Senior Environmental Scientist

Our Business

We are a global leader in environmental consulting – made stronger with the recent acquisition of Wood’s Environment & Infrastructure business and Golder – with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change. 
 
As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior Environmental Scientist for our Kentucky operations, with offices located in Louisville and Lexington.  Be involved in projects with our Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.  Join a team of professionals that delivers professional consulting services for commercial, industrial and government clients.  Tasks may include assisting with or leading site investigations, soil or groundwater remedial measures, asbestos/lead paint surveys and abatement activities, stormwater management, permitting and compliance reporting, hazardous or solid waste management, and preserving the quality of the environment by averting the contamination and degradation of air, water, and land resources.  Generates accurate and concise reports and documentation regarding field conditions and assesses and advises on the short- and long-term risks to ecological and human health.  Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards. 

Your Impact

• Work with members of our Earth and Environment Team to provide direction and support existing client relationships.


• Serve as Technical Lead or Task Manager for current and future projects, working with clients daily to set strategic direction and oversee project execution.


• Independently manage and execute projects to meet compliance schedules.


• Perform moderately complex technical tasks within a broad work-scope, and/or plan, schedule, conduct and coordinate project work for large work-scopes.


• Prepare technical proposals and reports, in whole or in part, depending on the size and complexity of the document.


• Demonstrate competency in a combination of areas including environmental compliance, field supervision, technical knowledge and task management.


• Motivate, train and mentor subordinate staff assigned to his/her tasks or projects.


• The position may entail approximately 70% office work and 30% field work on a variety of projects including industrial/commercial, state and federal sites involving environmental contamination.


• Prepare components of investigation, remedial and monitoring reports, including work summaries, data summaries, calculations, summary tables, figures, and report text.


• Prepare technical evaluations and recommendations.


• Point person for subcontractors and directs junior level staff overseeing field activities.


• Organize field work and assign tasks and provide guidance to staff specialists (Field Task Management).


• Assist in subcontractor procurement.


• Oversight of drilling activities (including DPT/Geoprobe, HSA and Sonic).


• Oversight of soil excavation, demolitions, and remediation system installations.


• Review of contractor submittals including equipment, Work Plans, QA/QC plans and payment requests.


• Will travel to project sites as required; will include some overnight travel.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, geology or environmental science


• Minimum 5-7 years’ experience.


• Must be proficient in MS Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).


• Willingness and ability to interact with regulatory agencies, stakeholders and clients and develop effective teamwork relationships.


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


• Ability and willingness to travel to project sites as required.


• Excellent time management skills and ability to track compliance deadlines.


• The successful candidate must be able to work independently and show a high level of initiative and attention to detail.


• Proficiency with technical and business writing, office automation, and communication software, technology, and tools.


• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.


• Project management experience with small to mid-level projects including scoping and tracking hours and expenses for project work.


• Ability to plan and conduct inspections and investigations of various aspects of environmental related project, applying applicable regulations and policies.


• Effective interpersonal and communication skills when expressing ideas to a technical and non-technical audience.


• Ability to manage and effectively communicate with subcontractors in the field.


• Provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.

Preferred Qualifications 

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Geology or Environmental Science.


• Applicable Professional Licensure/Certification or ability to obtain in 6-12 months.


• Experience managing small to mid-size projects.


• 40-Hour OSHA (29 CFR 1910.120) Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER).


• Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training.