Environmental Scientist

Planet Forward is hiring a Staff Environmental Scientist/Geologist in Greenfield, IN. The role involves 80% fieldwork and focuses on environmental due diligence, soil and groundwater investigations, and remediation for various clients. Responsibilities include conducting site assessments, preparing Phase I and II reports, overseeing subsurface investigations, and analyzing data. Candidates should have a relevant degree, 1-5 years of experience, strong communication skills, and knowledge of software like AutoCAD is preferred. OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification is a plus.
Our client is seeking a motivated, well rounded Staff Environmental Scientist/Geologist. This position will consist of office and fieldwork (80/20). The Successful candidate will work on challenging and diverse tasks for projects related to environmental due diligence, soil and groundwater contaminant investigation and remediation for a variety of clients, from small local businesses up to fortune 100/500 companies across the country.

Responsibilities:
• Primary responsibilities will be to the Due Diligence Program (Phase I & Phase II ESAs)
• Conduct site assessments, research, and data analysis to assess potential environmental risks
• Prepare Phase I and Phase II environmental site assessment reports for Project Management review
• Oversee subsurface investigation activities including soil logging, monitoring well installations, well development, Phase I/II environmental assessments
• Evaluate and interpret field data and communicate with Project Managers
• Assist with generating site maps, extent maps, potentiometric maps, and subsurface cross sections
• Evaluate laboratory and field data for technical document preparation (ex.: Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments, Quarterly Monitoring, Site Investigation, UST Closure, Remediation etc.)

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Civil Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Science or related degree.
• 1 to 5 years of related professional experience.
• Knowledge of commonly used computer software (Word, Excel, and Outlook) expected.
• Excellent writing and communication skills, and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Prior experience working on Phase I & Phase II ESAs
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and soil logging programs preferred but not mandatory.
• Valid driver’s license.

Other Responsibilities:
• Conduct site assessments, research, and data analysis to assess potential environmental risks
• Prepare Phase I and Phase II environmental site assessment reports for Project Management review
• Evaluate and interpret field data and communicate with Project Managers
• Assist with generating site maps, extent maps, potentiometric maps, and subsurface cross sections
• Evaluate laboratory and field data for technical document preparation (ex.: Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments, Quarterly Monitoring, Site Investigation, UST Closure, Remediation etc.)

Certifications:
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification is preferred.