Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental, industrial and infrastructure construction projects. Headquartered in Austin, TX, Atlas currently has over 3,500 employees with offices throughout the US, including Alaska & Hawaii. It’s no accident that Atlas creates a better experience for infrastructure and environmental projects. It’s how we are built – with the best people in the industry, with the reach and expertise to help at any and every step of the project, and with a heart-led approach that puts quality and safety at the center of everything we do. We’re just built to be better. We are a great company.
We are seeking a Senior Environmental Specialist (EIR Scientist) to join our Los Angeles, CA team! Come join us!
Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Manage day-to-day operations for subsurface investigation projects throughout California including all aspects of the project life cycle such as proposal generation, technical execution, reporting, and invoicing.
- Provide mentorship for junior level staff.
- Execute project work appropriate for experience level related to due diligence, site investigation and characterization, remediation, and related environmental consulting areas.
- Work closely with local management to develop new clients and expand services provided to existing clients.
- Actively participate in professional and technical organizations appropriate for core skill set and client needs.
- Prepare or review reports by assisting with data compilation, reduction, interpretation, evaluation, and comparison to state and/or federal environmental regulatory standards.
- Positively interact with internal and external clients, service partners, and contractors.
- Promote a safety-first culture that values proactive measures and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with other team members toward a common goal of providing client-centric services with high quality interactions and deliverables.
- Embrace and model the Atlas core values including trust, mastery, heart, and life
Minimum requirements:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering, or other applied science,
- Minimum 10 years of experience, including a combination of project management, field work, data evaluation, technical writing, and QA/QC in the environmental consulting field.
- Working knowledge of procedures and methodologies related to due diligence, site investigation, and remediation.
- Experience with client management, contract management, business development, and participation in professional organizations.
- Experience with implementation and supervision of health and safety requirements.
- Strong written and oral communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Teams, Excel, and PowerPoint).
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently or in a team setting.
- Excellent problem solving and general scientific evaluation skills
- Excellent time management skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple activities on an ongoing basis.
- Must be able to pass drug screen and motor vehicle background check.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Technical requirements:
- Experience with environmental consulting and project management in California.
- Current registration as a Professional Engineer or Professional Geologist.
- 40-hr HAZWOPER training and 8-hour annual refresher.
- Complete Atlas Project Manager I training within 6 months of hire.
Other miscellaneous qualities:
- Experience managing contracts for the State of California and specifically hazardous waste contracts for Caltrans considered a plus.
- Experience with aerially deposited lead (ADL) a plus.
Compensation:
$150 - $175k annual salary
The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the state’s law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.
Benefits:
Atlas offers a comprehensive benefit program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, Atlas benefits include health, dental, vision, life, AD&D, voluntary life / AD&D, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, employee assistance program, educational assistance program.
Who We Are:
We strive to be the most sought-after infrastructure and environmental solutions company, known for our unique, values-driven approach and brought to life by the industry’s most exceptional people.
Atlas provides professional testing, inspection, engineering, environmental and consulting services from more than 100 locations nationwide. We deliver solutions to both public and private sector clients in the transportation, commercial, water, government, education and industrial markets.
With a legacy of providing consistent quality and results, Atlas creates a better experience at every stage of an infrastructure project. We connect the best experts in the industry to deliver value from concept to completion and beyond. This means doing everything our clients expect and then raising the expectations in a way that only our people can.
Our Values:
Life: We enhance quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.
Heart: As our hallmarks, we act with compassion, empathy and respect.
Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.
Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, we ensure greatness inspires all our work.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion are at the core of our purpose & values:
We are committed to enhancing the lives of our employees, customers, shareholders, and the communities where we live and work. We believe in our heart-led approach and place a strong focus on conducting our business in an ethical, compassionate, and respectful way. Through our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Program, we seek to hire, develop, and promote a talented and diverse team of professionals nationwide. We believe in leveraging the power of our different backgrounds, beliefs, perspectives and capabilities to create value for our company and our communities. Our values of Life, Heart, Mastery and Trust are the principles by which we operate, the character of our people, and the culture of our organization. We’re Stronger Together.
Atlas EEOC Statement
Atlas is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Atlas makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, read through our EEO Policy https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
