Staff Soil Scientist (Chesterfield, VA)
Staff Soil Scientist (Chesterfield, VA)
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Job Description
Koontz Bryant Johnson Williams (KBJW) is seeking a Soil Scientist to join our growing team in Richmond VA.
KBJW is a fun family-oriented business dedicated to the success of our employees clients and our communities. For more than 30 years we have served as a leading engineering firm and have consistently been recognized as a Top Workplace.
KBJW offers interesting projects a friendly atmosphere professional development and a competitive benefits package. We are looking for employees who work hard enjoy solving problems and want to help us grow. If youre looking for a workplace that values your growth your well-being and your contributions KBJW is a place where you can thrive professionally and personally.
Position Summary
The Soil Scientist primary function is to complete soil evaluations design onsite sewage disposal systems and inspections for a wide range of project types and clients. You will maintain solid relationships with a diverse client base. You will be responsible for meeting project schedules budgets and client expectations.
Job Responsibilities
- Conduct site and soil evaluations for new development
- Design onsite sewage disposal systems for residential commercial and municipal usage
- Work with in-house design engineers on secondary and tertiary treatment and dispersal systems
- Conduct inspections of system installation
- Prepare technical reports drawings and design documents
- Conduct various natural resource studies including perennial stream assessments wetland delineations and RPA determinations as needed
- Interact with clients other consultants and federal/state regulators
- Work closely with Manager to complete projects within schedules and budgets
- Adhere to company safety policies and use of supplied personal protective equipment
- Travel to Firms other offices client offices and project sites.
- Occasional overnight travel may be required
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree: Engineering Geology Soil Science or Environmental Science preferred or equivalent experience
- AOSE (Alternative Onsite Soil Evaluator) License preferred
- 5 years practical experience in aspects of soil science and system design preferred
- Advanced technical writing skills
- Good organizational skills
- Great attitude and a desire to grow professionally
- Jr Soil Scientist: entry level 0-3 years experience
- AOSE/Soil Scientist: AOSE License and >3 years experience; competent in soils design and regulations
- Sr. AOSE/Soil Scientist: AOSE License; >7 years experience; expert in soils design and regulations
Work requirements
- May require the ability to sit for long periods of time stand walk and manipulate (carry lift move) light to medium weights of 10-30 pounds.
- Ability to walk construction job sites and climb ladders is necessary.
- Requires good hand-eye coordination arm hand and finger dexterity including the ability to grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard operate technical equipment read technical information and to analyze complex data.
- Occasional travel to offsite locations to perform work and work- related errands or to attend meetings may be required.
- May need to be on project sites for extended periods of time.
- Must have valid license to operate a motor vehicle.
Why KBJW
KBJW employees receive competitive compensation as well as the following benefits:
- Comprehensive group medical insurance includes health dental vision and life.
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- 401K retirement
- Meaningful work that contributes to environmental protection and sustainability.
- Collaborative and inclusive team culture.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
KBJW is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation national origin disability or protected Veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities as defined by the ADA.
Employment is contingent on receiving a favorable background screening.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
