Environmental Scientist

Environmental Scientist

Paducah, KY or St. Louis, MO

Drive Environmental Solutions. Lead From the Field.

BFW/Marcum is seeking an experienced Environmental Scientist to perform Phase I and Phase II environmental site assessments and support permitting and compliance work across our Paducah and St. Louis offices. This is a high-impact technical role where you'll independently perform complex environmental assessments and investigations, build client relationships, and establish yourself as a trusted technical resource in environmental due diligence, permitting, and regulatory compliance.

If you are an accomplished environmental consulting professional with 5-10 years of Phase I/II experience, a strong understanding of federal and state regulations, and a passion for solving environmental challenges that move projects forward, we want to hear from you.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities

• Phase I and Phase II Projects – Independently conduct Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) in accordance with ASTM standards and conduct Phase II investigations from planning through reporting.
• Environmental Sampling & Data Evaluation – Perform soil, groundwater, surface water, and sediment sampling; analyze results to assess environmental conditions and develop recommendations that inform project decisions.
• Permitting & Regulatory Compliance – Research applicable environmental requirements; prepare permit applications and compliance documentation; and support agency coordination, audits, and inspections. Experience may include NEPA, 404/401, stormwater, wastewater, SPCC, and SWPPPs.
• Technical Reporting & Communication – Prepare environmental reports, agency correspondence, and technical deliverables for clients, regulators, and project teams.
• Project & Technical Support – Review project plans for environmental requirements, perform QA/QC of technical deliverables, and support Project Managers with scopes, schedules, budgets, and proposals.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Environmental Engineering, Biology, Natural Resources, or related field
• 5-10 years of environmental consulting or related professional experience
• Experience conducting Phase I ESAs and Phase II environmental investigations
• Working knowledge of environmental sampling, technical reporting, and applicable federal and state environmental regulations
• Experience with environmental permitting and regulatory compliance processes preferred
• NEPA experience (preparation or support of environmental review documentation) – preferred
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites across Kentucky and Missouri

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental and Vision Coverage (employee coverage, employer paid)
• Employer Paid Life Insurance of $50,000
• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance available for employee and dependents
• Paid Medical Leave
• Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Generous Company Match 401(k) program
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Paid Time Off
• Ten Paid Holidays

Job Type:

• Full-time

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Applicant understands and acknowledges that, if hired, they will be required to provide proof of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States, and that federal immigration laws require me to complete an I-9 form for this purpose. 

Bacon Farmer Workman Engineering & Testing, Inc. and Marcum Engineering LLC are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers, committed to a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetics, citizenship status, or any other legally protected basis.