--- title: 'Environmental Scientist 1 at Apex Companies' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/environmental-scientist-1-apex-companies-portland-1ad3yz97g67v' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-05' --- # Environmental Scientist 1 at Apex Companies - **Company:** Apex Companies - **Location:** Portland, OR - **Work type:** remote - **Posted:** 2026-09-04 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-05 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/apexcompanies/jobs/5416555008 ## Job description Are you driven to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact? At Apex, we’re building more than a consulting and engineering firm—we’re creating a place where your career accelerates, your contributions matter, and your potential is fully realized. We believe your growth is our growth, which is why we invest in your development at every stage of your career. Here, you’ll work on projects that shape communities, protect the environment, and create lasting impact, all while being empowered with the autonomy and flexibility to do your best work. Fueled by high-quality delivery, exceptional client retention, and strategic acquisitions, Apex Companies continues to rank among the fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry, recently recognized by the Zweig Group for our industry-leading growth. Our success is grounded in strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes. As we continue to expand, we're looking for high-performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, innovate, and create impact. At Apex, you help shape what's next. When we succeed together, we share in that success. All Apex positions are eligible for annual bonus opportunities, reinforcing our commitment to recognizing and rewarding meaningful contributions that drive our collective growth. Apex is seeking an entry-level Environmental Field Scientist that will be responsible for conducting comprehensive on-site environmental assessments at various operational sites to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as internal corporate environmental protocols. This role, utilizing an established checklist, will evaluate facility operations; identify risks; ensure environmental programs are properly implemented; and provide correct actions as needed to support environmental regulatory programs. This posting is for Portland, OR and is remote within the Portland Area with 80% travel required. The anticipated start date is mid-March. Travel: Role requires 80% travel to operational sites and must be able to drive to client sites within an approximate 300-mile radius of Portland, OR. Your Responsibilities as an Environmental Field Scientist: - Conduct scheduled and on-call environmental inspections at operational sites to evaluate: - Hazardous waste handling, labeling, and storage - Universal waste and e-waste management - Stormwater and wastewater systems - Spill prevention and control measures - Air emissions, refrigerant management, and equipment compliance - Solid waste management and recycling streams - Chemical storage - Material storage and management - Inspect areas such as loading docks, fuel systems, waste storage areas, material handling areas, and mechanical rooms, etc. for environmental risks. - Review facility documentation including: - Hazardous waste manifests - Emergency response plans - Spill logs and incident reports - Inspection checklists - Training records - Environmental permits - Environmental records - Equipment records - Environmental performance data - Prepare detailed inspection reports using standardized online reporting platforms - Propose corrective actions to address compliance gaps - Perform field work including collecting and processing environmental samples (stormwater, wastewater, air, etc.) This position is primarily scheduled during standard business hours; however, periodic on-call coverage and off-hours work may be required. The employee must be willing and able to travel to client sites, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, as business needs dictate. Education - BA/BS degree in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Management, Biology, Geology, Engineering, Data Analytics, or related discipline. ## Experience - 0-3+ years of experience conducting environmental inspections, audits, or regulatory compliance assessments. - Experience in distribution, logistics, warehousing, or manufacturing environments strongly preferred. ## Skills/Competencies - Knowledge of key environmental regulations (RCRA, EPCRA, Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, DOT hazardous materials). - Ability to interpret environmental records, manifests, and regulatory documentation. - Proficient in Microsoft Office, audit tools, and reporting platforms. - Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Comfortable working independently in field settings. - This position is based in Portland, OR and requires frequent travel within a 300‑mile radius. Candidates must be able to reliably travel throughout this region. - Valid driver's license with clean driving record. - This position requires successful completion of medical screening and pre-employment drug testing. - Sponsorship is not available now or in the future. Why you'll love working with us: - Medical, dental and vision plan options. - Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability insurance. - 401k plan. - Paid time-off and holidays. - Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects. - Other perks and incentives. - Working with the best and brightest in the industry. - 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US. Req ID 12059 We believe in equality for all and celebrate the diversity and differences of our employees, customers, and communities. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Apex aims to make apexcos.com accessible to all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, please contact Talent@apexcos.com or (301) 417-0200. Likewise, feel free to reach out to us if you would like to view or discuss Apex policy related to equal employment opportunity or have any related concerns. EO/AA/VEV/Disabled Employer TO ALL RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: Apex Companies does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes for any of our job postings to our career’s sites, or to any employees of Apex Companies or affiliates. Apex Companies is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. ## About Apex Companies ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Apex Companies is a national multidisciplinary consulting and engineering firm providing environmental, infrastructure, health & safety, and compliance services to public and private clients. - **Entity Type**: Private (owned by Morgan Stanley) - **Headquarters**: Rockville, Maryland, United States - **Founded**: 1988 - **Founders**: Not publicly available ## Core Business - **Primary industries**: Environmental Services, Engineering, Consulting, Infrastructure, Water Management, Health & Safety - **Target customers**: B2B – public agencies (federal, state, local), private sector (energy, transportation, manufacturing, real estate, aerospace, telecommunications) - **Mission/purpose**: “Shaping a safe, sustainable, and equitable future” – supporting the natural and built environment through engineering excellence. ## Products & Services Apex offers a suite of professional and field services across four main pillars: - **Environmental**: Compliance, assessment, remediation, permitting, and expert witness/litigation support. - **Infrastructure**: Multidisciplinary planning, design, and delivery for transportation, water, energy, and telecommunications. - **Health & Safety**: Workplace health, safety, and regulatory compliance services. - **Compliance & Assurance**: Environmental data management and compliance platform (ARTEMIS®), ESG and resiliency consulting, and integrated water/wastewater/stormwater management. ## Market Standing - **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not disclosed (privately held) - **Key Metric**: Annual revenue estimated at $250 million (LinkedIn company data) - **Notable Investors / Partners**: Parent company is Morgan Stanley. Key clients include confidential aerospace firms, Colonial Pipeline, Oregon DEQ, and numerous public agencies. - **Growth Signals**: - Ranked #13 All-Environmental Firm by ENR (2024) and #68 in Top 200 Environmental Firms - Named a 2026 Hot Firm by Zweig Group - Over 100 new grads hired in the last 4 years - 367 active job postings as of mid-2025, with monthly posting growth of +53.6% - 20% of employees promoted annually - Operates in all 50 U.S. states and 6 countries (India, Pakistan, China, Philippines, Egypt) ## Competitive Advantages - **National footprint with local expertise**: Offices nationwide and a large, multidisciplinary team (864 employees) able to serve clients across diverse sectors. - **Broad service line integration**: Clients can access environmental, engineering, compliance, and H&S services under one roof – reducing complexity and cost. - **Award-winning track record**: Consistently recognized by ENR, Zweig Group, and Environmental Business Journal, which signals reliability and technical excellence. - **Proprietary technology platform (ARTEMIS®)** for environmental data management, adding a digital differentiator. - **Private equity backing (Morgan Stanley)** provides capital for acquisitions and growth (evidenced by acquired firms like Environmental Partners, PBS, etc.) ## Strategic Focus - **Current priorities**: Continue expanding service lines and geographic reach, especially in water, ESG, and infrastructure. Invest in talent development and digital tools (ARTEMIS®). - **Growth direction**: Organic growth through career development and promotions, plus strategic acquisitions to deepen capabilities. Emphasis on recruiting early-career talent and experienced professionals to support a growing project pipeline. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Collaborative, inclusive, and community-focused. Employees contribute paid time off and payroll donations to support colleagues and external charities. “We care. We collaborate. We deliver.” - **Career development**: Individual Development Plans (IDPs), dual career tracks (management and technical), in-house SME workshops, conference attendance, tuition reimbursement, and on-demand training via Apex Online University. - **Benefits**: Competitive pay, bonuses, comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), company-paid life and disability, wellness programs, paid time off, holidays, and financial planning support (retirement, tax-deferred savings). - **Work environment**: Mix of office, field, and remote work depending on role. Many positions involve client-site visits and fieldwork. The company supports flexible arrangements but does not publicly advertise a fully remote policy. - **Recognition**: Employees have won awards such as Daily Journal of Commerce’s Women of Vision and IEA Associate of the Year. - **Diversity & Inclusion**: Stated commitment to diversity and inclusion as a collaborative foundation. ## Sources 1. [apexcos.com](https://apexcos.com/) 2. [apexcos.com/careers/](https://apexcos.com/careers/) 3. [apexcos.com/careers/why-apex/](https://apexcos.com/careers/why-apex/) 4. [apexcos.com/careers/grow-with-us/](https://apexcos.com/careers/grow-with-us/) 5. 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