Environmental Specialist

Description

Job Description:

Leidos is seeking an Environmental Specialist to support environmental investigation and remediation projects at federal and private sector client locations across the United States. The Environmental Specialist will lead and direct task teams, plan and support field investigations, conduct data analysis and interpretation, and prepare project reports. The Environmental Scientist will work with Leidos Project Managers and Senior Staff, and interface with multiple Leidos offices and subcontractors.

This is a hybrid position, and will require in office support on a regular basis in Bothell, Washington. When not traveling, remote work will be allowed a couple days a week.

Must be able to obtain access to, and conduct work on, U.S. Government installations; U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Resident Status is required. Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to travel domestically 25% of the time. ​

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage and execute project tasks including: project costs and schedules, coordination and logistics, and project deliverables.
• Define project requirements and standards; develop project work plans, and task management and technical reports
• Prepare and review sampling and analysis plans, waste management plans, subcontractor statements of work (e.g., drilling services, surveying), procurement of materials and supplies for field investigations, coordinate and be involved with field activities, support preparation of health and safety plans, and other related documentation.
• Compile, interpret, and report data and other site information to meet project quality assurance requirements under Federal (e.g. CERCLA), state (e.g., MTCA), and/or client programs.
• Prepare technical reports, including complex technical analysis, conceptual site models, and visual data presentations, including maps, cross sections, and tables.
• Develop, analyze, and select remedial alternatives and exit strategies.
• Prepare and present project findings to clients, regulatory agencies, and the public.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Geology, Earth Sciences, Environmental Sciences, or related field and at least 2 years’ experience interpreting and analyzing chemical, geological, and/or engineering data to address project/reporting requirements.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of emerging PFAS technical guidance and investigations.
• Prior completion of OSHA 1910.120 hazardous waste worker certification (40-hour HAZWOPER) and OSHA occupational physical exam and medical clearance allowing performance of field work at hazardous waste sites.
• Specialized skills in environmental regulatory requirements; environmental statistical methods (e.g., trend analysis) and software tools (e.g., ProUCL); environmental databases (e.g., data management); or commonly employed contaminant fate/transport models (e.g., SESOIL, AT123D).

Pay Range:

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is a Fortune 500® technology, engineering, and science solutions and services leader working to solve the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, civil, and health markets. The company’s 45,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $14.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 30, 2022.  For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here.

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Commitment to Diversity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.