Do you want your work to actually matter?
At 3D Enviro, you’ll spend your days protecting people and the environment from hazardous materials like mercury, asbestos, and lead — on high-profile federal projects including work at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and other major government facilities. We’re a growing, Women-Owned Small Business with 20+ years of experience, and we’re looking for a hands-on Environmental Scientist to join our field team in the Bethesda, MD area.
Full-Time • Bethesda, MD • $60,000–$75,000/year + Benefits
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
- Impactful Work: Make a real impact — every project keeps hazardous materials out of the environment and protects workers and communities.
- Collaborative Culture: Join a supportive, inclusive team that values each other and celebrates wins together.
- Room to Grow: As our small business grows, so will your career — we invest in developing our people.
- Federal Project Access: Work on prestigious federal projects at agencies like NIH, with the stability of a GSA contract.
About the Role
The Environmental Scientist conducts field-based environmental surveys — including mercury, asbestos, and lead assessments — as well as clearance testing and post-abatement inspections. You’ll analyze field data, maintain accurate records, and prepare clear technical reports. This is a hands-on, in-person position that requires comfort in active construction environments and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and conduct mercury, asbestos, and lead surveys; mercury clearance testing; and post-abatement inspections in the field.
- Maintain field logs and analyze survey findings to communicate results clearly to clients.
- Write concise technical reports using field data; revise based on PM review.
- Respond to and assist with field emergencies (utility issues, water leaks, pipe breaks, etc.).
- Operate and maintain specialized scientific equipment (Ohio Lumex mercury vapor analyzer, XRF analyzer).
- Support the Project Manager and Senior Environmental Scientist in remediation work following survey activities.
Working Conditions
- Minimum 40 hours/week (four 10-hour days or five 8-hour days); occasional nights/weekends possible but not routine.
- Active construction environments, both interior and exterior; varying temperatures (30°F–100°F).
- Must be able to pass a physical and wear a respirator; ability to lift 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, stoop, bend, and pull objects.
- Work attire: pants, company-provided shirts, steel/composite toe boots, protective glasses, gloves, hard hat as applicable.
- Requires federal background check and ability to be badged for access to government installations.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, engineering, construction management, or a related field.
- OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification (current, including annual refreshers) — or willingness to obtain upon hire; company will sponsor for the right candidate.
- Knowledge of asbestos abatement, demolition, and construction methodologies, safety regulations, and environmental compliance.
- Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Google Suite.
- Ability to read and understand project documents such as RFPs, contracts, schedules, and technical specifications.
Preferred (not required):
- OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification.
- Experience with project management software.
- Understanding of the government contracting process.
- Conversational Spanish.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary: $60,000–$75,000/year depending on experience.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off and parental leave.
- Bonus opportunities.
- Professional development opportunities and company-sponsored events.