Environmental Scientist

Resource Options is seeking an experienced Environmental Scientist for a role based in Lincoln, RI. Responsibilities include conducting environmental assessments, overseeing projects, and providing technical guidance. Candidates should have a BS in a related field and 2-4 years of experience. The position requires fieldwork, teamwork, and strong communication skills. The pay range is $25/hr - $35/hr, and the company values professionalism and team collaboration.
At Resource Options (ROI), we understand the biggest asset of any company is its’ people. We are looking for people like us who take pride in their work, are good team-players, are professional and know how to put in an honest days’ work. If you share these values, we would enjoy meeting you. Come join our team!

Seeking an experienced Environmental Scientist to join our team. This role will be conducting assessments and response actions under the MCP. Candidates must be self-motivated, possess excellent written and communication skills, and have the ability to interact with clients, and local and state agencies.

Responsibilities:

Provide oversight for environmental projects and site inspections for a large multi-year redevelopment project
Undertake and lead assignments involving research, data collection, field studies, estimating, GIS, calculations and project file management that support LSPs on MCP projects
Carefully document hypotheses, approach, and reasoning for easy review and use by others
Records research, data reduction, drilling oversight, media sampling & analysis into technical report preparation
Apply technical principals to project work following procedures & standards required by clients
Perform self QA/QC and make corrections prior to internal peer reviews
Work with senior staff and mentors on assignments of varying scope and complexity
Join regular team meetings and one-on-ones to maintain open lines of communication
Provides technical guidance and training to more junior staff. May supervise the work of junior engineers and scientists on project work
Attend conferences and seminars for continuing education and training

Requirements:

BS in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering or a related field
2-4 years experience implementing environmental assessment and response actions
Must be able to collect field data and measurements including but not limited to roadway, sidewalk, and utility assets; and perform asset inspections
Must be able to harmoniously and effectively work in a team environment
Must be able to lift/move objects weighing up to 40 pounds
Must be able to perform field work in both hot and cold weather (rain and/or snow)
Must be able to stand or sit for long periods of time
Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Pay Range: $25/hr. - $35/hr.

Now in our 27th year of operation, ROI partners with professionals in the Design, Construction and Environmental industries to help them identify great opportunities within their area of expertise. With offices throughout New England, New York and New Jersey, ROI seeks candidates interested in rewarding opportunities with companies serving the natural and built environments. Representative positions include carpenters, electricians, laborers, pipefitters, plumbers, OSHA 40 technicians, CDL drivers, lab pack chemists, HEO’s, w/ww operators, analytical chemists, environmental scientists, EH&S professionals, land surveyors, M/E/P, civil, structural and geotechnical engineers, architects and interior designers, project managers, estimators, superintendents, OPM representatives and more.

ROI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

ROI intends to provide a safe and drug-free work environment for our employees and our clients; as such you may be required to take a pre-employment drug screen before beginning employment.