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Your role

The Team

• They 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 they 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 seeking an Early Career Environmental Scientist to work out at their Portland, ME office.
• Takes part in providing local technical assistance for the collection, identification, and compiling of observational and spatial data concerning a variety of biological, physical, and earth sciences.
• Provides local assistance for the development of processes and infrastructure relating to water supply, air emission, pollution control, cultural impact, and preserving the quality of the environment by identifying, controlling, and preventing disruption to environmental systems and species caused by human activity.
• Generates accurate and concise documentation, ensuring that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards.

Your Impact

• Under general supervision, conduct natural resource field surveys collecting observational, spatial, and environmental data.
• Under general supervision, collect and compile samples of air, soil, water, sludge, and other matrices for analysis.
• Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurement and documentation.
• Assist with performing basic professional environmental science work relating to ecological systems, air, and water resources, assisting with verifying the characteristics of a site, and providing entry-level technical assistance on various environmental issues. 
• Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems and field/work site notebooks.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, the maintenance of sample collection, location data, laboratory or statistical documentation, and logbooks.
• Utilize the latest technologies and techniques in performing studies and analysis of habitats, sites, and potential impacts on the health of the environment and the population.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• 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.

About you

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, or a related life sciences field.
• 0 to 1 years of relevant post-education experience. 
• Analytical skills, and familiarity with research techniques, local/regional ecology and habitats, and applicable species/discipline.
• Familiar with relevant environmental laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements. 
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a scientific and non-scientific audience.
• Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Basic proficiency with business writing, office automation, and communication software, technology, and tools.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
• The selected candidate must have the ability to work in the United States immediately. 

Preferred Qualifications

• A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.

Benefits

If you join as a full-time employee, you will get the following benefits:

• Health and Wellness Programs
• Salary Continuance Insurance
• Financial and Retirement Plans
• Work-Life Balance Initiatives
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Leave Policies
• Rewards and Recognition Programs
• Professional Development Opportunities
• WSP helps shape the future

Training & development

At WSP, early career professionals, receive structured training programs supervised by experienced professionals. You will discover a culture that rewards dedication with support and encouragement while you explore a wide variety of opportunities that enable you to do meaningful, impactful work in your community. Through the WSP Learning Portal, you will access a wide range of programs and courses for career development including internal and external courses, videos, textbooks, and e-learning.

Career progression

WSP offers several different career paths. Their people are the key to their success. You can specialize in your field of technology or become a project manager with responsibility for large and complex projects. You might be interested in a management career with responsibility for a unit, department, or business area. Or you might move towards business development, developing client relationships, and bringing in new business.

How to apply

This role is available in multiple locations in the USA. You can submit your application for the location that best suits your preference.

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• wsp.com/en-au/careers/why-join-us/employee-benefits
• wsp.com/en-ph/careers/what-we-offer
• youtube.com/@WSPUSA