Our BusinessWe 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 OpportunityWSP is currently initiating a search for an Early Career Environmental Scientist for our San Diego, CA office. Be involved in projects with our Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.The ideal candidate will be excited about the opportunity to maintain and grow our environmental consulting business and possess knowledge and technical skills in storm water management, NPDES compliance, hazardous materials and hazardous waste inventory and management planning, tank management, and solid waste management.Your Impact
Perform site audits for various environmental media.
Consulting for federal storm water compliance projects
Work with project managers and other experienced staff to support environmental compliance projects
Perform field work following Wood’s training program, including subcontractor management, field testing for various water media, monitoring sample collection systems, performing operation & maintenance functions sample collection equipment, and documenting field activities
Set up field projects, including permitting; hiring subcontractors; coordinating with staff, laboratories, and subcontractors; and obtaining necessary equipment
Participating in engineering analysis and design
Ensure projects are performed safely
Perform data review and management
Prepare reports documenting field and other efforts
Assist the Project Manager and team in ensuring effective client and regulatory agency communication and relations
Follow company safety standards, site safety standards and provides all required permitting
Willingness to travel to project sites throughout California and the West Coast
Maintain a positive attitude and be a team player.
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You AreRequired Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, or a related life sciences field.
0 to 1 years of experience working in the environmental compliance field.
Ability to read, interpret and apply information on State and Federal technical guidance, and regulations, and compliance determinations.
Must have the ability to obtain security clearance to access military installations
Organized and time management skills
Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and in writing, and professionally to a scientific and non-scientific audience.
Effective self-motivation with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.
Proficiency with MS Office: Word, Excel, and Powerpoint
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, and statistical analyses.
Willingness to work more than 8 hours per day when necessary for project success and the flexibility to work outside of business hours, when necessary.
Must pass drug test, background check and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company's driving (MVR) policy
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Physical Demands
Field activities may require working in unfavorable weather conditions
Ability to stoop, kneel, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds
Working in a standing position for the majority of the field work day
Ability to drive a large pick-up truck
Ability to use hands to operate field equipment
Ability to obtain a contractors identification card to access military bases.
Close, distance, and peripheral vision; normal auditory function
Must complete pre-employment fit for duty physical demonstrating ability to meet job requirements
WSP Benefits:WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.Compensation:Expected Salary (all locations): $48,600 - $80,300WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.#LI-MC2About WSPWSP 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.www.wsp.comWSP 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.
