Environmental Scientist/Chemist

2 days ago


San Antonio, United States Halff Full time
Environmental Scientist/Chemist - San Antonio, TX

Halff is seeking a highly motivated environmental professional or chemist with a Bachelor of Science chemistry, environmental science, or related degree for hire in our San Antonio office. This position would be part of a very skilled team that works closely with Project Managers and other Technical Leads performing data validation, due diligence, remediation, and other environmental sampling activities. This entry to mid-level position will be responsible for completing data validation on laboratory-reported data and supporting other team projects including Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, compliance inspections/sampling, preparing reports, completing field investigation activities in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs), and overall support of the environmental department with potential for growth into a project management role. This position will include opportunities for both field and office work. This opportunity offers an excellent career development opportunity for someone looking to grow with Halff, with potential for not only business and personal growth, but ownership in the firm.

Environmental Scientist/Chemist Responsibilities & Duties:
  • Evaluate and validate environmental laboratory analytical data for compliance with method and program/project QA/QC requirements.
  • Review laboratory-reported data following EPA's National Functional Guidelines.
  • Prepare written reports and edit electronic data to incorporate validation qualifiers.
  • Collaborate and provide support of field investigations, including environmental media sampling, groundwater monitoring, and site characterization.
  • Support Texas Risk Reduction Program (TRRP), Petroleum Storage Tank (PST), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), and Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) documentation and reporting.
  • Complete Phase I and Phase II projects.
  • Communicate with clients for property access and site data to support Phase I and Phase II.
  • Begin building relationships to become trusted advisor to clients, both internal and external.
  • Receptive to training and guidance on fieldwork, data interpretation, and reporting.
  • Willingness to participate in professional development through guidance.
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices in environmental remediation and compliance.
Environmental Scientist/Chemist Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in chemistry, environmental sciences, or related field of study from an accredited university.
  • Laboratory experience with high resolution GCMS for environmental chemistry using EPA methods is preferred; additional experience with EPA methods and laboratory instrumentation such as GC, GC/MS, ICP/AES, or ICP/MS is a plus.
  • This position may require field work and travel, as well as early start times and occasional night or weekend work. May require some extended travel (more than 7 consecutive days).
  • Working knowledge of field documentation and sampling techniques, equipment maintenance or repair, or other activities.
  • Experience conducting work under the regulatory authority of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Texas Risk Reduction Program, Railroad Commission of Texas, Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality, Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality, and Oklahoma Corporation Commission is a plus.
  • GIS experience a plus; OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification is a plus.
  • Willingness to travel and possess a valid driver's license in good standing. Candidate may be required to pass a background check in order to enter Federal Facilities.
  • Willingness to obtain certifications and participate in training activities as needed to support the team.
  • Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test and a company physical exam (indicating that there will be no restrictions for field activities).
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to clearly communicate both verbal and written technical information.
  • Ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines concurrently.
  • Demonstrated ability to interface effectively and collaborate with clients, peers, management, and vendors to successfully meet shifting needs.
Company Overview:

Halff is a mid-sized, employee-owned, diverse and full-service infrastructure consulting firm planned, designed, engineered, constructed - and purposed - for people. Since 1950, we've been creating smart solutions that improve lives and communities by turning ideas into reality.

Halff was founded on a core tenet: Focus on people, treat them well, and success will follow. It's no wonder, then, that our employees and the culture they create result in our firm consistently being named a Top Workplace in America.

Our industry-leading professionals collaborate to meet tough challenges in creative ways. Our services include: broadband, construction services, energy, environmental, geographic information systems, grant funding resources, intelligent infrastructure, intelligent transportation systems, land development, planning and landscape architecture, MEP engineering, public works, resilience, right of way, structural engineering, subsurface utility engineering/utility coordination, surveying, transportation, water resources and water/wastewater.

Halff has offices in the following locations:
  • Arkansas: Bentonville, Fayetteville, Fort Smith, North Little Rock and Little Rock
  • Florida: Chipley, Crestview, Jacksonville, Orlando, Panama City Beach, Tallahassee, Tampa, Tavares, Temple Terrace and Windermere
  • Louisiana: Baton Rouge and Shreveport
  • Oklahoma: Norman and Oklahoma City
  • Texas: Austin, Brownsville, Corpus Christi, Flower Mound, Fort Worth, Frisco, Houston, Lubbock, McAllen, Midland, Richardson, San Antonio, The Woodlands and Tyler

We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, prescription and life insurance; long-term and short-term disability insurance; paid time off; holiday pay; traditional and Roth 401(k) plans; Employee Stock Ownership Plan; Health Savings Account; 529 College Savings Plan; flexible spending accounts; an Employee Assistance Plan; and more.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Halff is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Halff is a drug-free workplace. This offer of employment is contingent upon the receipt of a clear drug screen and background check prior to your first day of employment. This position may be subject to random drug testing pursuant to federal regulations.

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