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Apex Companies

Project Scientist

Chicago, IL · On-site

Support emergency response projects as needed, including occasional after-hours or weekend response work. * Mentor and train junior scientific staff while promoting safe work practices and technical ...

Apex Companies

Project Scientist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Support emergency response projects as needed, including occasional after-hours or weekend response work. * Mentor and train junior scientific staff while promoting safe work practices and technical ...

Apex Companies

Project Scientist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Support emergency response projects as needed, including occasional after-hours or weekend response work. * Mentor and train junior scientific staff while promoting safe work practices and technical ...

Illinois Institute of Technology

$120K - $180K/yr

Occasional weekend work and work-related travel may be required based on operational needs. This ... research scientists, project coordinators, postdoctoral fellows, and students, including ...

Illinois Institute of Technology

$120K - $180K/yr

Occasional weekend work and work-related travel may be required based on operational needs. This ... research scientists, project coordinators, postdoctoral fellows, and students, including ...

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Project Scientist

Apex Companies

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Your Responsibilities as a Project Scientist:

  • Provide senior-level technical oversight and perform environmental field activities associated with Phase II site investigations; UST/AST investigations, removals, and installations; and remediation or regulatory-driven field investigations.
  • Managing projects under the Illinois EPA Leaking Underground Storage Tank (LUST) Program and Site Remediation Program (SRP), including preparation of regulatory reports, work plans, budgets, and reimbursement documentation
  • Oversee subcontractors in the field and serve as a liaison between Apex, general contractors, and clients to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with project requirements.
  • Conduct and support environmental sampling activities including soil, groundwater, and air monitoring, along with associated technical documentation and reporting.
  • Prepare, review, and manage technical reports, proposals, and field documentation.
  • Support emergency response projects as needed, including occasional after-hours or weekend response work.
  • Mentor and train junior scientific staff while promoting safe work practices and technical development.

What we're looking for:

  • BS degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering, or related scientific field.
  • 4+ years of environmental consulting or related industry experience with strong technical writing and field oversight responsibilities.
  • Experience managing projects under the Illinois EPA Leaking Underground Storage Tank (LUST) Program and Site Remediation Program (SRP), including preparation of regulatory reports, work plans, budgets, and reimbursement documentation, is highly preferred.
  • Experience with UST/AST systems, environmental sampling, remediation oversight, and subcontractor coordination preferred.
  • Familiarity with Illinois Environmental Protection Agency environmental regulations and tank programs is highly preferred.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in both field and office environments.
  • Ability to mentor and train junior staff.
  • Strong commitment to health and safety with a solid understanding of safe field practices.
  • 40-hour HAZWOPER certification required (current 8-hour refresher preferred).
  • Proficiency with Microsoft 365.
  • Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel locally to project sites. 

Why you'll love working for us:

  • Company-subsidized medical and dental.
  • Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability.
  • 401k match, tuition assistance, and more.
  • Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
  • Performance-based bonuses or other incentives.
  • Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
  • 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US.

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Req ID: 11916

Apex Job Title: Scientist 3 - Sr Project Scientist

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