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Socotec

Project Environmental Professional

Irvine, CA · On-site +1

We are seeking a Project Environmental Scientist, Engineer, or Geologist to support the management ... day remote/ hybrid schedule SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SOCOTEC is an Equal ...

Socotec

Project Environmental Professional

Irvine, CA · On-site +1

$130K - $150K/yr

We are seeking a Project Environmental Scientist, Engineer, or Geologist to support the management ... day remote/ hybrid schedule SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SOCOTEC is an Equal ...

APTIM

Environmental Project Manager

Atlanta, GA · On-site +1

... scientists, and technicians who are passionately committed to safely solving our clients ... This may include environmental assessments and remediation projects for state and local government ...

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Environmental Consultant

IL · Remote

... and government agencies. We specialize in failure and damage assessments, restoration, and ... Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Environmental Health, Public Health ...

GHD

Lead Environmental Scientist

Golden, CO · On-site +1

... remote work environment. These Team Leader assignments will be held in conjunction with the ... Bachelor's and/or advanced degree in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science ...

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Project Scientist - Environmental Remediation

Confluence Compliance Companies, LLC

Grand Junction, CO • Remote

$72K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

About Us

Confluence Compliance Companies, LLC (Confluence) is a growing team of environmental professionals based in the Rocky Mountains. We are employee-focused and committed to creating a flexible, supportive work environment that balances high-quality results with work-life balance.

At Confluence, you’ll find:

  • Competitive pay and benefits, including profit sharing
  • A collaborative team that values adaptability and problem-solving
  • Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
  • A culture built on safety, communication, and continuous improvement

We thrive in changing regulatory, social, and environmental landscapes — and we’re looking for motivated, adaptable professionals to grow with us.

Description

Confluence is seeking an experienced Project Scientist/Geologist to join our team and support remediation and water quality projects across the Rocky Mountains. The Employee's primary place of work is their home office. Occasional travel to the Employer's offices or other locations is not anticipated but may be required with reasonable advance notice.

We are looking for an environmental professional with proven consulting experience and a strong background in regulatory compliance. In this role, you will review historical project records, analyze environmental data, and develop technical recommendations that move projects toward compliance and closure. You will also prepare and review scopes of work, manage project tracking, and draft reports, figures, and regulatory submittals for agencies and clients.

This position is ideal for professionals who thrive on technical analysis, regulatory engagement, and producing high-quality deliverables. It also provides a pathway to project leadership, offering the opportunity to apply your expertise while advancing your career in environmental consulting

Responsibilities

  • Review and interpret historical project documentation to support ongoing evaluations.
  • Analyze and synthesize field and lab data into technical conclusions.
  • Draft scopes of work for additional investigations or remediation activities.
  • Prepare site figures, diagrams, and supporting graphics for regulatory/client review.
  • Compile and review technical reports and regulatory forms for submission.
  • Maintain project tracking databases and coordinate reporting deadlines.
  • Communicate effectively with project managers, clients, and regulatory agencies.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Natural Resources, or related field.
  • 3 to 7 years of environmental consulting, remediation, or regulatory compliance experience.
  • Strong technical writing and data analysis skills.
  • Remediation and water quality experience.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Demonstrated experience preparing and reviewing regulatory submittals and navigating state or federal environmental processes.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat software.
  • Have a home office with a reliable internet connection, conducive to remote work.
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Maintain auditable personal notes on work completed to backup billed project work and approved indirect time.
  • Comply with all Confluence and client policies and procedures.
  • Must pass a background check.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in oil and gas & environmental consulting industries
  • Demonstrated experience with ECMC regulations and reporting requirements
  • Experience preparing or reviewing Form 19/27s (ECMC)
  • Technical writing experience with regulatory deliverables
  • Experience with the Esri suite of software products
  • Familiarity with state environmental databases and data management systems

Confluence Compliance Companies, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.