Environmental Scientist 1

Are you driven to grow lead and make a meaningful impact At Apex were building more than a consulting and engineering firmwere creating a place where your career accelerates your contributions matter and your potential is fully realized. We believe your growth is our growth which is why we invest in your development at every stage of your career. Here youll work on projects that shape communities protect the environment and create lasting impact all while being empowered with the autonomy and flexibility to do your best work.

Fueled by high quality delivery exceptional client retention and strategic acquisitions Apex Companies continues to rank among the fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry recently recognized by the Zweig Group for our industry-leading growth. Our success is grounded in strong leadership a collaborative culture and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes.

As we continue to grow were focused on building a team of high-performing professionals who are ready to lead collaborate and push whats possible. At Apex you dont just join a company you help shape what comes next.

CWE An Apex Company is a dynamic award-winning provider of consulting engineering technical and construction management services. Clients trust CWE to provide innovative and sustainable solutions to solve complex problems involving civil infrastructure water resources and the environment. CWE is an integrated firm with a reputation for delivering engineering solutions that improve the quality of life in a fiscally responsible and holistic manner consistent with our vision of Creating a better tomorrow today. We develop and implement real world solutions that are practical and cost-effective to create value for our clients and enhance our communities and environment.

Why Work for Us

This is not a job it is a career with a rapidly-growing organization in a dynamic industry that recognizes excellent performance and provides opportunities for growth and advancement. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop valuable engineering and technical skills under industry recognized addition as a firm that is leading the industry with innovative and creative approaches to solving environmental and engineering challenges our employees leave the office each day knowing they have contributed to a positive movement that will improve our communities environment and the world.

We have an exciting opportunity for an outstanding individual to join our team as aEnvironmental Scientist I at our headquarters in Fullerton California.

General Characteristics

• Responsible for assisting municipal utility industrial and commercials clients with stormwater planning and compliance efforts associated with Phase I and II Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Permits the Construction General Permit (CGP) and Industrial General Permit (IGP).
• Interpret complex regulatory permits assist clients with regulatory compliance prepare technical reports conduct environmental compliance inspections and sampling and complete high quality deliverables on time and within budget
• Assist environmental sampling testing and observations (primarily surface water stormwater groundwater wastewater

Critical Tasks and Responsibilities

• Interpret regulatory permits and formulate compliance strategies
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports and documents (watershed management plans stormwater management plans annual reports non-stormwater discharge source assessments adaptive management plans compliance guidance documents compliance reports rain and sampling event summary reports SWPPPs WQMPs etc.)
• Perform construction site and facility environmental compliance inspections (QSP QISP FOG)
• Conduct environmental sampling testing and observations (primarily surface water stormwater groundwater wastewater along with soils and sediments)
• Make field observations and perform data measurement and collection assignments
• Data management and analysis (compilation manipulation and evaluation of data)
• Perform maintenance and calibration of environmental monitoring instruments meters probes and automated sampling equipment
• Develop and implement monitoring and reporting plans and field studies
• Perform regulatory and water quality data analyses

Required Competencies and Qualifications

• BS degree in Environmental Science Civil or Environmental Engineering or a related field.
• Familiarity with spreadsheets and data management (i.e. Microsoft Excel etc.)
• Abilities in Microsoft Office software (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook Project etc.).
• Abilities using ESRI ArcMap/ArcGIS Pro/ArcGIS Online software
• Ability to grasp and become proficient in new software and technologies
• Able to read interpret and analyze plans technical manuals and permits
• Ability to pay attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Good interpersonal abilities for working in a team environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task prioritize and take direction.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to self-motivate and work productively without supervision.
• Proactive approach/self-starter/takes initiative
• Positive attitude/team player
• Ability to kneel climb and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Valid California drivers license and insurable driving record

Desired Competencies and Qualifications

• MS PhD or other advanced degree(s) in related fields.
• Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP)
• CPSWQ/CPESC certification
• QSD or QSP and QISP certifications
• Knowledge of stormwater permitting and planning; water quality monitoring; BMPs; and environmental compliance inspections
• Member of professional practice organization (e.g. ASCE ACEC APWA etc..)
• Involved in outreach and service activities with community service organizations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook Project etc.).
• Proficient in ESRI ArcMap/ArcGIS Pro/ArcGIS Online software

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