Job Description
Job Description
KLJ is seeking a motivated Environmental Specialist to help support environmental investigation and remediation projects for both public and private entities. In this role, you will conduct a variety of field and office related tasks under the direction of senior environmental staff members.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) for due diligence purposes
- Support large scale construction monitoring / site cleanup projects for regulatory compliance
- Perform asbestos and regulated waste surveys for bridges and residential, commercial, or industrial properties
- Collect soil, groundwater, soil vapor, and other media during environmental investigation and cleanup activities
- Evaluate and interpret field results and analytical data
- Provide environmental oversight and documentation of proper waste / media management and disposal activities
- Complete Limited Site Investigations and Remedial Investigations for potential petroleum releases
- Prepare technical reports and other deliverables
- Utilize effective written and oral communication to interact with clients, contractors, and team members on a regular basis
- Contribute to meetings with project stakeholders or clients
- Understand federal, state, and local environmental regulatory policies and monitor changes to environmental laws, regulations and guidelines
- Understand and follow scope of services, project schedules and budgets
- Conduct and lead field investigations and remediation projects
- Accurately document environmental activities and incorporate pertinent information into draft reports, permits, and other deliverables
Qualifications
Four-year degree in geology, engineering or an environmental-related fieldTwo to six years of relevant post education professional experience that includes investigation and remediation work with a minimum of one year conducting construction monitoring, site remediation cleanup implementation activitiesFamiliar with field and sample collection methods and proceduresPrevious experience in soil, groundwater, soil vapor, and asbestos samplingMust have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate motorized vehiclesMust have strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to multitask and work well in a team environment.Interest in environmental investigation and remediation and a willingness to learnProficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint)Must ensure compliance with KLJ safety and quality standardsWillingness to travel on occasions and work flexible hours as neededAdditional Preferences :
Previous experience using GPS units and ArcGIS softwarePrevious experience preparing investigation and remediation proposals and technical reportsKnowledge and experience with Minnesota environmental regulations including MPCA, MDH, and MnDOT guidance documents40-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certificationMinnesota Asbestos Inspector certificationMinnesota Asbestos Supervisor certification