Environmental Scientist I

Brice Engineering is seeking an Environmental Scientist I in Portland, ME. The role involves conducting environmental investigations, preparing project documentation, and providing field support. Candidates should possess critical thinking skills, be able to manage deadlines, and work efficiently in high-pressure environments. The position emphasizes teamwork and adherence to regulatory guidelines, with no supervisory responsibilities. Brice Engineering values employee well-being and environmental protection.
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[]{#Hlk139994779}[]{#Hlk148336623}Environmental Scientist I
Portland, ME

Why choose us?

Our founding company was built more than 50 years ago and has a legacy
of welcoming new employees with our commitment to provide the best place
to work by inspiring financial security and premier health and wellness
programs for you and your family while enjoying an adventurous and
dynamic culture.

Our employees commitment to protecting the environment is intrinsic and
deeply rooted, both individually and collectively at Brice, giving you
purpose driven work that is impactful.

What does Brice Engineering do?

For Brice Engineering, its not just about answering the mail. Its about
your long-term success and ability to run your mission seamlessly with
minimal to no snags along the way. We are enthusiastic and have fun
doing what we do. We love the diversity and dynamic nature of
opportunities in this business. Everything from navigating the
logistical puzzle of an environmental site investigation on the remote
Aleutian Island chain, to designing and building a state-of-the art
facility gets us excited!

What can you expect?

As the Environmental Scientist, you will utilize your knowledge to
participate in collecting, synthesizing, and documenting data from
investigated areas and assisting in the preparation of project
documentation, in addition to providing field support as needed
including field site supervision. Your personal initiative and critical
thinking skills are essential to complete job duties with minimal
guidance. Assignments are deadline driven so must be able to set
priorities, take ownership of projects, work efficiently, and provide a
consistent level of high quality in a high-pressure environment.

How will you do it?

Conduct and oversee environmental investigations and assessments in
accordance with state and federal regulatory guidelines and as directed
by Project Management staff.

Prepare technical evaluations of investigated sites using RCRA
guidelines.

Adhere to schedule and financial objectives, controlling time and
expenditures to achieve project goals.

Work with environmental technicians and other technical staff in in
support of project objectives.

Provide scientific and technical guidance, support, coordination, and
oversight to project staff preparing written project documentation.

Review and document the processes necessary to obtain environmental
permits, licenses, and other requirements necessary to achieve
environmental restoration project objectives.

Review and provide documentation of technical standards, guidelines,
policies, and formal regulations to ensure proposals meet all
appropriate requirements.

Prepare charts or graphs from data samples, providing summary
information on the environmental relevance of the data.

Determine data collection methods to be employed in site surveys and
investigations.

Conduct site visits, audits, or inspection to ensure operations are
compliant.

Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

[]{#_Hlk147831149}Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of laws, legal codes, government regulations, executive
orders, and agency rules governing environmental projects and programs.

Knowledge of the practical application of science and technology.

Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to
develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Ability to use scientific rules and methods to solve problems and logic
and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative
solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Ability to wor in a team environment.

Ability to take personal initiative, and to perform duties with minimal
guidance and supervision.

Ability to think critically.

Ability to read and interpret scientific and technical documents.

Ability to write technical reports and correspondence.

Ability to provide a consistent level of high quality in a high-pressure
environment.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers,
common fractions, and decimals.

Ability to operate a motor vehicle in a safe and efficient manner.

Who is Brice Engineering looking for?

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Science or other related
discipline required.

Minimum of 2 years of experience conducting environmental investigations
with the demonstrated ability to plan and conduct environmental
assessments of sites whe