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SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST / GEOLOGIST

Broadbent & Associates, Inc., Reno, NV, United States


Senior Environmental Scientist / Geologist
Broadbent & Associates, Inc. of Reno, Nevada is looking to hire a full‑time, Senior Level Environmental Scientist/Geologist to oversee a wide variety of complex environmental projects in Nevada and California. This position earns a competitive salary, depending on experience. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including a bonus program, 100% medical insurance monthly premium coverage for employee and family, dental, vision, a health savings account (HSA), a generous 401(k) retirement plan with safe harbor contribution and company match, vacation, sick time, life insurance, ability to earn additional paid time off, solid opportunities for advancement, and a friendly and fun work environment in all our offices.

About Broadbent & Associates, Inc.
Founded in 1987, Broadbent is a full‑service environmental remediation, water resource, and civil engineering firm. We provide professional services throughout the United States and beyond to oil companies, mining operations, agricultural companies, municipalities, private industries, governmental agencies, public and private utilities, and developers. Our mission is to build long‑term client relationships by providing sound scientific solutions to comprehensive resource management challenges. We're very client‑focused with a commitment to providing services in a time‑efficient and cost‑effective manner.

A Day in the Life of a Senior Environmental Scientist / Geologist
As a Senior‑level professional, you are the engine of our business. Your hard work ensures that we deliver for our clients. Under the supervision of the Division Manager or Principal Professional, you will:

Prepare and review work plans, technical documents, and reports for federal, state, and local regulatory agencies

Prepare and review new client proposals for federal, state, and local regulatory agencies

Develop the scope of environmental assessment and remediation projects from our diverse portfolio and manage them within budget

Conduct regular field visits to drive project execution and ensure that appropriate health and safety procedures are being followed

Review and approve supplier work proposals and invoices

Evaluate/interpret data and prepare detailed reports

Assist with marketing and business development

Mentor junior staff to assist with their professional development

Your people skills are essential as you interact regularly with local and national clientele as well as regulatory agencies. Though you do spend a lot of time visiting job sites and interacting with people, you also make sure to keep up with all your administrative responsibilities. Ensuring that clients are happy as well as that all jobs are delivered on time, within the scope, and on budget, gives you a great sense of accomplishment!

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in geology, hydrogeology, environmental science, engineering, or related field

Certified Environmental Manager (CEM) or Professional Geologist (PG) certification

Seven or more years of experience in geological assessments, water supply, water treatment, environmental assessments, contaminant investigation, contaminant remediation, stormwater management, wastewater treatment, permitting projects, or compliance projects in the public and private sectors

Consulting experience

Strong working knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations and experience interacting with governmental regulatory agencies

Demonstrated ability to properly manage multiple projects concurrently while ensuring compliance with deliverable timelines

Ability to travel within the western regional US

Desired Qualities

Possess strong work ethic and knowledge of the consulting business

Strong commitment to safety and staff development

Possess ability to effectively manage personnel and administrative functions

Advanced technical capabilities associated with the specific field of expertise

Motivated self‑starter and ability to perform periodic field work

Strong problem solving, research, and communication skills

Ability to identify and mitigate potential hazards associated with site operations

Willingness to conduct Business Development activities

Technical writing competency and computer literacy

In‑depth experience with service line specific cost projections, budget preparation and tracking

Ability to work individually and as a team member

Work Schedule and Location
This full‑time Senior project management position typically works Monday - Friday with some traveling, overnight and weekend work. May engage extended two‑ or three‑week projects regarding emergency response (voluntary).

Broadbent is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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