Project Scientist/Arborist

Position:
Project Scientist/Arborist

Company:
Apex Companies

Compensation:
Annual Expected Pay Range $76,960 - $93,600 USD

Location:
United States, Seattle, WA

Employment type:
Not specified

Work Arrangement:
Not specified

Short Summary:
Apex is hiring a Project Scientist/Arborist in Seattle, WA, offering opportunities to work on impactful projects with a dedicated team. The role provides significant room for professional growth and is part of a fast-growing firm in the AEC industry.

Responsibilities:
- Conduct tree and vegetation surveys, develop and implement vegetation protection plans, conduct hazard tree assessments
- Provide environmental compliance inspection and oversight on construction projects in the Puget Sound Region
- Field collection of environmental samples (air, water, stormwater, wastewater, soil)
- Routine regulatory reporting related to stormwater, wastewater, solid/hazardous waste, and air permit compliance
- Prepare environmental management plans related to stormwater pollution prevention and spill prevention
- Problem solving through selection and implementation of pollution prevention Best Management Practices for discharge permit compliance
- Assist with the evaluation and permitting of environmental projects
- Presentation of environmental topics to employees, clients, and contractors
- Travel to project sites within Washington and Oregon required
- Represent Apex in a safe and professional manner both internally and externally

Requirement:
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology or related field
- CESCL certification required (must be maintained during employment)
- ISA Certified Arborist® required (must be maintained during employment)
- TRAQ certification preferred
- Demonstrated experience in arboriculture, tree care, or urban forestry
- Experience collecting field samples of soil, groundwater, surface water, stormwater, wastewater, and air using standard environmental protocols
- Experience preparing regulatory reports and permit-related documentation

Benefits:
- Company-subsidized medical and dental
- Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability
- 401k match, tuition assistance, and more
- Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects
- Performance-based bonuses or other incentives
- Working with the best and brightest in the industry
- 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US