Environmental Scientist

Job Description

At APTIM , we come to work each day knowing that we are making an impact on the world. Our work spans from safeguarding and maintaining critical infrastructure to helping communities recover from natural disasters, from empowering our armed forces and first responders to reducing carbon and energy use, and from making cities more resilient against the threats of climate change to restoring contaminated ecological systems.

Job overview

APTIM is seeking a Environmental Scientist (hydrogeologist, geologist or environmental scientist) to assist the retail petroleum new-store construction team. The qualified candidate will be a hands-on professional scientist, handling a wide-range of tasks both in the field and in the office, for small to large scale construction projects.

What you can expect from APTIM:

• Work that is worthy of your time and talent
• Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home
• Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities
• A voice in making our company better
• Investment into your personal and professional development

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

• Initial responsibilities will be in the office, to include permitting, project preparation, and report writing responsibilities for construction projects across the state of Florida.
• Responsibilities will include:
• Preparation of Best Management Practices and application submittals for dewatering permits, following through on permit approvals to completion.
• Performing Phase I/II environmental assessment field activities, including the use of complex instrumentation or equipment, and overseeing subcontractors.
• Report writing for Phase I/II environmental assessments, including interpretation and presentation of collected data in reports that include text, tables, and figures suitable for client and regulatory review.
• Assist Project Managers with running projects including handling project-related tasks, such as setting up Purchase Orders, scheduling subcontractors, scheduling field personal, tracking deadlines for client submittals, etc.
• Must be able to work as part of a team while at the same time taking ownership of your individual projects, managing time, effort, and duties within budgetary constraints and a timeline that shifts with client needs.
• Uses best practices and knowledge of internal/external business issues to improve products or services in own discipline.
• Applies knowledge and skills to a wide range of standard and nonstandard situations.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Geology / Environmental Science or related degree required
• 3 years experience at a minumum
• Working experience in the petroleum cleanup field
• Working knowledge of Florida regulations related to environmental investigations and permits.
• Must have good interpersonal skills, as you'll be interacting with clients and regulatory agencies on a regular basis.
• Must have strong written communication skills and an attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel required.
• Able to work outside in typical Florida conditions, during all seasons, for up to 12 hours at a time.
• Valid Driver's License.
• OSHA 40 Hr HAZWOPER

Who we are and what we do:

APTIM is a global industry leader headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. With more than 4,000 employees worldwide, APTIM specializes in critical infrastructure, technical and data solutions, program management, environmental services, resilience, as well as sustainability and energy solutions. Our dedicated people have the proven experience and expertise to provide integrated services and solutions to government agencies, commercial, industrial, and energy customers. APTIM is committed to accelerating the transition toward a clean and efficient energy economy, building a sustainable future for our communities and the natural world, and creating an inclusive equitable environment that celebrates the diversity of our people.

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