Job Title

Project Scientist

Location

Bethlehem, PA 18020 US
Canonsburg, PA 15317 US
Hershey, PA 17033 US (Primary)
Marlton, NJ 08053 US
State College, PA 16801 US
West Chester, PA 19382 US

Category

Civil / Environmental Engineering, Science / Biology

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Travel

Yes

Job Description

ARM is looking for a self-driven and energetic Project Scientist who is looking to learn, grow and embodies an ownership mentality. In this role, you will be a key member supporting the Natural Resources Practice Area and collaborate with a team of multi-disciplined engineers and scientists, project managers, GIS Analyst, CAD designers, and other staff to service our client’s needs. This role will support a wide range of projects related to Solid Waste management, Environmental Services, Natural Gas, Mining/Quarries, and Renewables energy focusing on natural resource evaluations, impact analysis, reporting and coordination specifically related to wetlands, threatened and endangered species and streams.

Responsibilities

• Participate in field work (wetland and environmental investigations, inspections, stream assessments, species assessments/surveys, monitoring) and project meetings, and interact with state and federal resource agency representatives.
• Assist in due diligence evaluation for project planning, which may include regulation research, use of mapping and aerial photographs.
• Prepare and review design drawings and investigation reports to assess site conditions, evaluate compliance, and identify actions and recommendations.
• Perform field work to analyze existing habitats, assess impacts, identify potential concerns and develop solutions for compliance, project schedule maintenance, and conservation.
• Write field and technical reports documenting findings, evaluating environmental impacts, identifying corrective actions, and/or outlining other recommendations.
• Use the principles of science, biology, and chemistry to assess habitats, analyze data, and develop solutions to remedy environmental issues.
• Support and prepare environmental permit components and permit applications for water encroachment and obstruction.
• Manage projects/tasks effectively and efficiently.
• Adhere to quality control procedures for accurate and precise measurements, data collection and reporting.
• Collaborate with other team members to meet deliverables on project and obtain further knowledge and build on skills and experiences.
• Effectively communicate with key stake holders including project managers, project engineers, and other members of the project team. Pro-actively recognize conditions and problems of non-routine nature, develop solutions, and seek guidance when needed.

Job Requirements

Base Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science, Biology, or related Natural Science field.
• 3-5 years of related experience to include wetland identification and delineation, surface water and aquatic assessments, threatened and endangered species habitat assessments/surveys, agency coordination, state and federal water encroachment regulations/permits, and technical environmental report preparation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite;
• experience with GIS, global positioning system (GPS) device and field certifications are a plus.
• Knowledge of environmental laws and regulations
• A self-starter possessing strong communication, planning and organizational skills.
• Desire to work on multiple projects in parallel rather than a single large project for months.
• Requires travel to job sites and occasionally out of the local area overnight stay.

Expectations and Duties

We are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.