Environmental Scientist

Job Description

Job Ttitle: Environmental Scientist

Company: Vanasse Hangen Brustlin


Description: OverviewABOUT THE POSITIONVHB is seeking an experienced Environmental Scientist to join our growing Site Investigation & Remediation practice. The position will be based in our Winooski, VT office. This hire will develop and manage effective site investigation and remediation field programs, have excellent communication skills, be comfortable working in the office and field and enjoy mentoring junior team members.At VHB we are passionate about making meaningful contributions to the world through the work that we do. If you’re interested in making a positive impact, opportunities to grow personally and professionally, and making smart new friends – we’d love to have you join us.Responsibilities

• Develop and manage effective site investigation and remediation field programs
• Provide hands-on support during field exploration and testing
• Interpret and effectively communicate investigation findings
• Leverage technology to support data management and visualization
• Manage and perform Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments
• Design remediation systems and develop corrective action plans
• Write technical reports, correspondence, notes, and memoranda
• Mentors and may supervise junior team members
• Organizes work schedules and delegates tasks
• Conducts quality assurance reviews of project deliverables
• Attends meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders in support of project

Skills and Attributes

• Work in field and office settings
• Effectively communicate complex topics with colleagues and clients
• Recognize and manage business risk
• Problem solve and work independently
• Familiarity with contaminant transport preferred for site investigation & remediation practice
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal environmental regulations, including EPA (TSCA), VT Department of Health, and DEC (IRule)
• Team-oriented with ability to perform multiple tasks independently in a timely manner and collaborate effectively and positively with coworkers
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and detail oriented
• The ability to lead a small team and complete multiple projects simultaneously
• Fundamental knowledge of building construction, materials, and environmental processes

Qualifications

• B.S./B.A. in a Natural Science related field, Master’s Degree preferred
• 3-5 years of environmental consulting experience required
• OSHA 40 hr. HAZWOPER certification and annual refresher certifications required
• VT brownfield site investigation and remediation experience preferred
• Working experience with hazardous building materials, building systems, and HVAC preferred
• Valid driver’s license

We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating , which includes:

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us!VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.#LI-DF1

Salary:

Location: Winooski, VT

Date: Sat, 12 Apr 2025 07:51:17 GMT


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