Environmental Scientist
Company: Coneco Engineers & Scientists
Location: Providence
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Coneco Engineer’s & Scientist is actively seeking an
Environmental Scientist to add to our team for our Providence, RI
office. We are a consulting firm that focuses on environmental
management, civil engineering, ecological permitting, and land
surveying. We have provided exceptional environmental services with
diverse and well-known local and national companies for over 30
years. We offer a wide range of services in Massachusetts, Rhode
Island, Connecticut, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. Coneco
offers the ability to learn and collaborate with experienced
professionals who will help provide the formal training and
mentoring needed to grow professionally and strive toward future
possibilities within the company. This career opportunity will
allow you to participate in a variety of environmental assessment
and remediation projects, plan field activities, engage in field
oversight of subcontractors, author technical reports, communicate
with staff, ensure quality execution, and evaluate site data to
proactively progress projects toward regulatory closure. The
position requires strong attention to detail with excellent
analytical and problem-solving capabilities to ensure compliance
with relevant state/federal regulations and client-specific
requirements. The ideal candidate is motivated and safety-conscious
with effective communication skills. Qualifications: · 0-5 years of
experience · B.S. in Environmental Science/Engineering, Geology,
Chemistry, Biology, Natural Resource Management, or a related
course of study. · Familiarity and/or coursework in ArcGIS and
AutoCAD. · OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER training is a plus but not
required. · Flexibility to work on a multitude of diverse projects,
a positive attitude, and commitment to workplace health and safety.
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills. · Attention to
detail and ability to observe, document, and communicate field
conditions. · Be self-motivated; willingness to work independently
or collaborate as a team to solve problems. · This position
involves field work in all types of weather and terrain at various
times of the day. Flexibility and preparedness are a must. · Must
pass background check, drug screening; have an insurable driving
record and an acceptable motor vehicle record. Responsibilities: ·
Conduct sampling activities (including soil, air, groundwater,
surface water, building materials). · Oversee subsurface drilling
activities and sampling collection. · Provide remedial action
oversight/direction to environmental service field crews. · Respond
to emergency releases of petroleum products, mercury, PCB’s, etc. ·
Oversee underground storage tank removals and prepare closure
reports. · Perform industrial hygiene and air/dust monitoring
associated with construction and utility work. · Use of field
equipment for monitoring, field screening, and sampling purposes. ·
Data analysis and interpretation to determine the next course of
action. · Draft site plans, sampling plans, and other figures. ·
Prepare technical and regulatory reports for submittal to clients
and state/federal agencies. · Communicate with clients and
subcontractors as needed. · Attend required health and safety
training sessions and obtain necessary certifications. · Perform
ASTM-compliant Phase I Environmental Site Assessments & Phase II
Investigations. Salary will be commensurate with experience. This
full-time position offers an excellent benefits package including
health, vision and dental coverage plans, life and AD&D
insurance plans, short & long-term disability programs, IRA
retirement plan, tuition reimbursement program, paid holidays and
paid vacation. Career Development : We are committed to investing
in the professional development of our staff, offering each
employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of
their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements
for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated
with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career
development through our internal Mentoring Program. Job Type:
Full-time Pay: $45,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k)
Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life
insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development
assistance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour
shift Ability to commute/relocate: Providence, RI 02903: Reliably
commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education: Associate (Preferred) Work Location: In person
Keywords: Coneco Engineers & Scientists, Cambridge , Environmental Scientist, Science, Research & Development , Providence, Massachusetts
