Burns & McDonnell - Kansas City, MO
posted about 2 months ago
The Assistant Environmental Scientist will play a crucial role in supporting environmental and regulatory compliance efforts at Burns & McDonnell. This position involves assisting in the execution of environmental and siting studies, preparing necessary permitting applications, and analyzing environmental data for a variety of projects. These projects may include high-voltage transmission line routing, power generation construction activities, and water treatment facilities. The Assistant Environmental Scientist will be responsible for conducting field surveys and assessments, collecting project-related data, and analyzing this data to support environmental impact projects. In addition to fieldwork, the role includes preparing technical reports, environmental impact statements, and conducting environmental field studies. The Assistant will utilize GIS data for map production, ensuring adherence to industry standards and best practices. The position also involves performing environmental site investigations, supporting erosion control efforts, and conducting subsurface soil sampling. Furthermore, the Assistant will assist in conducting environmental compliance audits and preparing a variety of permitting applications, including those related to air quality, land use, and cultural resources. The role requires supporting site selection studies and preparing related documentation in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The Assistant Environmental Scientist must ensure compliance with company and site safety policies and perform other duties as assigned, while adhering to all relevant policies and standards.