Harris is a 100% employee-owned company focused on solving today's complex challenges in planning, design, and construction of public infrastructure. Our offices and project sites span the West Coast in California, Nevada and Washington with a staff of over 250 employee-owners. We focus on serving clients in the municipal, water, transportation, and education markets.

If you're a driven professional looking for a collaborative environment, work that makes a difference, and a firm that invests heavily in your growth, you could be a perfect fit for Harris & Associates.

We are hiring an  Hazardous Waste/Stormwater Pollution Prevention Specialist  for the $1.6 billion High Speed Rail project that is constructing the first high-speed rail system in our nation. Harris & Associates and PGH Wong are the joint-venture team working for the California High Speed Rail Authority to deliver the first 29-mile segment of this historic project—which has become a model for success across the United States. 

Hazardous Waste/Stormwater Pollution Prevention Specialist (Engineering Geologist)

Works under direction of the Environmental Manager and the Environmental Manager Deputy:

• Prepare project planning documents (work plans, quality control plans, health and safety   plans, sampling and analysis plans).

• Conduct field work preparation (procuring subcontracts, materials and equipment, and   scheduling subcontractors/vendors).

• Support remediation programs through analysis of remedial alternatives, evaluation of   remedial performance data, and remediation system optimization.

• Compile and interpret complex technical data, and prepare technical memorandums and   project reports as the principal author; respond to internal, client and regulatory comments.

• Work and communicate in a team environment to ensuring quality project execution.

• Ability to perform soil, groundwater, sediment, surface water, air, and waste characterization   sampling.

• Knowledge of operation maintenance of soil and groundwater remedial systems.

• Conduct lithological/soil classifications per standard references Complete required field documentation.

• Critically think and make sound decisions to troubleshoot issues while working in the field.

  Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Engineering, or related Environmental Science field + 2 years   of environmental assessment/remediation experience.

• Experience with assessment and remedial programs under CERCLA and RCRA regulations.

• Strong attention to detail, with excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities to ensure   compliance with project requirements.

• Ability to provide excellent customer service, build rapport with clients, and remain   responsive to client needs and expectations.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact effectively with the   project team, customers, and stakeholders.

• Ability to follow direction and work independently, as well as in a team environment, and   understands project roles and responsibilities.

• Experience working with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint

• Valid Driver's License with satisfactory driving record required

  COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

  The salary range for this position is $70K-130K. This will be dependent on the experience and expertise of the incoming candidate.

We offer competitive salaries and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Harris & Associates is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an EEO/AA employer.  We invite resumes from all interested and qualified candidates including women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities.

Harris & Associates is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital status, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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