CEQA Noise Scientist

Job Description

Job Description

FirstCarbon Solutions (FCS), an ADEC Innovation, is focused on improving the world we live in. It's our goal to improve the lives of all the people we work with, whether they are clients, partners, or colleagues. Come join our team of amazing professionals dedicated to making the world a better place!

We are searching for a Noise Scientist I (CG06) to join our growing team. This position will require experience conducting noise analysis (overseeing ambient noise measurements, stationary and mobile source noise modeling, construction noise modeling). This role will prepare technical documents that are clear, concise, well-written and legally supported. This is a mid-level, management opportunity in our ever-growing Air and Noise team. This position will primarily prepare analyses in support of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) analysis requirements. The Noise Analysis Manager will report to the Associate Director of Air & Noise.

The role of Noise Scientist I requires strong knowledge of noise modeling and related sciences. Requires a strong understanding of federal, state and local regulations and can interpret data in line with those regulations to draft appropriate mitigation measures to address potential impacts. This role will serve as a senior noise technical staff lead that ensures the accuracy and quality of all noise analyses. This role will also supervise junior staff on a project-by-project basis and provide guidance on legal reporting requirements. Will be responsible for promoting teamwork through interpersonal skills. Plan, organize, assign, and coordinate the activities of technical and support staff on assigned projects. Supervise and efficiently edit technical staff’s written materials to provide constructive feedback. Requiring someone who can work independently and collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

This role will perform duties such as project research, data collection and analysis, report and proposal writing, and support business development efforts relating to noise and vibration impact analysis. As well as perform quantitative noise and vibration impact assessments in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal guidelines and requirements. Field work may include noise monitoring and other data collection to support preparation of technical reports and models.

This role will support multiple project teams focused on the assessment of plans and projects in urban, suburban, and rural settings. Depending on the project team’s needs, this role will provide analysis for site development projects, as well as specific or general plan implementation projects. Projects may also include the development of general plan or municipal code policies and ordinances.

The ideal candidate will have strong research, writing, mathematical / scientific, analytical, and verbal communication skills. This individual must have the ability to coordinate effectively with multiple project managers, and to prioritize and complete high-quality work within specified deadlines and budgets. This individual must have a strong work ethic, positive attitude and experience working in a team-oriented environment.

Skills

• Proficient in Word and Excel.
• Proficient with noise models as well as with performing off-model calculations. Model experience preferred includes : FHWA Highway Traffic Noise Prediction Model (FHWA RD-77-108), FHWA Roadway Construction Model; FHWA Traffic Noise Model (TNM), SoundPLAN
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Solid writing and attentive listening skills, contributing to complex environmental reports and participating in meetings
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong ability to communicate technical information clearly and concisely to individuals and small groups.
• Self-motivation and resourcefulness in completing assigned tasks

Education and Experience

Competitive, progressive benefits including

Salary : $77,000 - $90,000

FCS offers competitive salaries and robust benefits with opportunities for personal and professional development. If you want to work in a collaborative, creative work environment where you can provide meaningful contributions while being challenged to grow on the job, then you are encouraged to apply!

Work Environment

The position operates in a dynamic and highly collaborative work environment. FCS is dedicated to providing our staff the opportunity to elect in-office, hybrid, and remote working location options. This role routinely uses standard office equipment

This position will also be exposed to all weather conditions and terrain. The Noise Scientist I role may require some outdoor field work and travel to and from project sites, or, at a minimum, requires the training and oversight of technical staff to perform required field noise measurements. Compliance with all ADEC & FCS Travel and Workspace Policies that align with the CDC, local, state, and federal guidelines must be followed and upheld.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; have hand / finger dexterity; and reach with hands and arms. The employee will spend extended periods of time in front of a computer / laptop. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Completing field work requires the physical endurance to walk over a variety of terrains and in a variety of weather conditions, including extreme heat, while caring equipment and / or a pack. Additional physical requirements for the position include the ability to bend and kneel, lift at least 10 lbs. and walk / hike.

Information Security

Adhering to all policies, guidelines, and procedures pertaining to the protection of information of the organization, employees must maintain confidentiality of all sensitive information to which they are given access. They are also responsible for reporting actual or suspected events or incidents, including vulnerabilities or breaches, that may affect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information to members of the Management Team.

Mutual respect is fundamental. Fundamental to our teams. Fundamental to our clients. Fundamental to the communities we serve and live in. Fundamental to the landscapes we work within. We need you and your unique talents, history, and background to become the Company we aspire to be. We insist upon a culture of common respect, expect transparency, and celebrate the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. Our mutual equality as humans is the path to diverse and innovative collaboration. We cultivate integrity, driving us to growth, and allowing us to achieve more together than we could ever hope to as individuals.

FCS offers competitive salaries and robust benefits with opportunities for personal and professional development. If you want to work in a collaborative, creative work environment where you can provide meaningful contributions while being challenged to grow on the job, then you are encouraged to apply!