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Entry Level Environmental Scientist

VHB, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298

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Overview VHB’s Site Investigation & Remediation team is seeking an Entry Level Environmental Scientist, Geologist, or Environmental Engineer to join our Watertown, Massachusetts office. At VHB we are passionate about making meaningful contributions to the world through the work that we do. If you’re interested in making a positive impact, opportunities to grow personally and professionally, and making smart new friends – we’d love to have you join us.

Responsibilities

Collect Field Data and Manage/Interpret Data (soil, sediment, groundwater, surface water, indoor air, soil gas)

Conduct Site Investigations including ASTM Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments while Leveraging Technology to Support Data Management and Visualization

Conduct and Document Research at State and Municipal Agencies

Conduct Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Inspections and prepare SPCC Plans

Provide Field Support including Construction Observations and Documentation of Remediation Projects

Write Technical Reports, Correspondence, Notes and Memoranda

Skills & Abilities

Ability to work in office and field settings (this position requires traveling within Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and nearby states to collect data)

Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Motivated with abilities to problem solve and work independently

Documents work in a detailed manner and keeps data and other information organized

Working knowledge of MassDEP Massachusetts Contingency Plan regulations and guidance, and NHDES Regulations, prior experience with SPCC and SWPPP inspections a plus

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word, experience with ESRI ArcGIS Pro and EQuIS or other laboratory data management software a plus

Minimum Qualifications

BS in Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science/Geoscience, or Environmental Engineering

0-1 year of professional environmental/remediation consulting experience required

OSHA 40 hr. HAZWOPER certification and annual refresher certifications required after 30 days of employment

Our best estimate of the salary range for this position is $64,000-73,000. The final compensation will be based on a variety of factors including internal comparators, skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities and geographic location.

We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.

Benefits

Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation

Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects

Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards

Focus on learning, development, and career growth

Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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