Environmental Scientist; Compliance

Job Description

Timmons Group is seeking a full‑time Environmental Scientist (Compliance) for our Environmental Group located in our Richmond, VA office. The Environmental Scientist will be responsible for providing environmental compliance services associated with the construction of data centers, residential developments, commercial properties, utility, and transportation development.

• Environmental compliance (VPDES) inspections and reporting
• Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) development and auditing
• Coordinating with federal and state resource agencies with regard to wetlands, erosion and sediment control and stormwater compliance
• Best Management Practices (BMP) construction monitoring
• Virginia Water Protection (VWP) construction monitoring

This individual must be highly motivated, a self‑starter; flexible, detail‑oriented, enjoy interacting with employees and clients; willing to work at a dynamic pace to complete tasks and meet deadlines; and share a commitment to our firm’s vision, mission and shared values.

• Bachelor's degree in appropriate discipline
• Ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines under limited supervision
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Outstanding communication skills
• Experience working with a diverse client base in both the public and private sectors
• Willingness to regularly travel regionally and out-of-state
• At least one year of experience performing Erosion and Sediment Control and/or Stormwater compliance inspections and reporting preferred
• Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Erosion and Sediment Control and/or Stormwater certifications preferred

The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are looking for high energy, creative, flexible, patient, self‑stators who are willing to work at a dynamic pace. Candidates must share a commitment to our company’s Vision, Mission and Shared Values.

Timmons Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Timmons Group is a full‑service engineering and technology firm recognized nationally as a “Best Firm to Work For” by CE News. With over 15 offices throughout the Mid‑Atlantic and Southeast, we provide civil engineering, environmental, economic development, GIS/geospatial technology, landscape architecture, and surveying services to a diverse client base. As one of Engineering News Record’s (ENR) Top 500 Design Firms for over 30 years, we are dedicated to being an employer of choice and providing our people with the best resources, technology, and culture to help them thrive in an engaging career development setting.

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