Staff Environmental Scientist - Environmental Compliance (Los Angeles)

Burns & McDonnell is hiring a Staff Environmental Scientist in Los Angeles to support environmental compliance projects. Responsibilities include leading technical activities, supervising field staff, managing hazardous waste compliance, conducting site inspections, and preparing technical reports. Candidates should have a degree in Environmental Science or related fields and four years of experience. The role requires fieldwork and interaction with clients and regulatory agencies.
Description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a motivated and self-starting Staff Environmental Scientist to join our Environmental Services global practice. We are looking for an individual to support a wide variety of environmental compliance projects, working with a team of dedicated professionals to deliver exceptional service to our clients. This position offers an excellent opportunity to practice in a variety of technical areas and grow your career in the environmental consulting industry.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and support technical activities related to environmental compliance, including report writing and field investigations.

Supervise, train, and mentor field staff on environmental field activities and best practices.

Perform Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) of field staff work, including conducting weekly site visits.

Manage and report on hazardous waste and materials compliance under various regulatory programs, including CUPA, SPCC, HMBP, CERS, and TRI reporting.

Conduct routine inspections of active construction sites to ensure compliance with environmental plans and stormwater permits.

Coordinate with clients and regulatory agencies to obtain and maintain all necessary environmental permits.

Provide training to construction crews on stormwater Best Management Practices (BMPs).

Perform environmental field activities, including collecting soil and groundwater samples, logging soil borings, overseeing construction materials testing, installing and developing monitoring wells, and conducting hydrogeologic investigations.

Analyze environmental data, summarize results, and prepare high-quality technical reports.

Ensure and document compliance with regulations established by the local air districts, LACSD, CARB, RWQCB, DTSC, CERCLA, CUPA, DOT, EPA, and other applicable California and federal agencies.

Assist with project management duties, including the execution of project scope, budget, schedule, and client expectations.

Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings.

Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science, Geology, Hydrogeology, or a related degree from an ABET-accredited program.

Four years of professional experience in technical activities related to environmental assessment or compliance.

Demonstrated aptitude for performing environmental field activities, analyzing data, and summarizing results.

Strong technical report writing skills.

Excellent problem-solving abilities, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively within a team framework.

Ability to travel and work in the field as required.

Preferred Qualifications

OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification with current annual updates.

Direct experience with industrial and construction stormwater compliance, CUPAs, USTs, ASTs, Hazardous Materials Business Plans (HMBPs), and air quality permitting.

Previous environmental consulting experience.

Compensation

$95,000.00-145,000.00 Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Environmental

Primary Location US-CA-Los Angeles

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 260654

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-JJ #ENS