Environmental Scientist

APTIM is hiring an Environmental Scientist in Tampa, FL, to support retail petroleum construction projects. Responsibilities include office tasks like permitting and report writing, as well as field activities for environmental assessments. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Geology or Environmental Science, at least 3 years of experience, and knowledge of Florida environmental regulations. The role requires teamwork, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Job overview

APTIM is seeking a Environmental Scientist (hydrogeologist, geologist or environmental scientist) to assist the retail petroleum new-store construction team. The qualified candidate will be a hands-on professional scientist, handling a wide-range of tasks both in the field and in the office, for small to large scale construction projects.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:
• Initial responsibilities will be in the office, to include permitting, project preparation, and report writing responsibilities for construction projects across the state of Florida.
• Responsibilities will include:
• * Preparation of Best Management Practices and application submittals for dewatering permits, following through on permit approvals to completion.
• Performing Phase I/II environmental assessment field activities, including the use of complex instrumentation or equipment, and overseeing subcontractors.
• Report writing for Phase I/II environmental assessments, including interpretation and presentation of collected data in reports that include text, tables, and figures suitable for client and regulatory review.
• Assist Project Managers with running projects including handling project-related tasks, such as setting up Purchase Orders, scheduling subcontractors, scheduling field personal, tracking deadlines for client submittals, etc.
• Must be able to work as part of a team while at the same time taking ownership of your individual projects, managing time, effort, and duties within budgetary constraints and a timeline that shifts with client needs.
• Uses best practices and knowledge of internal/external business issues to improve products or services in own discipline.
• Applies knowledge and skills to a wide range of standard and nonstandard situations.

Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Geology / Environmental Science or related degree required
• 3 years experience at a minumum
• Working experience in the petroleum cleanup field
• Working knowledge of Florida regulations related to environmental investigations and permits.
• Must have good interpersonal skills, as you'll be interacting with clients and regulatory agencies on a regular basis.
• Must have strong written communication skills and an attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel required.
• Able to work outside in typical Florida conditions, during all seasons, for up to 12 hours at a time.
• Valid Driver's License.
• OSHA 40 Hr HAZWOPER

Who we are and what we do:

ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION

ABOUT APTIM
APTIM is committed to accelerating the transition toward a clean and efficient energy economy, building a sustainable future for our communities and natural world, and creating a more inclusive and equitable environment that celebrates the diversity of our communities. We specialize in environmental, resilience, and sustainability and energy solutions, as well as technical and data solutions, program management, and critical infrastructure. For every challenge our clients face, there is an opportunity for APTIM to innovate a fit-for-purpose solution that will raise your organization or community to a new standard of excellence.

What you can expect from APTIM:
• Work that is worthy of your time and talent
• Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home
• Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities
• A voice in making our company better
• Investment into your personal and professional development

BENEFITS
APTIM is committed to providing a benefits package that accomplishes the primary purpose of our programs, which is to protect and promote the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families.

APTIM's health care and insurance benefits include the following programs: medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, basic life insurance, optional life insurance, spouse life insurance, child life insurance, basic accidental death & dismemberment, optional accidental death and dismemberment, short- and long-term disability with optional buy-ups, employee assistance program, health care spending account, dependent care spending account, health savings account and business travel accident insurance for themselves and their eligible family members, per plan guidelines. Multiple voluntary benefits are available to employees for enrollment including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, etc.

APTIM also provides participation in a retirement program, paid absences such as vacation time (annual days determined by length of service) and sick leave to eligible employees in accordance with the APTIM sick pay policy and as required by law.

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