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Colliers Engineering & Design is looking for a Staff Scientist to join our Environmental team in the state of New York! This position can be located in our Albany, Syracuse, or Rochester offices, or in a remote arrangement in Binghamton. The essential functions of this professional are to investigate, characterize and design remedial measures for environmental concerns that create risks for human health and the environment. In addition, you will assist with solutions to meet the regulatory clean-up standards appropriate for new construction and site redevelopment.

The Staff Scientist will support a wide range of environmental projects through field investigations, technical analyses, and regulatory compliance activities. Working alongside experienced environmental professionals and multidisciplinary project teams, this role will contribute to the successful execution of projects by performing environmental assessments, collecting field data, preparing technical documentation, and ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate sound technical judgment, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced consulting environment. This position offers opportunities for professional growth through specialized environmental training, technical certifications, and participation in a diverse portfolio of environmental consulting projects.

• Make decisions with little oversight regarding environmental complexities and methods.
• Analyze data, reports, maps, drawings, tests, etc. to plan, design and implement a project.
• Complete initial preparation of reports, specifications, plans, schedules and designs for projects.
• Assist in the assembly of pricing, estimating, scoping and marketing strategies for pro-posed projects.
• Follow standards of practice from state and local officials.
• Adhere to company and client QA/QC standards.
• Provide quality control to draft documents and drawings.
• Work with project designers to determine the environmental impact of project.
• Coordinate and collaborate with other design and technical professionals who are part of the project team.
• Perform field inspections, research, measurements, well monitoring, operations & maintenance of remedial equipment and sample collection.
• Coordinate submission of lab samples.
• Complete client specific safety training and attend client meetings as required.
• Provide Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessments and investigations.
• Soil and groundwater sampling. 
• Conduct asbestos inspections and quantifications, EPA and state regulated mold inspections and quantifications.
• May serve as on-site project representative.
• Establish & maintain positive relationships with co-workers, support and build others on the team and across disciplines/offices.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geology or Environmental Sciences.
• 2-5 years of experience in Environmental Science or applicable technical field.
• Experience with asbestos & contamination required.
• 40 Hour HAZWOPER Certification required.
• 8-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER annual update required.
• OSHA 10-Hour Safety & Health Standards for Construction preferred.
• Willingness to undertake training as necessary to fill environmental needs.
• May be required to become certified asbestos inspector, asbestos project monitor, mold assessor, or lead assessor in various states and perform tasks as part of these certifications.
• Willingness to work in varying work conditions. 
• May be required to become rail certified to perform environmental field tasks for federal rail work projects.
• A valid Driver’s License is required.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Compensation: $65,100 to $81,000 per year (depending on qualifications)

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geology or Environmental Sciences.
• 2-5 years of experience in Environmental Science or applicable technical field.
• Experience with asbestos & contamination required.
• 40 Hour HAZWOPER Certification required.
• 8-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER annual update required.
• OSHA 10-Hour Safety & Health Standards for Construction preferred.
• Willingness to undertake training as necessary to fill environmental needs.
• May be required to become certified asbestos inspector, asbestos project monitor, mold assessor, or lead assessor in various states and perform tasks as part of these certifications.
• Willingness to work in varying work conditions. 
• May be required to become rail certified to perform environmental field tasks for federal rail work projects.
• A valid Driver’s License is required.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Compensation: $65,100 to $81,000 per year (depending on qualifications)