Environmental Staff Scientist (Phase I ESA)

NOVA Engineering and Environmental, LLC is seeking an Environmental Staff Scientist in Kennesaw, GA, to conduct Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessments and field investigations. Candidates should have 2-5 years of consulting experience and a relevant degree. The role involves sampling, site investigations, and report preparation. Benefits include medical insurance, paid time off, and retirement matching. The company emphasizes a collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
NOVA Engineering & Environmental is hiring an Environmental Staff Scientist to support our growing team in Kennesaw, GA. This role is ideal for a motivated professional with experience in Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessments and field investigations.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Perform Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)Conduct soil and groundwater samplingSupport site investigations and environmental assessmentsPrepare technical reports and documentationWork closely with project managers on a variety of environmental projectsRequirements:

2-5 years of environmental consulting experienceExperience with Phase I/II ESAs and field samplingBachelor’s degree in: Geology, Environmental or Civil Engineering, or Environmental ScienceStrong communication and report writing skillsAbility to work both in the field and officePreferred:

HAZWOPER certificationExperience with additional services (vapor intrusion, asbestos, mold, lead, etc.)Check out our Perks:

In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy the below benefits:

Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental and visionOpportunity for professional growth and advancementCertification reimbursement and incentive programPaid time offCompany-observed paid holidaysCompany paid life insurance for employee, spouse and childrenCompany paid short term disability coverageOther supplemental benefit offerings including long-term disability, critical illness, accident and identity theft protection401K retirement with company matching of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributionsWellness program with incentivesEmployee Assistance ProgramAbout NOVA:

Established in 1996, NOVA was originally founded to provide Environmental Consulting, Geotechnical Engineering, and Construction Materials Testing and Inspection services to the design and construction community, largely in the southeastern United States. Since our founding, NOVA has added additional service lines such as Facilities and Building Envelope, Forensics, Municipal and more. We are dedicated to providing a wide variety of projects and services with an emphasis on collaboration and safety. We offer a stimulating and inspiring work environment where our employees are recognized for their efforts and achievements and are mentored for professional growth.

Currently, NOVA employs 650+ personnel in 20 offices serving clients throughout the southeastern United States and beyond. Our firm has professional and administrative support staff that includes registered professional engineers, registered professional geologists, environmental scientists, registered roof observers, LEED accredited professionals, soil/foundation engineers, laboratory specialists, materials technicians, ICC-certified inspectors, NICET-certified technicians, and AWS-certified welding inspectors. NOVA’s facilities include AASHTO-accredited laboratories in soils, concrete, aggregate and hot-mix asphalt testing/inspection. We also have CCRL-inspected laboratories for concrete sampling, curing, and testing. NOVA will continue to expand its reach and reputation as a leader in the testing, inspection, and consulting fields with a strong legacy of quality and integrity by promoting our best internal resources and recruiting a diverse culture of valued and exceptional talent.

NOVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. NOVA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.


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