Environmental Scientist

Actalent is hiring an Environmental Scientist in Mt Holly, NJ. The role involves managing environmental projects, leading field activities, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Key responsibilities include budget management, client interaction, and overseeing environmental sampling. Candidates should have a degree in a related field and relevant experience. This is a contract-to-hire position with benefits including health plans and a 401(k). The position is hybrid, not fully remote.
Job Title: Environmental Scientist
Job DescriptionManage environmental projects from proposal development through final reporting. Lead and oversee investigation and remediation field activities, ensuring adherence to environmental standards and project requirements.

Responsibilities

Manage strategic project oversight, including budgetary management and client interaction.Lead and mentor a team of project managers and environmental scientists.Perform and oversee field sampling, including soil, groundwater, air, and sediment as needed.Prepare and author site work plans, investigation reports, remedial action plans, proposals, and change orders.Ensure compliance with NJDEP and OSHA regulations and client health and safety requirements.Provide project management for medium to large sites, including budget tracking and schedule adherence.Communicate effectively with clients, stakeholders, permitting agencies, and the public.Negotiate and manage subcontractor agreements.Support immediate and incidental response work for client releases.Essential SkillsExperience in environmental science, geology, or environmental engineering.Proficiency in report writing and environmental compliance.Experience with NJDEP and PADEP regulations.Strong project management skills, including budget tracking and schedule adherence.Experience performing Phase I Environmental Site Assessments in accordance with ASTM standards.HAZWOPER certification and OSHA 40 training.Experience in soil and groundwater sampling and environmental monitoring.Additional Skills & QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering, or a related field.3+ years of environmental consulting experience.Direct experience with NJ environmental projects.Strong working knowledge of the LSRP program.Experience with LNAPL discovery, delineation, recovery/remediation, and reporting.Comfortable managing multiple active sites.Strong technical writing and client communication skills.Work EnvironmentThe work environment is collegial and offers career advancement opportunities. Benefits include a 401(k), health plan (including dental and vision), short and long-term disability, and vacation. The role involves cooperation and coordination with other design team members and consulting with clients on permitting and development options.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mount Holly, NJ.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $28.25 - $33.65/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:


• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Mount Holly,NJ.

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 8, 2026.

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