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ABOUT THE POSITION

Senior Environmental Scientist – Site Investigation & Remediation | Wethersfield, CT

 

VHB's Wethersfield, CT office has a need for an experienced Senior Environmental Scientist to join our growing Site Investigation & Remediation practice!

 

Responsibilities

Manages, plans, develops, organizes, and implements environmental investigation and remediation projectsExplores subject area, defines scope, selects areas for investigation, and develops novel conceptsDetermines client requirements and develops plans, specifications, drawings, instructions, cost estimates, reports, final bid packages, and related documentsLeads research teams to solve complex problemsInvestigates any quality problems that lead to project changes and modifies project plans as neededEnsures each project complies with federal, state, and local environmental regulationsEstablishes and monitors budgets to assess profitabilityRepresents VHB at meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders Responsible for client relationships, visibility, and business developmentProvides direction and guidance to technical team members and reviews their work for technical accuracyMentors and may supervise junior team members

Skills and Attributes

Strong understanding of State regulatory requirements, including CTDEEP Remediation Standard Regulations Ability to make quick decisions regarding regulatory applicability and respond to clients in an efficient mannerExcellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skillsWillingness to mentor junior staff and work in a team-based atmosphereMotivated and able to problem-solve Strong knowledge of site assessment/characterization, data analysis, and remediation techniques Experience working on contaminated sites throughout Connecticut including interaction with local, State, and Federal regulators (CTDEEP, CTDPH, and EPA)Familiarity working in urban environments, managing soil and groundwater on construction sites, and performing ASTM Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments Familiarity with state regulatory programs (Property Transfer, Voluntary Remediation, and Brownfields).Experience developing and implementing Remedial Action Plans, EPA Quality Assurance Project Plans, and PCB Cleanup PlansRCRA, TSCA, PCB, and Brownfield experience a plus

Qualifications

B.S. in Environmental Science, Natural Resources, or related field5-8 years of environmental consulting experience (remediation focus) requiredMaster’s Degree preferred OSHA 40 hr. HAZWOPER certification and annual refresher certifications requiredLicensed Environmental Professional or on track to obtain preferred

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 employee experience, which includes: 

Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovationOpportunity to work on complex, transformational projectsCommunity and social responsibility as sustainable stewards Focus on learning, development, and career growthBest-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 Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion—supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. All individuals receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications without discrimination for race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.

 

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