Forge ahead with WSB. We are seeking an Environmental Scientist to add to our growing team. This is an exciting role for someone looking to grow their career with a growing company. Apply today and help play a pivotal role in scaling our company. WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results and weve dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships collaboration and forward-thinking ideas. We inspire each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. We invite you to forge ahead with us. If you are Environmental Scientist that aligns with our values we would love for you to continue reading and apply.
What You Will Do:
- Oversee environmental investigation and remediation (EIR) projects with 50%70% field work based on the season; remaining time in-office preparing reports.
- Complete limited site and remedial investigations and Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments for public and private entities including work under Minnesota state contracts (e.g. MPCA MDH and MnDOT).
- Collect environmental samples (e.g. soil groundwater drinking water soil vapor sub-slab vapor ambient air etc.) for laboratory analysis construction oversight and response action plan (RAP) implementation.
- Support environmental monitoring site investigations remedial investigations and brownfields redevelopment.
- Tabulate environmental data and prepare technical reports.
- Most projects are in Minnesota; some overnight travel may be required.
What You Will Bring: The successful candidate will bring
- A bachelors degree in environmental science geology engineering chemistry biology natural resources soil science or comparable field from an accredited school.
- 1 to 3 years of experience in environmental investigation and remediation.
- Valid drivers license and a safe driving record.
- 40 Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification is a plus.
- MN Asbestos and Lead Risk Assessor credentials.
- Experience with GIS gINT and EDGE/EQuIS software is a plus.
- Rail safety certifications (E-rail safe or equivalent).
- Safety-focused organized and collaborative with a growth mindset.
- Experience completing work following MPCA guidance documents.
- Experience with EIR field testing/screening equipment typical of construction oversight and groundwater monitoring projects (e.g. PID YSI peristaltic pump sub-slab vapor pin installation).
- Experience with performing Phase I and Phase II ESAs.
- Experience with overseeing the removal of underground storage tanks (USTs) and completing excavation reports.
- Strong verbal communication technical writing and critical thinking skills attention to detail ability to work alone or in group settings and a demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service.
Who We Are:
WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in Transportation Community Planning Environmental Energy Municipal and Construction services. We provide solutions for the places spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 50 complementary areas across the nation.
Full time WSB employees qualify for competitive compensation and benefits package including medical insurance dental insurance vision insurance life insurance company paid short- and long-term disability 401K with match paid time off paid holidays tuition reimbursement and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part time employees can participate in the 401K plan and applicable earned paid leave.
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity veteran or disability status.
WSB strives to ensure that its careers web site is accessible to all. If you need assistance completing your online application please email
As an Equal Opportunity Employer WSB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment please e-mail us at In your e-mail please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Notice to Third Party Agencies:WSB does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by WSB we reserve the right to pursue and hire any unsolicited candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.
Required Experience:
IC
Forge ahead with WSB. We are seeking an Environmental Scientist to add to our growing team. This is an exciting role for someone looking to grow their career with a growing company. Apply today and help play a pivotal role in scaling our company. WSB was founded on the understanding that culture dri...
Forge ahead with WSB. We are seeking an Environmental Scientist to add to our growing team. This is an exciting role for someone looking to grow their career with a growing company. Apply today and help play a pivotal role in scaling our company. WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results and weve dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships collaboration and forward-thinking ideas. We inspire each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. We invite you to forge ahead with us. If you are Environmental Scientist that aligns with our values we would love for you to continue reading and apply.
What You Will Do:
- Oversee environmental investigation and remediation (EIR) projects with 50%70% field work based on the season; remaining time in-office preparing reports.
- Complete limited site and remedial investigations and Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments for public and private entities including work under Minnesota state contracts (e.g. MPCA MDH and MnDOT).
- Collect environmental samples (e.g. soil groundwater drinking water soil vapor sub-slab vapor ambient air etc.) for laboratory analysis construction oversight and response action plan (RAP) implementation.
- Support environmental monitoring site investigations remedial investigations and brownfields redevelopment.
- Tabulate environmental data and prepare technical reports.
- Most projects are in Minnesota; some overnight travel may be required.
What You Will Bring: The successful candidate will bring
- A bachelors degree in environmental science geology engineering chemistry biology natural resources soil science or comparable field from an accredited school.
- 1 to 3 years of experience in environmental investigation and remediation.
- Valid drivers license and a safe driving record.
- 40 Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification is a plus.
- MN Asbestos and Lead Risk Assessor credentials.
- Experience with GIS gINT and EDGE/EQuIS software is a plus.
- Rail safety certifications (E-rail safe or equivalent).
- Safety-focused organized and collaborative with a growth mindset.
- Experience completing work following MPCA guidance documents.
- Experience with EIR field testing/screening equipment typical of construction oversight and groundwater monitoring projects (e.g. PID YSI peristaltic pump sub-slab vapor pin installation).
- Experience with performing Phase I and Phase II ESAs.
- Experience with overseeing the removal of underground storage tanks (USTs) and completing excavation reports.
- Strong verbal communication technical writing and critical thinking skills attention to detail ability to work alone or in group settings and a demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service.
Who We Are:
WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in Transportation Community Planning Environmental Energy Municipal and Construction services. We provide solutions for the places spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 50 complementary areas across the nation.
Full time WSB employees qualify for competitive compensation and benefits package including medical insurance dental insurance vision insurance life insurance company paid short- and long-term disability 401K with match paid time off paid holidays tuition reimbursement and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part time employees can participate in the 401K plan and applicable earned paid leave.
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity veteran or disability status.
WSB strives to ensure that its careers web site is accessible to all. If you need assistance completing your online application please email
As an Equal Opportunity Employer WSB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment please e-mail us at In your e-mail please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Notice to Third Party Agencies:WSB does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by WSB we reserve the right to pursue and hire any unsolicited candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.
Required Experience:
IC
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