Nova Group, GBC
Staff Scientist - Environmental
Join Nova Group, GBC as a Staff Scientist – Environmental. This entry‑level position supports environmental due diligence, site investigation, and remediation projects by performing technical, regulatory, and financial tasks appropriate to the experience level.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Perform Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) in accordance with ASTM Phase I standards and local, state, and federal regulations.
Coordinate field events through communications with other team members, laboratories, contractors, and equipment providers.
Implement field events developed by the project team with overall responsibility for safety, communications with third parties, contractor management, final sample location selection, sample handling and management, comprehensive field notes, waste management, overall quality assurance and upload of field notes, photographs, sample documentation to the project folder.
Drilling oversight to implement soil sampling programs and/or monitoring well installation. Site responsibilities include final drilling location selection, detailed lithological logging, sample interval selection, sample collection and handling, and final well construction specifications.
Conduct groundwater sampling events meeting the investigation work plan. Site responsibilities include accurate field measurements, sample intake depth selection, sample collection and handling, waste management, complete groundwater sample data sheets, and overall quality assurance. Competent in instrument operation supporting the Company laboratory certification for field parameters.
Conduct vapor sampling events meeting the investigation work plan. Site responsibilities include accurate field measurements, final sample location, sample collection and handling, complete vapor sample data sheets, comprehensive field notes, and overall quality assurance.
Manage field measurements and readings, and laboratory data to summarize field and laboratory data in appropriate forms, tables, and drawings. Prepare and submit NJDEP EDD files.
Perform well searches, receptor evaluations, public notification, and biennial certification tasks in accordance with Company SOPs and regulations.
Complete regulatory forms to accompany report submittals to NJDEP.
Manage technical, communication, and management files associated with the project to ensure efficient preparation of deliverables.
Financial Responsibilities
Daily completion of time sheet.
Daily completion of expense reports.
Entering field equipment and materials used during field events into Company financial software.
Effectively communicate discrepancies between planned costs or expenses and actual.
Operational Responsibilities
Follow administrative SOPs.
Manage project files.
Support the Company Health & Safety Program.
Actively participate in technical and regulatory training sessions.
Attendance Must be punctual and timely in meeting all performance requirements, including attendance standards, work deadlines, and scheduled breaks.
Qualifications To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Intellectual
Analytical – Collect representative samples of soil, groundwater, and air, and manage and present data in tables and figures.
Design – Demonstrate attention to detail during sampling programs and through accuracy of data in tables and figures.
Problem Solving – Identify and resolve problems promptly, working well as a member of a project team.
Project Management – Communicate changes and progress, complete projects on time and within budget.
Technical Skills – Continuously build knowledge and skills through scheduled training and external courses.
Interpersonal
Customer Service – Respond promptly to customer needs and requests, meeting commitments set by senior team members.
External Working Relationships – Develop and maintain courteous and effective relationships with clients, vendors, and external representatives.
Organization Cost Consciousness – Work within approved budgets and implement cost‑saving measures.
Safety and Security All employees are responsible for compliance with the Company Health and Safety Program, observe safety and security procedures in the office, and report unsafe conditions to management.
Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education And/or Experience Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) in Environmental Science, Geology, or related discipline from a four‑year college or university. Zero to two years of related experience and/or training.
Language Skills
Read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
Respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or the business community.
Write speeches and articles conforming to prescribed style and format.
Effectively present information to top management, public groups, and boards of directors.
Computer Skills Basic knowledge of:
Accounting Software (Ajera)
Specialty Software (e.g., GIS)
Presentation software (PowerPoint)
Database Software (Access)
Intermediate Or Advanced Knowledge Of
Spreadsheet Software (Excel)
Inventory Software (Equipment Management in SharePoint)
Order Processing Systems (SharePoint Work Orders)
Word Processing Software (Word)
Electronic Mail Software (Outlook)
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations (preferred but not required)
OSHA 40hr Certification
OSHA 8‑hr Refresher Course
OSHA respirator fitness test
Other Skills, Abilities, And Qualifications Environmental sampling experience.
Physical Demands Requires standing, sitting, walking, handling, reaching, stooping, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 lb. A valid driver's license is required.
Apply Now.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
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Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Perform Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) in accordance with ASTM Phase I standards and local, state, and federal regulations.
Coordinate field events through communications with other team members, laboratories, contractors, and equipment providers.
Implement field events developed by the project team with overall responsibility for safety, communications with third parties, contractor management, final sample location selection, sample handling and management, comprehensive field notes, waste management, overall quality assurance and upload of field notes, photographs, sample documentation to the project folder.
Drilling oversight to implement soil sampling programs and/or monitoring well installation. Site responsibilities include final drilling location selection, detailed lithological logging, sample interval selection, sample collection and handling, and final well construction specifications.
Conduct groundwater sampling events meeting the investigation work plan. Site responsibilities include accurate field measurements, sample intake depth selection, sample collection and handling, waste management, complete groundwater sample data sheets, and overall quality assurance. Competent in instrument operation supporting the Company laboratory certification for field parameters.
Conduct vapor sampling events meeting the investigation work plan. Site responsibilities include accurate field measurements, final sample location, sample collection and handling, complete vapor sample data sheets, comprehensive field notes, and overall quality assurance.
Manage field measurements and readings, and laboratory data to summarize field and laboratory data in appropriate forms, tables, and drawings. Prepare and submit NJDEP EDD files.
Perform well searches, receptor evaluations, public notification, and biennial certification tasks in accordance with Company SOPs and regulations.
Complete regulatory forms to accompany report submittals to NJDEP.
Manage technical, communication, and management files associated with the project to ensure efficient preparation of deliverables.
Financial Responsibilities
Daily completion of time sheet.
Daily completion of expense reports.
Entering field equipment and materials used during field events into Company financial software.
Effectively communicate discrepancies between planned costs or expenses and actual.
Operational Responsibilities
Follow administrative SOPs.
Manage project files.
Support the Company Health & Safety Program.
Actively participate in technical and regulatory training sessions.
Attendance Must be punctual and timely in meeting all performance requirements, including attendance standards, work deadlines, and scheduled breaks.
Qualifications To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Intellectual
Analytical – Collect representative samples of soil, groundwater, and air, and manage and present data in tables and figures.
Design – Demonstrate attention to detail during sampling programs and through accuracy of data in tables and figures.
Problem Solving – Identify and resolve problems promptly, working well as a member of a project team.
Project Management – Communicate changes and progress, complete projects on time and within budget.
Technical Skills – Continuously build knowledge and skills through scheduled training and external courses.
Interpersonal
Customer Service – Respond promptly to customer needs and requests, meeting commitments set by senior team members.
External Working Relationships – Develop and maintain courteous and effective relationships with clients, vendors, and external representatives.
Organization Cost Consciousness – Work within approved budgets and implement cost‑saving measures.
Safety and Security All employees are responsible for compliance with the Company Health and Safety Program, observe safety and security procedures in the office, and report unsafe conditions to management.
Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education And/or Experience Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) in Environmental Science, Geology, or related discipline from a four‑year college or university. Zero to two years of related experience and/or training.
Language Skills
Read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
Respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or the business community.
Write speeches and articles conforming to prescribed style and format.
Effectively present information to top management, public groups, and boards of directors.
Computer Skills Basic knowledge of:
Accounting Software (Ajera)
Specialty Software (e.g., GIS)
Presentation software (PowerPoint)
Database Software (Access)
Intermediate Or Advanced Knowledge Of
Spreadsheet Software (Excel)
Inventory Software (Equipment Management in SharePoint)
Order Processing Systems (SharePoint Work Orders)
Word Processing Software (Word)
Electronic Mail Software (Outlook)
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations (preferred but not required)
OSHA 40hr Certification
OSHA 8‑hr Refresher Course
OSHA respirator fitness test
Other Skills, Abilities, And Qualifications Environmental sampling experience.
Physical Demands Requires standing, sitting, walking, handling, reaching, stooping, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 lb. A valid driver's license is required.
Apply Now.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Nova Group, GBC by 2x.
#J-18808-Ljbffr