Environmental Staff Professional

Environmental Staff ProfessionalRequisition Number: 2026-1810-12Are you an Environmental professional seeking a challenging opportunity to grow your career with a firm committed to our employees and providing high-quality service to our clients? S&ME is looking for an eager and dedicated full-time Staff Professional to join our Environmental team in Chattanooga, Tennessee. At S&ME, we have a history of delivering innovative geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction material testing for over 50 years. Over the decades, we have grown into a trusted partner for clients across various industries, including transportation, energy, water, waste management, education, government, commercial, industrial, and more. Our commitment to technical excellence and integrity has established us as a leader in our field.Why Work at S&ME?Career Growth: We invest in your success with mentorship, training, and leadership opportunities.Exciting Projects: Big or small, simple or complex, we do it all. Our projects are as diverse as they are exciting, so every day brings something new.Supportive Culture: Collaboration, respect, and positivity fuel our team environment.Flexibility: Work-life balance matters to us, helping you thrive inside and outside the office.Community Impact: Your work will directly improve the communities where we live, work, and play.About The Role:As an Environmental Staff Professional, you will support environmental investigation, compliance, remediation, brownfield redevelopment, and commercial property due diligence projects through Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs). You'll apply environmental regulations and industry best practices to evaluate site conditions, collect and interpret environmental data, and develop clear, defensible deliverables that meet client and regulatory requirements. This role offers a unique blend of fieldwork, technical analysis, project support, and professional growth opportunities, with hands-on experience across a wide variety of environmental projects.Environmental Field Investigations: Support Phase I and II ESAs, environmental investigations, remediation projects, and brownfield redevelopment efforts through site visits, environmental observations, and field documentation.Sampling & Data Collection: Collect soil, groundwater, soil gas, and other environmental media samples; perform field screening activities; and maintain accurate records, including field logs and chain-of-custody documentation.Field Coordination & Site Support: Assist with the coordination of field activities, including working alongside drilling crews, utility subcontractors, and project teams to support site characterization and remediation efforts.Environmental Data Analysis: Review, organize, and interpret field and laboratory data, compare findings to applicable federal and state regulatory standards, and support data management and graphical presentations.Technical Reporting & Project Support: Prepare clear, accurate technical reports and project documentation that communicate findings, support regulatory compliance, and help clients make informed environmental decisions.About You:You have a Bachelor's degree in Geology or a related fieldYou have 0-5 years of relevant geo-environmental experience, including consulting, regulatory, or industry rolesExperience with federal and/or state environmental regulations, a plusTennessee Professional Registration (e.g., Professional Geologist) or the intent to obtain, a plusYou are proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and familiar with ArcGIS and/or AutoCAD, a plusYou have strong attention to detail, creative, and critical thinkingYou have OSHA HAZWOPER 40 Hour Certification, a plusYou Are Willing and Able to:Perform the physical demands of the position with the use of company-provided Personal Protective Equipment such as:Working the majority of the time outdoors in varying weather conditionsWalking over rough, uneven terrain and standing for potentially up to 12 hours a dayRoutinely lifting and carrying 40-50lbs (field/laboratory samples and equipment)Maneuvering field equipment safely, such as a loaded wheelbarrow, on uneven ground around active construction sitesGrow With Us:At S&ME, your career growth matters. You'll receive professional training, work on exciting projects, and be part of a company that truly invests in its people. This is more than a job; it's a chance to build a long-term career in the engineering and construction industry. S&ME provides a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family, as well as career development resources. Come grow and thrive with us at S&ME!Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with a 5% company contribution 401(k) Retirement Plan Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) - with rollover optionsPaid Maternity/Parental LeaveEmployee Recognition ProgramCredential Incentive ProgramTuition ReimbursementCompany Vehicle with Fuel Card for Project-Based Work$2,000 Referral Bonuses & More!Join us at S&ME!This full-time role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.

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