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Environmental Scientist

Apex Companies, LLC

$80,000—$90,000

tuition assistance, 401(k)

United States, California, San Diego

May 15, 2026

Are you highly motivated, hard-working, and seeking to join a growth-focused consulting & engineering firm? Are you looking for a company that will invest in your development and grow your professional skills? If so, consider a career with Apex!

Powered by record sales, extraordinary client retention, strategic acquisitions, and an entrepreneurial spirit, Apex Companies is one of the fastest growing engineering and environmental consulting firms in the US.We were recently recognized by the Zweig Group as one of the fastest growing firms in the AEC industry.We take pride in providing our clients with exceptional service and have earned numerous awards for project excellence. We continue to grow, andwe want you to grow with us.

Environmental Scientist

Southern California (Los Angeles, Orange, or San Diego County)

Your Responsibilities as a Environmental Scientist:

Provide field and office support for varied environmental consulting assignments including, but not limited to Phase I/II ESAs, ACM/Mold Surveys and abatement oversight, Construction and Industrial Stormwater Compliance Inspections, Soil/Soil Vapor/Groundwater/Stormwater Sampling, AST Compliance Inspections, and related client-focused services.
Support consulting projects for national, regional, and local clients in collaboration and at the direction of senior engineers, geologists, industrial hygienists, environmental scientists, and related professionals.
Field duties include performing soil, soil vapor, and groundwater sampling prepare detailed soil/well boring logs, inspect and maintain in-situ remediation equipment, inspect hazardous waste storage tanks, and oversee subcontractor activity.
Office duties include preparing concise, detailed, and accurate data tables, figures, draft work plans, sampling and analysis plans, quality assurance/quality control plans, site-specific health and safety plans, permits, and work-performed reports, and maintaining project files and client-specific databases.
Actively engage in managing site safety through developing job hazard analyses, performing site safety inspections, and contributing "good catches" in support of best practice.
Continue to develop your professional experience, education, and accreditations by proactively maintaining and obtaining OSHA 40-Hour HazWoper, Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP), Certified Site Sampling Technician (CSST), and as applicable, Geologist or Engineer in Training (GIT/EIT).

What we're looking for:

BS degree in science or related field
Current 40-Hour HazWoper Certification
Detail-oriented, focused professional, with strong organization, analytical, technical writing skills demonstrating focus, clarity, and accuracy.
3+ years relevant experience including soil, soil vapor, and groundwater sampling.
Experience drafting detailed data tables and work-performed reports.
Excellent safety awareness and a good record and understanding of safe work practices.
Team-oriented but able to work independently.
Interest and commitment to cross-training and professional development.
A valid driver's license, safe driving history, and reliable transportation are required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.

Why you'll love working for us:

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.

Apex Job Title: Scientist 2 - Project Scientist

Req ID: 11591

Annual Expected Pay Range

$80,000 — $90,000 USD

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