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Our Business

We are a global leader in environmental consulting - made stronger with the recent acquisition of Wood’s Environment & Infrastructure business and Golder - with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change.

As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.

This Opportunity

The WSP Chelmsford office is seeking a motivated Early Career Environmental Scientist o support our Central New England Team. The Chelmsford and Boston offices include a multi-disciplinary environmental, health & safety consulting team including engineers, scientists, and health and safety professionals. WSP offers the opportunity to work on technically challenging and innovative projects for a wide range of clients throughout the US.

Takes part in providing local technical assistance for the collection, identification, and compiling of observational and spatial data concerning a variety of biological, physical, and earth sciences. Provides local assistance for the development of processes and infrastructure relating to water supply, air emission, pollution control, cultural impact, and preserving the quality of the environment by identifying, controlling, and preventing disruption to environmental systems and species caused by human activity. Generates accurate and concise documentation, ensuring that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards.

Your Impact

This position offers the opportunity to work with a diverse team of engineers, scientists and health & safety professionals to address complex environmental challenges and requires the following skills/experience for the position roles/responsibilities:

• Demonstrated task management skills

• Environmental, health & safety (EH&S) compliance experience

• Understanding of federal, state and local regulatory programs

• Laboratory EH&S and compliance experience

• Developing/updating site specific EH&S compliance programs based on federal, state and local regulations, as well as, compliance with client company directives

• Have the ability to implement EH&S programs at client facilities serving as an EHS staff member

• Conducting health and safety (H&S) audits/inspections, and providing recommendations for corrective actions

• Assisting with H&S management systems development, including drafting of standard operating procedures, guidance documents, and training programs

• Assist with the management of hazardous waste, including waste characterization, satellite area inspections, training, and correspondence with government agencies

• Implement site specific EH&S programs and conduct training, including but not limited to, Hazard Communication, PPE, Bloodborne Pathogens, Biosafety, Respiratory Protection, etc.

• Assist with industrial hygiene related projects, including personal air sampling, indoor air quality assessment, surface wipe sampling, facility decommissioning, qualitative assessments, etc.

• Be motivated, outgoing, and have the ability to interact with employees within various different industry settings

• Conduct job safety analyses for jobs/tasks performed within various different industry settings

• Conduct incident investigations for clients following incidents occurring at client sitesUnder general supervision, conduct natural resource field surveys collecting observational, spatial, and environmental data.

• Under general supervision, collect and compile samples of air, soil, water, sludge, and other matrices for analysis.

• Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurement and documentation.

• Assist with performing basic professional environmental science work relating to ecological systems, air, and water resources, assisting with verifying the characteristics of a site and providing entry-level technical assistance on various environmental issues.

• Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems and field/work site notebook.

• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, the maintenance of sample collection, location data, laboratory or statistical documentation, and logbooks.

• Utilize the latest technologies and techniques in performing studies and analysis of habitats, sites, and potential impacts to the health of the environment and the population.

• Complete training on assigned tasks.

• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, or a related life sciences field.

• 0-1 year of experience

• Primary knowledge in OSHA regulations, as well as knowledge of EPA, MADEP, DOT, MADPH, MADPS, MWRA, and other federal, state, and local regulations

• Enthusiasm for challenge and new initiatives

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills. Strong organizational abilities

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

• Demonstrated professional judgment, consistency and attention to detail

• Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record

• Ability to travel frequently to project sites, including sites remote from the office, as part of on-site team

• Adaptability and willingness to adjust to client needs

• Flexibility to work outside of normal business hours, if required

• Must pass drug test, background check and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy

• Life Science sector experience

• Analytical skills, and familiarity with research techniques, local/regional ecology and habitats, and applicable species/discipline.

• Familiar with relevant environmental laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.

• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a scientific and non-scientific audience.

• Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.

• Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.

• Basic proficiency with business writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools.

• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.

• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• OSHA HAZWOPER Training

• Professional certification in EHS (CSP, ASP, OHST or similar)

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team with the ability/desire to lead tasks

• Attention to detail

• Self starter and fast learner

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About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.