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Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental, industrial and infrastructure construction projects. Headquartered in Austin, TX, Atlas currently has over 3,500 employees with offices throughout the US, including Alaska & Hawaii. It’s no accident that Atlas creates a better experience for infrastructure and environmental projects. It’s how we are built – with the best people in the industry, with the reach and expertise to help at any and every step of the project, and with a heart-led approach that puts quality and safety at the center of everything we do. We’re just built to be better. We are a great company.

We are seeking a **Project Scientist (DD Project Scientist 1)** to join our Columbus, OH team! Come join us!

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Staff Scientist will complete the necessary research and reporting to complete NEPA projects for HUD, USDA, HRSA, and other Federal Agencies as well as ASTM Phase I Environmental Site Assessments.

+ Contacting government agencies and compiling associated documents

+ Conducting onsite inspections of undeveloped and developed real estate

+ Conducting wetlands and waters delineation field work, report writing, and permitting

+ Conduct T&E habitat assessments and species surveys.

+ Conduct wetland and stream assessments

+ Identify native and invasive plant species that are common in the US.

+ Report preparation.

+ Assist with budgeting and proposals.

+ Support other disciplines as needed.

Minimum requirements:

+ B.S. (or B.A.), preferably in Environmental Sciences, Engineering, Geology, Planning

+ A valid driver’s license and clean driving record is required.

+ The position will require travel, potentially overnight and out of state work.

+ Applicants must meet requirements for employment in the U.S.

Technical requirements:

+ Knowledge and understanding of the NEPA process and completion of Environmental Assessments and similar documents.

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills, technical writing skills, and attention to detail.

+ Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

+ Ability to work on multiple projects and changing priorities without missing deadlines or losing sight of overall project goals.

+ Ability to lift heavy objects, traverse rough terrain, and experience in working in inclement weather with exposure to sun and cold

+ Ability to work independently with little direct supervision; self-motivated with sound professional judgement

Other miscellaneous qualities:

+ Experience with Phase I Environmental Site Assessments

+ Experience with GPS technology, ArcGIS and electronic field data collection

+ Experience with ODOT procedures and regulations.

+ Experience in Wetland Delineation Trade licenses for asbestos, radon and lead-based paint

Benefits:

Atlas offers a comprehensive benefit program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, Atlas benefits include health, dental, vision, life, AD&D, voluntary life / AD&D, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, employee assistance program, educational assistance program.

Who We Are:

We strive to be the most sought-after infrastructure and environmental solutions company, known for our unique, values-driven approach and brought to life by the industry’s most exceptional people.

Atlas provides professional testing, inspection, engineering, environmental and consulting services from more than 100 locations nationwide. We deliver solutions to both public and private sector clients in the transportation, commercial, water, government, education and industrial markets.

With a legacy of providing consistent quality and results, Atlas creates a better experience at every stage of an infrastructure project. We connect the best experts in the industry to deliver value from concept to completion and beyond. This means doing everything our clients expect and then raising the expectations in a way that only our people can.

Our Values:

**Life:** We enhance quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

**Heart:** As our hallmarks, we act with compassion, empathy and respect.

**Trust:** We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

**Mastery:** Always striving for the highest quality, we ensure greatness inspires all our work.

Atlas EEOC Statement

Atlas is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Atlas makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, read through our EEO Policy https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

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