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WSP USA Early Career Environmental Scientist/ Geologist in Madison, Wisconsin
Our Business
We are a global leader in environmental consulting - made stronger with the recent acquisition of Wood’s Environment & Infrastructure business and Golder - with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change. As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.
This Opportunity
WSP is currently seeking an Early Career Environmental Scientist/ Geologist for our growing Madison, Wisconsin office. We seek candidates who are interested and knowledgeable in environmental characterization and remediation of contaminated soil, groundwater, soil vapor, and sediments. We seek individuals who enjoy working in a highly collaborative, supportive team with regular mentoring. While this position is at the entry-level, we have a good track record of providing meaningful growth and advancement opportunities for new hires.
Your Impact
Learn to identify potential environmental concerns at a client property from desktop review of a variety of information sources and a site reconnaissance in support of an ASTM Practice E 1227-21
Become knowledgeable in various environmental drilling, monitoring well and vapor point installation, and field sampling and testing procedures for various environmental media in varied geologic settings
Coordinate field activities and schedules with property owners, subcontractors, laboratories, and oversee various contractors while conducting site investigation and remediation work on client properties
Assist in the evaluation and interpretation of hydrogeologic and chemical data, and in the preparation of project plans and technical reports
Work in a variety of locations across the United States during field assignments that often require multiple overnight stays within the project locale. The position may entail approximately 50% field work and 50% office work
Participate in training events, project meetings, and engineering team meetings
Work and travel safely, follow company and site safety standards, maintain training certificates
Learn and practice company codes for ethics and business conduct
Develop and maintain vendor and other professional contacts
Obtain and maintain professional memberships, licenses, and certifications
Grow as a consultant, demonstrating ability to manage multiple projects at one time while building successful client relationships
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
BS or MS in environmental science, geology or hydrogeology
0 to 1 years of experience in an environmental consulting or related practice
Demonstrated academic performance in basic and applied sciences, with interest in interdisciplinary applications
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Attention to detail, organization abilities and strong time management capabilities
Some fieldwork may require working with hazardous materials and in hazardous conditions
Must pass drug test, physical, background check and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the WSP's driving policy
Preferred Qualifications:
- OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour training in accordance with 29CFR 1910.120
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About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.