Professional Environmental Scientist II

Job Description

Job Description

Forge ahead with WSB. WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results and we’ve dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships, collaboration and forward-thinking ideas.

We’ve inspired each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow.

We invite you to forge ahead with us.

What You Will Do : As an Environmental Scientist Professional

• Proficient at technical writing including the preparation of Phase I / II ESAs, Limited Site Investigations, Response Action Plans, Remedial Investigations, etc.
• High percentage of work will consist of due diligence environmental review (Phase I and Phase II ESAs) and environmental investigation / remediation for public and private entities.
• Provide field oversight of environmental investigation and remediation (EIR) projects that may account for 20% to 50% of your time conducting field work; dependent on season
• Supporting the preparation of other technical reports and the development of proposals and budgets.
• Most projects are in Minnesota. Some overnight travel possible.
• Work will include large scale monitoring projects, private well sampling, and brownfield redevelopments.
• Familiar with petroleum, non-petroleum, and PFAS investigations as well as remedial actions for Superfund sites, vapor intrusion mitigation, and petroleum cleanup work following MPCA guidance.
• Supporting MPCA / MDA Voluntary Investigation and Cleanup projects.
• Provide construction oversight during Response Action Plan implementation.
• Collect, tabulate, and evaluate environmental data.
• Coordinate with a team. Assist in identifying strategic pursuits for future business development.
• Supporting grant funding applications for brownfield investigation and cleanup.

What You Will Bring : The successful candidate will bring

A bachelor’s degree in environmental science, geology, engineering, chemistry, biology, natural resources, soil science or comparable field from an accredited school.

A master’s degree in a related field is a plus.

• 3 to 8+ years of experience in environmental investigation, remediation, brownfields redevelopment and technical writing.
• 40 Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification.
• Experience with MPCA, MDA, MDH and / or MnDOT EIR type work is a benefit. Experience outside of Minnesota is a plus.
• Experience with performing large-scale corridor Phase I and Phase II ESAs for transportation and roadway improvements projects.
• Experience with EIR field testing / screening equipment typical of construction oversight and groundwater monitoring projects (e.

g., PID, YSI, peristaltic pump, sub-slab vapor pin installation).

• Experience with GIS, gINT, and EDGE / EQuIS software is a plus.
• Asbestos and Lead Inspection credentials for MN or other states a plus.
• Safety orientated, organized, with a growth and collaborative mindset.
• Candidates must have a valid driver's license and a safe driving record.
• Our top candidates must possess strong technical writing and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, ability to work alone or in group settings, and a demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service.

Who We Are : WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in engineering, community planning, environmental, and construction services.

We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 30 complementary areas across the nation.

WSB does not accept resumes from third parties. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.