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WSP in the U.S. · 1 day ago

Early Career Environmental Scientist

Kennesaw, GA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

0+ years exp

WSP USA is one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms, dedicated to serving local communities. They are seeking an Early Career Environmental Scientist to provide technical assistance for infrastructure projects, including research, design, and documentation.

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Responsibilities

Under general supervision, assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, surveys, blueprints, GIS data, subsurface utility information, maps, geotechnical data, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction

Assist with performing basic professional civil engineering work relating to conducting research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, resources, building, infrastructure, and transportation channels to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits

Perform routine engineering functions and provide entry-level technical assistance on various design requirements, operating strategies to account for the safety and functionality of end-users, systems, and infrastructure

Assist with verifying the characteristics of a site and providing basic technical assistance on various engineering, design, and construction issues

Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems, drawings, and field/work site notebook/logs

Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, location data, statistical documentation, engineering studies and surveys, and construction

Complete training on assigned tasks

Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs

Qualification

Environmental Science DegreeGIS ExperienceResearch TechniquesTechnical WritingAnalytical SkillsSelf-LeadershipTime ManagementInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsWork Ethic

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, or a closely related life science field

0 to 1 years of relevant post education experience

General familiarity with relevant environmental laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements

Comfortable working in a variety of work settings (e.g., remote and urban areas), temperatures, and weather conditions with ability to lift 50 lbs. of field equipment

Willingness to perform a variety of tasks as needed to complete an assignment and satisfy project needs

Analytical skills, and familiarity with research techniques, local/regional ecology and habitats, and applicable species/discipline

Demonstrated time management and organizational skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, and ability to express ideas effectively and professionally to both scientific and non-scientific audiences

Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment

Strong work ethic to ensure job requirements are completed (safety first)

Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives

Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, general office software (i.e., MS Word and Excel, and PowerPoint), spreadsheets, technology, and tools

Ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies

Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek

Domestic travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements and could include one to two weeks of travel per month

Possess a valid driver's license and be capable of driving work vehicles (i.e., vans and trucks)

Must successfully complete and pass WSP's Motor Vehicle screening

Preferred

A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations

Capable of passing OSHA 10-hour Construction Training Course and 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour training course

Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and operating GPS equipment (e.g., hand-held Trimble units, RTK GPS units, etc.) is preferred

Prior internship and or job experience related to the degree of study

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

Life

Retirement savings

Company

WSP in the U.S.

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