In-Office Location(s): Greenville, South Carolina and Columbia, South Carolina
Reports to: Staff Professional
Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Position Overview
Bunnell-Lammons Engineering (BLE) is seeking a Staff Associate to support environmental consulting projects involving environmental site assessments, field investigations, environmental sampling, asbestos sampling, and environmental remediation. This entry-level position provides hands-on experience in environmental consulting, with responsibilities spanning fieldwork, data collection, technical reporting, and project support.
Working under the direction of experienced professionals, the Staff Associate will contribute to project execution while developing the technical knowledge and professional skills necessary for career advancement.
Minimum Job Requirements
• Bachelor's degree from an ABET-accredited program in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field.
• 0–2 years of relevant environmental consulting experience preferred. Internships and co-op experience will be considered.
• Progress toward Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Geologist-in-Training (GIT) certification, where applicable, preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 80% of the time to local and regional project sites, typically within South Carolina and surrounding states, including overnight travel.
• Ability to perform fieldwork in varying weather conditions, uneven terrain, and potentially hazardous environments while following established safety procedures.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding field activities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Expertise and Fieldwork
• Conduct environmental field sampling of soil, groundwater, surface water, and air in accordance with established procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with environmental site assessments, including Phase I and Phase II ESAs, soil and groundwater investigations, drilling oversight, and remediation activities.
• Conduct asbestos surveys in accordance with state and federal requirements, after receiving appropriate training and certifications.
• Compile, evaluate, and document field and laboratory data for technical reports and regulatory submittals.
• Assist with report preparation, data entry, and development of project figures and supporting documentation.
Quality Assurance and Documentation
• Maintain accurate field records, including field logs, chain-of-custody forms, sampling documentation, and daily reports.
• Review field and laboratory data for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
• Follow established quality assurance procedures, project specifications, and regulatory requirements.
Project Coordination and Client Support
• Support project managers with work plans, schedules, field coordination, and project documentation.
• Communicate project progress, field observations, and potential delays to project managers and senior staff.
• Assist with client communications, proposal preparation, and subcontractor coordination under the direction of senior personnel.
• Collaborate with engineers, geologists, scientists, and other project team members to support project objectives and deadlines.
Safety and Regulatory Compliance
• Follow company health and safety policies, site-specific safety plans, and applicable environmental regulations.
• Identify potential field hazards and communicate safety concerns to project supervisors.
• Maintain compliance with applicable environmental standards and procedures, including RCRA, CERCLA, and ASTM requirements.
Working Conditions
• Field assignments require working outdoors in varying weather and site conditions.
• Travel may be required up to 80% of the time, including frequent and/or long-term overnight stays.
• Fieldwork may involve physically demanding activities, uneven terrain, and potentially hazardous environments.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform required field activities.
• Work may include a combination of field assignments and office-based reporting and documentation.
This job description provides a general overview of the position and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, functions, or procedures that may be required. BLE reserves the right to modify this description and reassign employees to alternate positions based on business needs.
Why Join Us?
• Diverse and growing environmental consulting project portfolio.
• Collaborative work environment with experienced technical professionals.
• Opportunities for professional development, technical training, and career advancement.
Benefits
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• 401(k) with partial company matching.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• Eight (8) paid holidays.
• Educational reimbursement programs, subject to applicable conditions.
• Vehicle allowance, subject to applicable conditions.
