Environmental Science Assistant Jobs in Michigan

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) is seeking a Geologist/Environmental Scientist to join our growing environmental team in our Toledo, OH or Detroit (Wixom), MI office. This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects supporting solid waste, industrial, energy, public sector, and redevelopment clients across the region. You'll gain hands-on experience in environmental site investigation, compliance, and remediation while continuing to grow your technical skills and progress toward professional licensure.

Responsibilities

Support and execute environmental site investigations, including soil and groundwater sampling and data collection
• Participate in Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) and due diligence projects
• Assist with landfill environmental compliance monitoring programs, including sampling, data management, and reporting
• Support remediation activities, including source removal and system monitoring
• Prepare technical reports, documentation, and regulatory submittals
• Assist with SPCC plan development, stormwater permitting, and air compliance support
• Coordinate with project teams, contractors, and regulatory agencies to support project objectives
• Provide oversight and guidance to junior staff and field activities as needed
• Support multiple projects while maintaining quality and schedule expectations

At CEC, you'll have the opportunity to build your technical expertise while progressing toward professional licensure, working on a diverse mix of environmental projects alongside experienced professionals. If you're looking for a role where you can gain hands-on experience, expand your skillset, and grow your career within a collaborative, employee-owned firm, CEC provides the platform to do just that.

What We Offer

• 100% employee-owned firm with a path to long-term growth and ownership access within your first year
• Competitive compensation with multiple income streams, including paid overtime, performance bonuses, and stock ownership
• 55% of profits distributed through employee bonuses
• A clearly defined career path with mentorship and support toward licensure
• Opportunity to work on a diverse project portfolio across multiple industries
• Flexible and hybrid work schedule options
• Comprehensive benefits starting day one (healthcare, dental, vision), along with a 401(k) with a company match beginning the first of the month following your start date
• A collaborative environment that encourages learning, cross-training, and professional development

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Science, or related field
• 5+ years of relevant experience in environmental consulting or related work
• GIT certification (or ability to obtain) with interest in pursuing PG licensure
• Experience with environmental site assessments (Phase I/II ESAs) and soil/groundwater investigations
• Familiarity with environmental compliance programs, including landfill monitoring and/or SPCC
• Experience with Sanitas, Dumpstat, and database management/development a plus
• Strong technical writing, data management, and communication skills

We have experts! CEC is consistently ranked as a Top 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm by Engineering News-Record. We are looking for people who enjoy using their education and experience to solve difficult technical problems and work on interesting projects. You can accomplish this while working with a team of professionals who are equally motivated to provide high levels of service to our clients and to teach you along the way.

We have support! We have a variety of Employee Resource Groups, including CEC Community - focused on giving back to the communities in which we work; CEC Ignite - focused on helping professionals early in their careers to develop their pathway; CEC iDEA - focused on inclusion, diversity, equality, and acceptance; and CEC Women - focused on creating internal and external opportunities for women to network and leverage professional experience!

We care about our people! People and Culture are two of the five elements of our strategic plan. When you care about your people, they will want to grow a career with you - that is our goal. CEC offers you a small-firm work environment with large-firm opportunities. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide an opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in its success.

CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work-life balance.

CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.

THIRD PARTY RECRUITERS

If CEC has not expressly requested recruiting services or contractually engaged with you for recruiting services on a specific position, any resumes or candidate profiles sent to CEC shall be considered unsolicited. Therefore, any such submissions will be considered property of CEC, with no associated fees due to your firm.