Staff Environmental Scientist (Chesterfield, VA)

Koontz Bryant Johnson Williams (KBJW) is seeking a Jr. Environmental Scientist to join our dynamic growing team in our Chesterfield, VA office.

Named a 2023 Top Workplace by the Richmond Times-Dispatch, KBJW is a fun, family-oriented business, dedicated to the success of our employees, clients, and our communities. For more than 30 years, we have served as a leading engineering firm in the Mid-Atlantic Region. With our rapid growth and several strategic acquisitions there is an excellent opportunity to begin a fulfilling career at KBJW.

KBJW offers interesting projects, a friendly atmosphere, professional development, and a competitive benefits package. We are looking for employees who are willing to work hard, solve problems and help us grow.

Position Summary
The Environmental Scientist's primary function is to be responsible for obtaining, negotiating fees, scope and supervision of assigned projects, to assure projects conform to the firm's commitments to the client and that the project is completed within the allocated period of time and with the assigned budget. Responsible for several concurrent projects. Project Managers have the obligation to actively participation in bringing work into the firm.

Job Responsibilities

• Identifies prospective clients and in conjunction with the Group Manager
• Takes a lead role in the proposal negotiation and contract processes.
• Has authority to quote fees as authorized in PFI policy directives.
• Maintains a good relationship with client after project is finished to assure securing future work the client may have.
• Determines costs and time schedules for proposed work with the aid of the Senior Project Manager
• Assists client as required in selection of contractors and monitors their performance as required.
• Conducts meetings and issues correspondence to ensure project work is processed in accordance with the contract.
• Answers questions and give daily guidance to team members assigned to project.
• Checks all work for general appearance and completeness.
• Recognizes problems quickly, addresses and corrects them promptly.
• Initiates all correspondence submitted to client pertaining to his projects. Recommends and/or coordinates changes with client as required

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university • Advanced technical writing skills
• Jr Environmental Scientist: 2+ yrs experience
• A flexible working style with an ability to work independently and within a team.
• Analytical and judgment capabilities.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, and Outlook), Adobe Acrobat and/or Bluebeam.
• A valid driver's license and the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.

Work requirements

• May require the ability to sit for long periods of time, stand, walk and manipulate (carry, lift, move) light to medium weights of 10-30 pounds.
• Ability to walk construction job sites and climb ladders is necessary.
• Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including the ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate technical equipment, read technical information and to analyze complex data.
• Occasional travel to offsite locations to perform work and work-related errands or to attend meetings may be required.
• May need to be on project sites for extended periods of time.
• Must have valid license to operate a motor vehicle.

Why KBJW?

KBJW employees receive competitive compensation as well as the following benefits:

• Comprehensive group medical insurance including health, dental, vision and life.
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• 401K retirement
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible work hours
• Profit-sharing and bonuses

KBJW is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic covered by law.

Reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities as defined by the ADA.

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.