Environmental Specialist - Investigation and Remediation in Saint Paul

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Job DescriptionJob Description

KLJ is seeking a motivated Environmental Specialist to help support environmental investigation and remediation projects for both public and private entities. In this role, you will conduct a variety of field and office related tasks under the direction of senior environmental staff members.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) for due diligence purposes
• Support large scale construction monitoring/site cleanup projects for regulatory compliance
• Perform asbestos and regulated waste surveys for bridges and residential, commercial, or industrial properties
• Collect soil, groundwater, soil vapor, and other media during environmental investigation and cleanup activities
• Evaluate and interpret field results and analytical data
• Provide environmental oversight and documentation of proper waste/media management and disposal activities
• Complete Limited Site Investigations and Remedial Investigations for potential petroleum releases
• Prepare technical reports and other deliverables
• Utilize effective written and oral communication to interact with clients, contractors, and team members on a regular basis
• Contribute to meetings with project stakeholders or clients
• Understand federal, state, and local environmental regulatory policies and monitor changes to environmental laws, regulations and guidelines
• Understand and follow scope of services, project schedules and budgets
• Conduct and lead field investigations and remediation projects
• Accurately document environmental activities and incorporate pertinent information into draft reports, permits, and other deliverables

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in geology, engineering or an environmental-related field
• Two to six years of relevant post education professional experience that includes investigation and remediation work with a minimum of one year conducting construction monitoring, site remediation cleanup implementation activities
• Familiar with field and sample collection methods and procedures
• Previous experience in soil, groundwater, soil vapor, and asbestos sampling
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate motorized vehicles
• Must have strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to multitask and work well in a team environment.
• Interest in environmental investigation and remediation and a willingness to learn
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint)
• Must ensure compliance with KLJ safety and quality standards
• Willingness to travel on occasions and work flexible hours as needed

Additional Preferences:

• Previous experience using GPS units and ArcGIS software
• Previous experience preparing investigation and remediation proposals and technical reports
• Knowledge and experience with Minnesota environmental regulations including MPCA, MDH, and MnDOT guidance documents
• 40-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification
• Minnesota Asbestos Inspector certification
• Minnesota Asbestos Supervisor certification

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