Assistant Project Environmental Scientist - Mining

About the opportunity

SWCA Environmental Consultants (SWCA) is seeking an early career professional (Assistant Project Environmental Scientist - Mining) to provide technical and project management support to the growing Mining Business Line - working directly with the Client Services Mining Director and the mining team. Our ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience with expanding high growth/high value environmental opportunities within the precious, base, industrial, energy fuels, rare earths, and aggregate mining markets. This position will report directly to the Mining Director of Client Services Resources out of our Broomfield, CO office.  The position can be remote from Denver.

This is a full-time, regular (with benefits), hourly, salaried position.

Our Vision (the North Star):  Help drive SWCA to be the best workplace and industry leader in sustainability, bringing sound science and creative solutions to global environmental challenges while maintaining a dedication to employee-ownership.

Core Values: We are #OneSWCA and collaborate across all our offices, programs, and disciplines. We are #AlwaysLearning, we #NeverSettle and we #GiveBack. We are 100% employee-owned, and we build our success together. It is imperative for the successful candidate to fit SWCA's unique culture. Do you appreciate sustainability and environmental awareness? Is giving back to your community a priority? SWCA is a team of scientists, planners, technical experts, and corporate services professionals that are committed to our culture.

Purpose: Our company purpose is to preserve natural and cultural resources for tomorrow while enabling projects that benefit people today. You are invited to be a part of our success story.

What you will accomplish

Key Focus Areas include:

• Provide technical support for all aspects of the mine life cycle permitting from exploration to project development, operation and closure.
• Support mining project managers with tasks including budget management, subcontractor invoicing and management, invoice review, contract management.
• Undertake field work as required and directed by Project Manager.
• Provide support for mine permit preparation, compliance and maintenance.
• Where appropriate, support ESG efforts of clients and SWCA.
• Manage projects and contribute to resource reports/deliverables of key mining project deliverables.

Experience and qualifications for success

• Bachelor of Science degree in Earth Sciences, Environmental Science, or related technical field
• A minimum of two (2) years of mining experience within permitting and/or environmental of all phases of mine development, planning and permitting; three years preferred.
• Availability to travel throughout the U.S. Anticipated travel time 25%.
• Must be a self-starter with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills for database work and proficiency in MS Office.
• Deliver projects within a management framework that enables the practice to thrive with respect to quality, safety, cost, administrative support, and policy compliance.
• Flexible to work outside normal business hours as required; may include weekend and night-time work.

SWCA is an employee-owned environmental firm with offices across the U.S. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with in-depth knowledge of permitting and compliance protocols to achieve technically sound, cost-effective solutions for a full spectrum of environmental projects. As one of the largest environmental compliance firms, SWCA ranks among Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms.

SWCA offers a team-oriented work environment, competitive salaries, and a competitive benefits package, including an employee stock ownership retirement plan (ESOP). If you are seeking an opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled and diverse professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions, then SWCA may be a great fit for you!

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In accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (EPEWA), we are disclosing a good faith estimate of the compensation range for roles that will be, or could be, performed in Colorado.

In Colorado, an employee in this position can expect an hourly rate around $33.50, depending on experience, geographic locations, client requirements where applicable, and other factors permitted by law.  Employees in this position are eligible for consideration for SWCA’s annual bonus program, which provides awards based on individual and organizational performance.  To review additional benefits associated with this position, click here: https://www.swca.com/careers/totalrewards/benefits

SWCA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.

Seniority Level

Not Applicable

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