Sr. Environmental Scientist

Purpose of Role:

The Sr. Environmental Scientist will be responsible for environmental compliance of the project as it advances into construction and operations by leading and working as a member of the team in the development of environmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Best Management Practices (BMP). Responsibilities include:

Roll Accountabilities:

• Ensuring compliance and assessing impacts associated with an operating copper mine, industrial processing facility and construction site.
• Effectively communicate with regulatory and government agencies, and professional associations, to develop and maintain good working relationships and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate monitoring of project/operation emissions, waste management and process related environmental aspects.
• Knowledge/experience with local, state and federal environmental regulation and programs (CWA, CAA, RCRA, NPDES, APP, drinking water, etc.).
• Supervision of surface water, groundwater, stormwater, soil and other monitoring in support of environmental compliance programs and permitting.
• Provide technical guidance, leadership and mentorship within environmental department.
• Promote and communicate environmental training/awareness/standards to employees and contractors to minimize impact risk.
• Conduct environmental compliance inspections of work areas and job sites.
• Data analysis, QA/QC, records management and preparation of reports.
• Use of electronic data management and compliance reporting software.
• Serve as Project Manager or technical expert on environmental projects.
• Work with the Project development team to ensure construction complies with environmental plans, policies, permits, etc.
• Maintain records, compose correspondence, and perform other administrative activities as necessary to meet compliance requirements.
• Lead compliance audits, assess risks and recommend corrective actions.

Minimum Qualifications and Education:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science or Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Hydrology, Forestry, Environmental/Natural Resource Management or other related degree.
• Minimum of 5 years environmental compliance experience, preferably at a mining or industrial manufacturing operation.
• Experience planning, assigning and supervising work for employees or contractors.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of professionals from varied departments and disciplines effectively and with limited supervision.
• Excellent presentation, verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with MS Office (Excel, Word, etc.), geoportal and compliance tracking software preferred.
• Possess or willingness to obtain training, certification or licensure appropriate to the job may include HAZWOPER, Method 9, DOT, EMS Auditor, Asbestos, Water Treatment Operator, or CHMM.