Environmental Scientist

Dudek’s journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California’s water and wastewater agencies.

Today, we are a 100% employee‑owned firm supporting clients nationwide and delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments of communities throughout the United States. Our work has been recognized by leading industry organizations, and we’ve been honored with multiple national Top Workplace Awards.

Our employee‑owners are unified by a singular commitment to supporting projects that address key societal issues, such as the transition to renewable energy, infrastructure hardening and repair, environmental protection, and community resilience.

Learn more about our award‑winning culture
, the benefits and perks of being a Dudekian, and the projects you will have the opportunity to shape.

Location(s): Arizona

Practice/Department: Emerging Regions

Work Environment: Hybrid

Compensation: $34.00-$37.00 hourly*

Position Title: Environmental Scientist I

As an employee‑owner, you embrace accountability, work safely, and collaborate while thinking resourcefully and independently. Like all Dudekians, you are curious and solution‑oriented
, with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and approach challenges with a spirit of innovation
.

Dudek is seeking an Environmental Scientist I with experience in Phase I ESAs; soil, soil vapor, and groundwater sampling and reporting; stormwater sampling and permitting support; and environmental monitoring experience. The role is specifically focused on data collection and analysis, and reporting. The environmental scientist will assist project managers with a variety of tasks, including planning and conducting field work; data review, processing, and input;

and preparation of technical studies including environmental site assessments, sampling reports, and monitoring reports. The Environmental Scientist I will possess a foundational knowledge of environmental engineering, geology and/or hydrology principles; strong communication, time‑management, critical‑thinking, and technical writing skills; attention to detail; and a commitment to environmental protection.

• Prepare Phase I ESA reports, including conducting site reconnaissance, writing up findings, and preparing the photolog
• Plan and conduct field work, and ensure data is collected per appropriate methods and procedures.
• Oversee subcontractors and ensure work is performed in accordance with project scope and client expectations.
• Safely and correctly operate and maintain field data collection equipment.
• Review, evaluate, and process/input field and laboratory data.
• Prepare or assist with preparation of various environmental engineering, hydrogeologic, hydrologic, and stormwater reports including, but not limited to, environmental site assessments, groundwater monitoring reports, water supply assessments, and hydrogeologic investigation reports.
• Communicate results of assessments and investigations in written, oral, and graphical formats.
• Understanding of and commitment to health and safety best practices.

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, geology, hydrology, or environmental science field.
• 1+ years of experience in environmental engineering, hydrogeology, hydrology, or environmental science consulting.
• Knowledge and understanding of best practices and standard operating procedures for field and data collection and analysis.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Willingness to travel for work, including overnight stays in hotels.
• Ability to safely drive/operate a vehicle to/from and around field work sites during daytime and nighttime hours.
• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, hydrology, geology, biology, ecology, botany, chemistry or related natural resources field.
• Knowledge and understanding of field and data analysis techniques related to aquatic environments.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by first day of employment.

• Master’s degree in environmental science, hydrology, biology,…