Environmental Scientist - Colliers Engineering & Design

Bergmann, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design is currently looking for an Environmental Scientist to join our Buffalo, NY team. In this position, the Environmental Scientist will conduct site assessments, investigations, surveys and prepare environmental documentation. 

Bergmann’s environmental monitoring and remediation experts investigate, characterize and design remedial measures for environmental concerns that create risks for human health and the environment. Our solutions are designed to meet the regulatory clean-up standards appropriate for new construction and site redevelopment.

Our Environmental Monitoring & Remediation Solutions include:

• Brownfields assessment and cleanup

• Groundwater and soil monitoring and sampling

• Hydrogeological investigations

• Stray gas response

• Remediation & restoration services

• Subsurface vapor intrusion & mitigation

• Asbestos, lead and mold design, sampling & monitoring

• Hydrostatic test water sampling, monitoring & reporting

The Environmental Scientist typical duties include:

• Make decisions independently regarding environmental complexities and methods
• Analyze data, reports, maps, drawings, tests, etc. in order to plan, design and implement a project
• Complete initial preparation of reports, specifications, plans, schedules and designs for projects
• Assist in the assembly of pricing, estimating, scoping and marketing strategies for pro-posed projects
• Follow standards of practice such as ASTM, OSHA, NYSICR-56, NYSDEC and USEPA Regu-lations
• Adhere to company and client QA/QC standards
• Provide quality control to draft documents and drawings
• Work with project designers to determine the environmental impact of project
• Coordinate and collaborate with other design and technical professionals who are part of the project team
• Perform field inspections, research, measurements, well monitoring, operations & mainte-nance of remedial equipment and sample collection
• Coordinate submission of lab samples
• Complete client specific safety training as required
• Attend client meetings as required
• Provide Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessments and investigations
• Conduct asbestos inspections and quantifications
• Conduct EPA and state regulated mold inspections and quantifications
• May serve as on-site project representative
• Establish & maintain positive relationships with co-workers, support and build others on the team and across disciplines/offices
• Be responsive to others and share information to improve efficiency and help others achieve goals; listen and engage in productive and critical debate
• Suggest new ideas and processes; stay informed of developments in practice areas; view obstacles as opportunities

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering or Science or related field from an accredited university
• At least 2 years of experience in Environmental Engineering or applicable technical field

• Experience with asbestos & contamination preferred
• 40 Hour HAZWOPER Certification preferred
• 8-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER Supervisor Certification helpful
• OSHA 10-Hour Safety & Health Standards for Construction preferred
• NYSDOL ACM Inspector Certification helpful
• Willingness to undertake training as necessary to fill environmental needs
• Technical writing skills preferred

• Travel 50% primarily within state

At Bergmann, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!