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Job Title: Environmental Scientist/Project ManagerJob Description

We are seeking a dedicated Environmental Scientist/Project Manager to join our team. This role involves a blend of fieldwork during the construction seasons (spring through fall) and office work in Beloit during the winter months. You will be responsible for managing soil on IDOT construction projects and conducting hazardous material surveys of commercial and industrial real estate.

Responsibilities

• Manage soil on IDOT construction projects to evaluate contamination levels.

• Document findings and fill out reports using a company laptop.

• Coordinate with contractors and foremen on-site.

• Conduct hazardous material surveys, including asbestos, lead, and mold inspections.

• Supervise asbestos abatement and project management.

• Prepare asbestos abatement specifications, project designs, and O&M programs.

• Conduct air sampling professional services and mold assessments.

• Perform Phase 1 site assessments (ASTM standards).

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Engineering, or a similar field.

• Field experience in construction, soil sampling, or a related area.

• Ability to work 50-hour workweeks during summer and some nights/weekends.

• Strong attention to detail and quality through repetition.

• Comfortable communicating with site foremen and other stakeholders.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with environmental science and remediation.

• Knowledge of IDOT and DOT regulations.

• Proficiency in using a PID for soil screening.

• Ability to work full-time in the Beloit office during winter months.

Work Environment

During the construction season, you will work out of your own or a company vehicle, driving to job sites and taking samples. Standard hours are 7am to 5pm, with occasional late night and weekend work. In the winter months, you will work from our office in Beloit, which features a comfortable environment with office cubicles. Projects are primarily located in and around the Chicago suburbs and within 100 miles of Beloit. We are a family-oriented firm offering flexible working conditions, growth opportunities, competitive compensation, and a range of benefits including health insurance, a YMCA membership, 401k matching, vacation time, and performance bonuses.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $27.00

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Rockford,IL.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Dec 6, 2024.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.