Environmental Scientist

Are you highly motivated, hard-working, and seeking to join a growth-focused consulting & engineering firm? Are you looking for a company that will invest in your development and grow your professional skills? If so, consider a career with Apex!

Powered by record sales, extraordinary client retention, strategic acquisitions, and an entrepreneurial spirit, Apex Companies is one of the fastest growing engineering and environmental consulting firms in the US. We were recently recognized by the Zweig Group as one of the fastest growing firms in the AEC industry. We take pride in providing our clients with exceptional service and have earned numerous awards for project excellence. We continue to grow, and we want you to grow with us.

Our Northeast Division is seeking a dynamic Environmental Field Scientist to join our Glastonbury, CT or Providence, RI office. You'll be joining a well-respected and award-winning group where career development, training, and mentoring co-exist with diverse civil, environmental, water resources, and traffic/transportation projects in a fast-paced and rewarding work environment

Your Responsibilities as an Environmental Field Scientist:

• Collect field samples of soil, soil vapor, groundwater, surface water, and drinking water.

• Provide oversight of site investigation and characterization, as well as contaminated site remediation.

• Collect stormwater samples from municipal and private facilities in CT.

• Prepare field notes, photographs, and perform analysis and interpretation of field and analytical data.

• Prepare technical reports and conduct ASTM Phase I and Phase II environmental site assessments.

• Support emergency response services, communicate and collaborate with others, manage workloads and records, implement health & safety policies, and travel to different project sites.

What we're looking for:

• BA/BS in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field

• Valid driver’s license with a good driving history and reliable transportation

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other widely used computer programs

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Excellent technical communication skills with strong attention to detail

• Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices and maintaining an excellent safety record

• Ability to work effectively in fast‑paced environments and manage workloads efficiently

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a similar environmental or field‑based role

• Connecticut Remediation Standard Regulations (RSRs) experience

• Connecticut or Massachusetts stormwater sampling and reporting experience

• 40‑hour HAZWOPER certification

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to work in various weather conditions

• Physical ability to climb stairs and ladders and lift up to 50 pounds

• Willingness to travel regionally up to 90%

• Availability for infrequent night and weekend work

Why you'll love working with us:

• Medical, dental and vision plan options.

• Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability insurance.

• 401k plan.

• Paid time-off and holidays.

• Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.

• Other perks and incentives.

• Working with the best and brightest in the industry.

• 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US.

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Apex Job Title: Scientist 1 - Staff Scientist

Req ID: Req ID: 11474

Annual Expected Pay Range
$60,000—$73,000 USD

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