Senior Environmental Scientist

Overview

Bay West is proud to partner with Eastern Shawnee Companies, LLC (ESC) in their search for a Senior Environmental Scientist

Eastern Shawnee Companies, LLC (ESC) , is a board-governed holding company that proudly represents a collection of tribally owned small businesses providing professional and construction services. As a wholly owned subsidiary of the Eastern Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma (ESTO), ESC is deeply committed to enhancing and supporting tribal sovereignty while delivering sustainable solutions for our diverse range of tribal, federal, government, and private clients.

Our primary focus is empowering tribal communities and promoting economic growth through dedicated services. By leveraging our experience and deep understanding of the challenges faced by tribal entities, ESC aims to be a trusted partner for tribal, federal, municipal, and private clients alike. We are passionate about creating sustainable solutions that benefit our clients and contribute to preserving tribal heritage and the well-being of future generations.

We invite you to join us on this transformative journey as we build upon tradition, empower communities, and create a legacy that resonates for future generations.

The Senior Environmental Scientist will provide technical expertise and leadership on federal environmental contracting projects. The role will initially focus on a large-scale remediation project on the North Carolina coast, involving soil and water sampling, hazardous material cleanup, and site restoration. Following that project, the Senior Environmental Scientist will support a wide range of environmental assignments across the United States, including investigations, assessments, permitting, and remediation.

This is a field and office-based position requiring a strong background in environmental science, hydrogeology, and remediation, with proven experience managing complex environmental tasks and mentoring junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform field investigations, including soil, water, air, and sediment sampling; monitoring; and site assessments.
• Serve as technical lead and primary client contact for smaller- to mid-sized projects; support project managers on large-scale projects.
• Support and oversee remediation projects, including petroleum, asbestos, and other hazardous material cleanup.
• Prepare and review work plans, technical reports, and data analyses.
• Interpret environmental data, develop findings, and provide recommendations for corrective actions or further study.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations (e.g., CERCLA, RCRA, CWA, CAA, NEPA).
• Mentor and train junior scientists and technicians in field methods, reporting, and compliance requirements.
• Assist in proposal development, cost estimating, and client prospecting.
• Participate in conferences and professional societies as requested.
• Adhere to company and project-specific health and safety protocols, including use of PPE.

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