Apex Companies

Staff Environmental Scientist

Apex Companies  •  Vancouver, WA (Onsite)  •  1 hour ago
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Job Description

Are you driven to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact? At Apex, we’re building more than a consulting and engineering firm—we’re creating a place where your career accelerates, your contributions matter, and your potential is fully realized. We believe your growth is our growth, which is why we invest in your development at every stage of your career. Here, you’ll work on projects that shape communities, protect the environment, and create lasting impact, all while being empowered with the autonomy and flexibility to do your best work.

Fueled by high quality delivery, exceptional client retention, and strategic acquisitions, Apex Companies continues to rank among the fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry, recently recognized by the Zweig Group for our industry-leading growth. Our success is grounded in strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes.

As we continue to grow, we’re focused on building a team of high-performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, and push what’s possible. At Apex, you don’t just join a company, you help shape what comes next.

Apex is hiring a Staff Environmental Scientist I or Environmental Engineer I to be based in Vancouver, WA. At Apex, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside a dedicated group of talented engineers, scientists, and multi-discipline professionals on projects that vary widely in size and complexity- each making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. This role offers significant room for professional growth.

Your Responsibilities as a Staff Environmental Scientist:

  • Field collection of environmental samples (air, water, stormwater, wastewater, soil)
  • Routine regulatory reporting related to stormwater, wastewater, solid/hazardous waste, and air permit compliance
  • Preparing environmental management plans related to stormwater pollution prevention, spill prevention, and solid waste operations
  • Inspection and auditing for environmental compliance
  • Problem solving through selection and implementation of pollution prevention Best Management Practices for discharge permit compliance
  • Support a variety of environmental engineering tasks for remedial system design and construction
  • Assist with the evaluation and permitting of environmental projects
  • Presentation of environmental topics to employees, clients, and contractors
  • Travel to project sites within Washington and Oregon required
  • Represent Apex in a safe and professional manner both internally and externally

What we're looking for:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology or related field
  • Master's degree a plus
  • Experience collecting field samples of soil, groundwater, surface water, stormwater, wastewater, and air using standard environmental protocols
  • Experience preparing regulatory reports and permit-related documentation

Why you'll love working with us:

  • Medical, dental and vision plan options.
  • Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability insurance.
  • 401k plan.
  • Paid time-off and holidays.
  • Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
  • Other perks and incentives.
  • Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
  • 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US.

Apex Job Title: Scientist 1

Req ID: 11412

Hourly Expected Pay Range
$28$34 USD

We believe in equality for all and celebrate the diversity and differences of our employees, customers, and communities. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Apex aims to make apexcos.com accessible to all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, please contact Talent@apexcos.com or (301) 417-0200. Likewise, feel free to reach out to us if you would like to view or discuss Apex policy related to equal employment opportunity or have any related concerns. EO/AA/VEV/Disabled Employer

TO ALL RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: Apex Companies does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes for any of our job postings to our career’s sites, or to any employees of Apex Companies or affiliates. Apex Companies is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Apex Companies

About Apex Companies

Who is Apex?

We’re a team of award-winning professionals who tackle environmental challenges to save our clients time and money.

If you’re seeking responsive service and real-time results, contact us! We’d be happy to help. If you provide that caliber of technical excellence, contact us as well! We’re always seeking top talent.

Our competitors tout results. We deliver them. We saved one client over $30M while helping them achieve local community support and national recognition. But don’t take our word for it. Ask our clients. Partner with Apex. Discover what sets us apart. You’ll be glad you did.

About Apex

Established in 1988, Apex is a national multidisciplinary consulting and engineering services firm with a robust portfolio of capabilities in water; environment; environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and resiliency; health and safety; compliance and assurance; and infrastructure. Rated #13 as an ENR All-Environmental firm and #68 in the top 200 overall, we are known for our technical expertise, rapid response, operational integrity, and exceptional client satisfaction. We operate in all 50 states and maintain a highly capable and diverse team of scientists, geologists, engineers, technicians, and information management specialists.

At Apex, we pride ourselves on our culture of diversity and inclusion. We respect and appreciate the rich differences that race, gender identity and expression, family, sexual orientation, age, national origin, work experience, education, physical ability, and religion bring to the fabric of our organization. For Apex, it’s not just a box to check. We believe it’s the collaborative foundation that drives our success.

Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Rockville, Maryland
Year Founded
Unknown
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