Eastern Shawnee Companies · 1 day ago
Principal Environmental Scientist
Overland Park,KS,US
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$100K/yr - $140K/yr
10+ years expEastern Shawnee Companies, LLC (ESC) is a holding company representing tribally owned businesses providing professional and construction services. The Principal Environmental Scientist is responsible for providing advanced technical expertise and leadership in federal environmental projects, focusing on soil and groundwater remediation, and ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks.
Responsibilities
Serve as technical lead on federal environmental remediation projects involving soil and groundwater contamination
Develop and implement investigation and cleanup strategies, including sample plans, contaminant delineation, and remedial action design
Interpret complex environmental data and develop scientifically sound conclusions, recommendations, and clean up strategies
Ensure compliance with CERCLA, RCRA, and related USACE and federal regulatory frameworks
Prepare and review technical reports, work plans, and proposals
Support proposal and pricing development with technical knowledge
Serve as client contact for technical discussions, participate in site visits and client meetings
Collaborate closely with project managers to ensure deliverables, budgets and performance goals are met
Manage environmental staff
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or related field
10+ years of progressive experience in environmental consulting, hydrogeology, and soil/groundwater remediation
8+ years experience with federal contracting including USACE
Professional Geologist (PG) required
Demonstrated success in performance-based cleanup projects
Deep technical understanding of subsurface environments and remedial action technology
Proficient in evaluating complex sites with multiple contaminant plumes and recommending effective solutions
Strong organizational and leadership skills, with ability to manage multiple tasks
Strong knowledge of USACE reporting standards, safety programs, and project management processes
Strong technical writing and communication skill
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, comfortable representing ESC to clients and regulatory agencies
Valid driver's license
Ability to gain access to military installations
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. of equipment
Ability to walk, hike, and work in outdoor environments, including rugged or uneven terrain, for extended periods
Ability to work in varying weather conditions (rain, heat, cold)
Ability to work long shifts during field mobilizations
Preferred
40-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification
Proficiency in GIS, data visualization and environmental modeling software
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Individualized savings plans
Accident insurance
Cancer insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Paid time off
Holidays
Company
Eastern Shawnee Companies
Eastern Shawnee Companies, LLC (ESC), is a board-governed holding company that proudly represents a collection of tribally owned small businesses providing professional and construction services.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Matt Metcalf, PE, F.SAME
Chief Executive Officer
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