Environmental Project Scientist

Covington Civil and Environmental, LLC is seeking an Environmental Project Scientist in Biloxi, MS. The role involves conducting environmental assessments, project management, stakeholder coordination, and technical writing. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in environmental science or a related field with at least 1 year of experience. Key skills include proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ESRI software. Benefits include health insurance, dental coverage, and a 401k plan.
Covington Civil and Environmental, LLC currently has an opportunity for an Environmental Scientist/Environmental Planner. This position will provide technical capacity and expertise, as well as project management support. Applicants should have a bachelor's degree in environmental science or a related field, and 1+ years of experience.
Duties and Responsibilities are as follows:
Conducts Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments
Includes field work for site visits, and soil and groundwater sampling
Ability to read and interpret analytical laboratory sample results
Prepare and conduct technical writing of environmental planning, NEPA analysis, and other technical documents
Coordination with stakeholders and regulatory authorities
Assists with oversight and management of federally funded projects
Coordinates with state and federal agencies, contractors, project partners
Contributes on development of Monitoring and Adaptive Management Plans, Project Implementation Plans
Drafts contractor scope-of-work documents for habitat monitoring
Assists with monthly and annual reporting
Permitting, including state and federal (USACE), and wetlands permitting requirements
Drafts and submits permit applications for construction projects
Conducts wetlands delineations, including field work and report preparation
Assists with annual groundwater sampling and facility SWPPP inspections
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for data analysis and map generation related to planning studies
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel with the ability to utilize Excel functions to increase efficiency.
ESRI software experience.
Self-motivated, organized, detail oriented, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and objective.
Flexible, able to immediately adapt to changing priorities.
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field preferred.

Benefits Include :
~ Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
401k with Company Match
Paid Time Off

Covington Civil and Environmental, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.