal installations.
• This position can be physically demanding and will require work in various working environments/conditions which requires that an individual be physically capable of canvassing large project areas by foot on various terrain and potentially in inclement weather.
• Professional Registration or ability to obtain within one year is preferred
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite.
• The position may involve travel as needed.

What We Can Offer You

As a key member of our Montrose team, you can expect:

• 401k with a competitive 4% employer match
• A financial assistance program that supports peers in need, known as the Montrose Foundation
• Access to attractive student loan rates to optimize your student loan payoff plans
• Opportunities to engage and contribute in our Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups
• An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive and collaborate with talented colleagues
• Direct exposure to our industry’s leading experts who are solving the world’s toughest environmental challenges
• Competitive compensation package: annual salary ranging from $ 70,000 to $95,000, commensurate with accomplishments, performance, credentials and geography
• Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career
• Progressive vacation policies, company holidays and paid parental leave benefits to ensure work/life balance
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact 949-988-3500 or [email protected] for assistance.

MAKE THE MOVE TO ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER

We are going to be blunt – the way we work may not suit everyone. We are a fast-paced, dynamic and high-growth company. You are your own boss, but you will get tons of guidance and plenty of support from talented, super-smart colleagues and its service providers.

Want to know more about us? Visit montrose-env.com and have fun!

Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montrose is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Montrose is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities.