• Environmental Scientist

    Actalent (New York, NY)


    Environmental Scientist (Field-Based | NYC)

     

    Join a collaborative environmental team supporting major agency projects across New York City.

     

    We’re hiring an Environmental Scientist with 2+ years of experience in field investigations, environmental sampling, and inspections. This is a field-based role ideal for early-career professionals looking to grow under experienced senior staff while contributing to high-impact environmental work across the five boroughs.

    About the Role

    You’ll support site investigations, sampling, and inspections for NYC agency projects. Under the guidance of senior scientists, you’ll assist in fieldwork, data evaluation, and report preparation while tracking regulatory deadlines and contributing to project documentation.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Conduct field investigations, sampling, and inspections

    + Assist in preparing project planning documents and technical reports

    + Support data evaluation and documentation

    + Work independently and as part of a project team

    + Track and meet contractual and regulatory deadlines

    Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, or related field

    + 2+ years of experience in environmental fieldwork

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

    + 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification required and NYSDOL Asbestos Inspector License OR EPA Risk Assessor License is required

    + Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills

     

    Why Join?

     

    + Work on NYC agency projects across all five boroughs

    + Learn from senior staff with deep industry experience

    + Long-term growth potential with opportunities to move into supervisory roles

    + Fun, collaborative culture with regular team outings and happy hours

    + Midtown office location with a supportive team of 10–15 scientists and inspectors

    + Company pays for additional certifications during your first week of training

    Work Environment & Benefits

    + Field-based role with regular reporting to Midtown office

    + Standard benefits: 2–3 weeks vacation, 10 paid holidays, 401(k) match, and paid sick leave

    + Competitive salary and bonus potential

    + Work with federal-level clients and gain exposure to a wide range of environmental projects

     

    Ready to grow your environmental career and make an impact across NYC? Apply today and join a team that values mentorship, technical excellence, and long-term development.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New York, NY.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in New York,NY.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.