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Environmental Specialist
Environmental Specialist Tupelo, MS
Lead Projects That Make a Real Impact
Are you an experienced environmental professional ready to take ownership of meaningful work? In this role, you'll lead investigations, guide compliance strategies, and partner with clients to solve real-world environmental challenges.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys balancing fieldwork, technical problem-solving, and client interaction within a fast-paced consulting environment.
What You'll Be Doing
+ Lead environmental investigations, including site assessments and subsurface evaluations
+ Manage Phase I & Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) from start to finish
+ Conduct regulatory compliance reviews and support environmental permitting
+ Collaborate directly with clients to understand goals and provide technical guidance
+ Prepare clear, actionable technical reports and recommendations
+ Partner with internal teams to deliver high-quality, efficient project outcomes
+ Perform fieldwork such as sampling, groundwater analysis, and site inspections
+ Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards
What You Bring to the Table
+ 5+ years of environmental consulting (or related) experience
+ Strong experience with site assessments, subsurface investigations, and ESAs
+ Working knowledge of environmental compliance and permitting processes
+ Hands-on experience with groundwater sampling and data interpretation
+ Familiarity with hazardous waste regulations and environmental standards
+ Strong communication and technical writing skills
+ Proven ability to manage projects and build client relationships
+ AutoCAD experience (preferred)
Bonus Qualifications
+ Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Biology, or a related field
+ Experience working in multidisciplinary teams
+ Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects
Work Environment
This role offers a mix of office and field work, giving you the opportunity to:
+ Analyze environmental data and develop reports in the office
+ Conduct site visits, sampling, and investigations in the field
Travel is limited, and safety is a top priority in every aspect of the role.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Tupelo, MS.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $36.06 - $43.27/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Tupelo,MS.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 3, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Lead Projects That Make a Real Impact
Are you an experienced environmental professional ready to take ownership of meaningful work? In this role, you'll lead investigations, guide compliance strategies, and partner with clients to solve real-world environmental challenges.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys balancing fieldwork, technical problem-solving, and client interaction within a fast-paced consulting environment.
What You'll Be Doing
+ Lead environmental investigations, including site assessments and subsurface evaluations
+ Manage Phase I & Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) from start to finish
+ Conduct regulatory compliance reviews and support environmental permitting
+ Collaborate directly with clients to understand goals and provide technical guidance
+ Prepare clear, actionable technical reports and recommendations
+ Partner with internal teams to deliver high-quality, efficient project outcomes
+ Perform fieldwork such as sampling, groundwater analysis, and site inspections
+ Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards
What You Bring to the Table
+ 5+ years of environmental consulting (or related) experience
+ Strong experience with site assessments, subsurface investigations, and ESAs
+ Working knowledge of environmental compliance and permitting processes
+ Hands-on experience with groundwater sampling and data interpretation
+ Familiarity with hazardous waste regulations and environmental standards
+ Strong communication and technical writing skills
+ Proven ability to manage projects and build client relationships
+ AutoCAD experience (preferred)
Bonus Qualifications
+ Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Biology, or a related field
+ Experience working in multidisciplinary teams
+ Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects
Work Environment
This role offers a mix of office and field work, giving you the opportunity to:
+ Analyze environmental data and develop reports in the office
+ Conduct site visits, sampling, and investigations in the field
Travel is limited, and safety is a top priority in every aspect of the role.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Tupelo, MS.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $36.06 - $43.27/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Tupelo,MS.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 3, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
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