Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, is seeking a full-time mid-level Environmental Scientist to join our team in the Virginia Beach office, serving the Hampton Roads region. We are looking for a motivated team player that will provide field and project-level support to the Environmental Site Assessment and Remediation Team.

Responsibilities will include performing field activities (e.g., site visits, sampling, inspections), task management, analysis and interpretation of analytical results and field-collected data, report preparation, working on assignments with project managers, coordinating with various in-house subject matter experts and clients. The ability to handle multiple project assignments with deadlines utilizing verbal and written communications skills are a must.

Primary activities will include preparation of Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments; conduct soil, groundwater, air, and surface water sampling; logging soil borings, oversight of groundwater monitoring well installations, and collection of representative subsurface media samples; oversight of site redevelopment and remediation activities; and analysis and interpretation of analytical results and the preparation of summary reports, under the supervision of a Senior Environmental Professional.

Project meetings, fieldwork, site visits, and professional development assignments will routinely require travel in the region and occasional overnight stays throughout the state. It is estimated that this position will consist of approximately 50% office work and 50% fieldwork.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
* Field experience and excellent writing skills. Experience with data collection, presentation, reduction, and evaluation; and writing technical reports a must. Candidate should demonstrate the ability to prepare documents that are technically and grammatically correct and fully referenced.
* Ability to take initiative and resolve problems with a team building mentality.
* Ability to develop and maintain interpersonal relationships with WSSI personnel at all levels.
* Must maintain a valid driver's license and ability to operate company vehicles.

Education and Experience Requirements:
* A Bachelor's Degree in Science (e.g., Geology, Hydrogeology, Chemistry, Environmental, Biology, etc.), Environmental Engineering, similar engineering discipline, or other closely related field
* Experience working with a team to plan and balance the workload of multiple projects or assignments
* Good working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and Power Point

Preferred:
* Experience in assisting with proposal support and development
* HAZWOPER certification or similar vocational certifications and skill sets
* Licenses for asbestos and lead-based paint sampling/remediation planning
* Mapping (GIS, CAD, or similar software) experience

What We Offer:*

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Opportunities for advancement
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
• Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options
• Group Health Plan
• Employee Referral Bonus Program (Send-A-Friend)
• The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees
• Charitable matching gift program

*All listed benefits available to eligible employees.

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