Senior Project Scientist - Environmental Due Diligence

BL Companies Inc is hiring a Senior Project Scientist for Environmental Due Diligence in Meriden, CT. The role requires 8+ years of experience in managing Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments, overseeing project teams, and technical writing. Responsibilities include client interaction, conducting fieldwork, and ensuring health and safety protocols. The position offers career development opportunities and is suitable for hybrid work environments.
Senior Project Scientist - Environmental Due Diligence




We are seeking an experienced Environmental Site Assessment Project Manager with 8+ years of experience to join our Environmental Services group. This role focuses on managing and coordinating Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) for both individual and portfolio commercial properties.







This position includes oversight of project teams, technical writing and review, client interaction, and mentorship of junior staff. As part of our growing firm, you’ll have opportunities for career development and leadership.







Key Responsibilities:






Manage and technically review Phase I & II ESAs





Coordinate project teams and resources





Write and review technical reports





Prepare budgets, proposals, and client deliverables





Conduct field work (sampling, oversight, etc.) for environmental remediation projects





Oversee health and safety protocols on field projects








Qualifications:






Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or a related field





8+ years of experience in environmental due diligence





Familiarity with federal, state, and local environmental regulations





Excellent written and verbal communication skills





Experience with field sampling (soil, groundwater, air, vapor)





Ability to carry up to 40 lbs of field equipment and work in varying site conditions





Willingness to travel to field sites as needed





Preferred but not required:






Experience with ASTM Property Condition Assessments (2018-15)





OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification





Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or GIS









BL Companies is 100% employee owned, giving us a competitive edge and a unique distinction from most other companies. We offer a competitive benefit package which includes 6 paid holidays plus the week from Christmas to New Years paid, generous PTO, Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, 401k matching, and our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. We are an ENR Top 500 firm that provides engineering, architecture, land surveying, and environmental consulting services to the public and private sectors. BL has 18 offices and is expanding.







Our employee owners are capable of being successful working in hybrid environments, and we are now offering opportunities to continue in this setting.