Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose! At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and…
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Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose! At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and…
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Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose! At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and…
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Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose! At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and…
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Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose! At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and…
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Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose! At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and…
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Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose! At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and…
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Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose! At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and…
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Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose! At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and…
Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose! At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and…
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$75k–$85k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree
Flexible work environment, Paid parental leave, Medical insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Life and AD&D insurance
Posted 1d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Staff Scientist II will support environmental and stormwater compliance projects by conducting inspections, developing SWPPPs, and performing site monitoring. They will also provide on-site training to construction crews and assist clients with regulatory compliance and reporting.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in environmental science or engineering and possess at least 2 years of experience in stormwater compliance. A QSP/QSD certification is required, along with strong communication skills and the ability to travel to project sites.
Full job description
Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose!
At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure.
Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future.
Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.
Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?
Verdantas is seeking a Scientist II to support our Environmental and Stormwater team across the Bay Area. This position is local to project sites and offers a hybrid work environment, combining field-based work with remote flexibility.
We are looking for a motivated Environmental Scientist/Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP) to join our growing team. This is a mid-level stormwater professional role and is a great fit for someone who is eager to learn, grow, and contribute within a collaborative environment while making a positive impact on the environment.
What You’ll Do
Support environmental and stormwater compliance projects
Conduct stormwater inspections and field evaluations
Develop and implement Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs)
Perform stormwater sampling and site monitoring activities
Complete desktop evaluations and site assessments
Provide on-site training and guidance to construction crews
Prepare documentation, reporting, and compliance records
Assist clients with regulatory compliance and pollution prevention efforts
Collaborate with internal teams on routine and complex projects
Support additional initiatives and special projects as assigned
Travel to project sites, including occasional overnight travel and extended hours as needed
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, engineering, or related field
2+ years of experience in stormwater compliance or SWPPP-related work
QSP/QSD certification
Knowledge of stormwater regulations, water quality practices, and environmental compliance
Experience with inspection, sampling, and reporting processes
Familiarity with erosion control, site stabilization, and restoration practices
Understanding of California stormwater regulations and permitting (preferred)
Strong communication skills and ability to train field teams
Proficiency in documentation and compliance tracking systems
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites
Experience with SMARTS and California Construction General Permit
Exposure to environmental permitting or natural resources work
Familiarity with industry tools such as ArcGIS
Salary Range:
$75,000.00 - $85,000.00
Benefits:
Flexible Work Environment
Paid Parental Leave
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life and AD&D Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off + Holidays
Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.
Verdantas is an EOE race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet
Related keywords
Environmental ScienceStormwaterSWPPPQSPQSDComplianceWater QualityErosion ControlSite StabilizationRestorationArcGISSMARTSCalifornia Construction General PermitCESSWICPESCCPSWQ
At Verdantas, we blend engineering and environmental science together with advanced technology and world-renowned labs to create solutions with the big picture in mind. Through our diverse, in-house expertise, we provide forward thinking solutions that help our clients succeed in a changing world, ensuring each solution is paving the way for a better tomorrow.
Our Mission
People Focused. We’re passionate about our people. That’s why we’re creating a space for the industry’s top talent to join forces, access first-class training, and unlock limitless potential.
Sustainable. Sustainability is a mindset that drives us. Our unwavering dedication to cultivating a more resilient future is deeply ingrained in everything we do.
Tech-Integrated. We don’t just use technology; we are accelerated by it. As a tech-forward organization, we’re creating a culture of innovation that connects us and our clients with new realms of possibilities.
Our strength lies in our people and purpose. We are Verdantas.
Offices: 8306 Laurel Fair Circle, Tampa, Florida 33610, US · 200 Court St, 2nd Floor, Middleton, CT 06457, US · 4321 Folsom Avenue, Suite 100, Folsom, CA 95630, US · 7825 Lahontan Dr, Truckee, California 96161, US · 300 Plaza Dr, Suite 320, Littleton, CO 80129, US
At Verdantas, we blend engineering and environmental science together with advanced technology and world-renowned labs to create solutions with the big picture in mind. Through our diverse, in-house expertise, we provide forward thinking solutions that help our clients succeed in a changing world, ensuring each solution is paving the way for a better tomorrow.
Our Mission
People Focused. We’re passionate about our people. That’s why we’re creating a space for the industry’s top talent to join forces, access first-class training, and unlock limitless potential.
Sustainable. Sustainability is a mindset that drives us. Our unwavering dedication to cultivating a more resilient future is deeply ingrained in everything we do.
Tech-Integrated. We don’t just use technology; we are accelerated by it. As a tech-forward organization, we’re creating a culture of innovation that connects us and our clients with new realms of possibilities.
Our strength lies in our people and purpose. We are Verdantas.
Offices: 8306 Laurel Fair Circle, Tampa, Florida 33610, US · 200 Court St, 2nd Floor, Middleton, CT 06457, US · 4321 Folsom Avenue, Suite 100, Folsom, CA 95630, US · 7825 Lahontan Dr, Truckee, California 96161, US · 300 Plaza Dr, Suite 320, Littleton, CO 80129, US