ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

Overview :

Bergmann, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design is currently looking for an Environmental Scientist to join our Albany, NY team.

In this position, the Environmental Scientist will conduct site assessments, investigations, surveys and prepare environmental documentation.

Bergmanns environmental monitoring and remediation experts investigate, characterize and design remedial measures for environmental concerns that create risks for human health and the environment.

Our solutions are designed to meet the regulatory clean-up standards appropriate for new construction and site redevelopment.

Our Environmental Monitoring & Remediation Solutions include :

Brownfields assessment and cleanup

Groundwater and soil monitoring and sampling

Hydrogeological investigations

Stray gas response

Remediation & restoration services

Subsurface vapor intrusion & mitigation

Asbestos, lead and mold design, sampling & monitoring

Hydrostatic test water sampling, monitoring & reporting

Responsibilities :

The Environmental Scientist typical duties include :

Make decisions independently regarding environmental complexities and methods

Analyze data, reports, maps, drawings, tests, etc. in order to plan, design and implement a project

Complete initial preparation of reports, specifications, plans, schedules and designs for projects

Assist in the assembly of pricing, estimating, scoping and marketing strategies for pro-posed projects

Follow standards of practice such as ASTM, OSHA, NYSICR-56, NYSDEC and USEPA Regu-lations

Adhere to company and client QA / QC standards

Provide quality control to draft documents and drawings

Work with project designers to determine the environmental impact of project

Coordinate and collaborate with other design and technical professionals who are part of the project team

Perform field inspections, research, measurements, well monitoring, operations & mainte-nance of remedial equipment and sample collection

Coordinate submission of lab samples

Complete client specific safety training as required

Attend client meetings as required

Provide Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessments and investigations

Conduct asbestos inspections and quantifications

Conduct EPA and state regulated mold inspections and quantifications

May serve as on-site project representative

Establish & maintain positive relationships with co-workers, support and build others on the team and across disciplines / offices

Be responsive to others and share information to improve efficiency and help others achieve goals; listen and engage in productive and critical debate

Suggest new ideas and processes; stay informed of developments in practice areas; view obstacles as opportunities

Qualifications :

Bachelors degree in Environmental Engineering or Science or related field from an accredited university

At least 2 years of experience in Environmental Engineering or applicable technical field

Experience with asbestos & contamination preferred

40 Hour HAZWOPER Certification preferred

8-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER Supervisor Certification helpful

OSHA 10-Hour Safety & Health Standards for Construction preferred

NYSDOL ACM Inspector Certification helpful

Willingness to undertake training as necessary to fill environmental needs

Technical writing skills preferred

Travel 50% primarily within state

What We Offer :

At Bergmann, an affiliate Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. Thats why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

• This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes : company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage;
• paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k) / Roth;

paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education;

a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Womens Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!