About Us

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact.

“For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.

When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact.

Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

A Day in the Life

Our Project Compliance Scientist position is located in Orlando, FL

The Project Compliance Scientist provides direct support, under the direction of a Project Manager, to environmental projects. You will complete tasks assigned using applicable tools and skills to help develop, implement, and maintain management plans, procedures, and plans for our clients to ensure compliance with state, federal, and local regulations. The position will be required to conduct fieldwork and calculations, prepare permits and regulatory documents, and assist with preparation of other environmental documents. This position applies broad theoretical job knowledge typically obtained through advanced education to explain facts, policies and practices related to job area.

The annual salary range for this role is $80K to $100K, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location. 

To thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities: 

• Manages multiple projects simultaneously including providing technical support projects.

• Prepare and manage permit applications for multiple media, including air quality, industrial wastewater, stormwater, and hazardous waste.

• Conduct multi-media compliance audits and gap assessments to identify non-compliance areas and provide actionable recommendations.

• Oversee the collection and analysis of environmental monitoring data to prepare technical reports for agencies like the EPA.

• Oversee project set up and authorization paperwork to include: project authorizations, contracts, subcontracts, purchase order requests, and project schedules.

• Oversee project financial management duties to include: project projections, project invoicing, subcontractor invoice approvals, progress reporting, and project/subcontractor contract compliance.

• Lead and/or support projects, manage budgets and timelines, and maintain strong client relationships while pursuing new business opportunities.

• Mentor junior scientists and engineers, providing quality assurance and technical reviews for their work products.

• Ability to Work Effectively, both Independently and in a Team Setting

• Maintain confidentiality at all times

• Exercise safe work practices by following all Company safety rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programs

• Participate in the company’s continuous improvement programs and provide support to team efforts

• Keep up-to-date and current on industry trends by completing formal training, reviewing professional publications, and attending professional workshops

• Perform other duties as assigned

Your Expertise and Skills

These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here. 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, or Chemistry from an accredited four-year college or university

• 5+ years of experience in field of study preferred

• Preferred a Licensed PE or PG

• 40-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification

• Knowledgeable of Regulatory Standards in Technical Area including Clean Water Act, National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permitting, etc.

• Outgoing / team player with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities

• Strong project management, oral and written communication, time management skills

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Working knowledge of business software (Microsoft Office, Outlook)

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Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more.