Careers

Scout is seeking a Project Controls/Subcontract Administrator. This individual will be a key member of our accounting team and will work directly with Executive Staff, the Chief Financial Officer, and Project Managers.

Headquartered in San Diego (Encinitas), Scout provides environmental planning, environmental compliance, engineering and facilities management, and other services to clients nationwide. Scout is a federally certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and a California certified Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE).

If you are looking to be part of something new and exciting – a company that values you as an individual – and enjoy making the complex simple, then Scout is the place for you! We have created an exciting and flexible work environment with a professional, positive vibe. Scout is committed to sustaining a balance between our personal and professional lives, which encourages our team – and our business – to thrive.

This is an hourly/part-time position that will average approximately 20 hours a week. While preferred that the individual work directly in Scout’s San Diego County office (Encinitas), consideration will be given to all qualified applicants regardless of geographic location. The specific terms of employment will be determined, commensurate with applicant’s experience/background.

Your Primary Responsibilities Will Include:

• Assisting Project Managers define project financial goals and objectives.
• Creating and maintain a project's budget and schedule, analyzing progress reported against the work schedules; and recommending actions to improve progress.
• Setting up new projects with budgets in Unanet and create invoice templates using Excel.
• Processing award modifications in Unanet and adjusting invoices to reflect new information.
• Setting up project profit plans based on project awards so costs can be budgeted and managed by individual PMs.
• Providing cost estimating templates with correct labor rates/indirect rates for proposal development.
• Monitoring and managing contract value ceilings and periods of performance.
• Subcontract creation, tracking, invoice processing and payments.
• As needed project, contract, and accounting support.

 You Are Qualified Because You Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, project management or business.
• 3 years minimum experience in consulting environment, ideally for federal projects/contracts.
• Experience using Unanet, Costpoint, or equivalent business management software.
• Strong computer skills including Excel, Word, and Adobe.
• Ability to multi-task in a team environment across a multi-office organization.
• Confidence to interact directly with subcontractor team members and the interpersonal skills necessary to work in a collaborative team environment.
• Flexibility, excellent interpersonal skills, a commitment to teamwork, and proven ability to be a motivated self-starter.
• Ability to receive and retain instruction/training on business management software.
• Awareness of the work environment and apply knowledge and problem-solving skills to job duties.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and establish or shift priorities under tight deadlines.
• Excellent organizational, computer software, verbal, writing, and analytical skills.
• An ability to exercise professional discretion and judgment.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

 Benefits Include (subject to employee status)

• Opportunity to join a thriving, small business with career development opportunities.
• Health/dental/vision insurance (full-time only).
• Paid time off accrued in the first year (accrual rate dependent on years of experience) (full-time only).
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Eight paid holidays (full-time only).
• Employer paid long-term disability insurance.
• Continuing education support.
• Mentoring and professional development.

Scout is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.  Interested and qualified applicants should provide your cover letter and resume to the attention of Ms. Roxanne Beasley at roxanne.beasley@scoutenv.com. For more information about Scout and the work we do, please visit our website at www.scoutenv.com. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Come be a part of something distinctive and apply to join Scout today!

Scout is looking for a creative, self-driven, and team-oriented individual to join our team. In this role, you'll lead a variety of marketing initiatives, including crafting newsletters, managing social media content, and handling other marketing tasks. You'll also support operations with tasks such as document production, technical editing, and proposal preparation, along with other administrative duties. The ideal candidate is a proactive, detail-oriented multitasker with strong communication skills. The position offers flexible hours and is estimated at 10-15 hours per week, with the possibility of increased hours.

The specific terms of employment will be determined, commensurate with applicant’s experience/background.

Your Primary Responsibilities Will Include:

Marketing:

• Plan, manage, and produce monthly blog and newsletter content
• Create and manage special news email blasts and manage subscriber database
• Develop and manage all creative content for LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook
• Perform regular Scout website reviews
• Manage marketing materials creation, updates, and production (advertisements, flyers, and presentations)
• Manage photo library

Operations:

• Perform various office operations tasks to ensure seamless office function
• Manage year end outreach tasks including producing holiday card, assisting with ordering client appreciation gifts, and coordinating holiday charity efforts
• Create Scout branded products and manage procurement and distribution of Scout products
• Perform technical editing, document production, graphic and cover production, and other related activities
• Assist with conference planning
• Support proposal efforts
• Assist with planning Scout team events

You Are Qualified Because You Have:

• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Acrobat, Canva, Mailchimp, WordPress, and photo editing software; or a strong aptitude for quickly learning new software programs
• Working knowledge of social media platforms
• A creative and detail-oriented mindset
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dead-line driven environment

Other Qualifications (Not Required):

• Familiarity with federal government contracting industry and U.S. military
• Experience in technical editing and/or document production

Education and Experience:

• College degree and/or experience in business, marketing, communications, or related field

Benefits Include:

For Part-Time Employees:

• Opportunity to join a thriving, small business with career development opportunities
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Scout is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Interested and qualified applicants should provide your cover letter and resume to the attention of Ms. Roxanne Beasley at roxanne.beasley@scoutenv.com. For more information about Scout and the work we do, please visit our website at www.scoutenv.com.

Scout is seeking Facility Condition Assessors/Inspectors. The work will likely require up to 70% of your time traveling to military installations to perform facility condition assessments across the Nation for up to two weeks at a time, with breaks between trips. Candidates must have ~5 years’ experience in conducting facility condition assessments or equivalent formal trade school education/experience in plumbing, roofing, mechanical systems, exteriors, roofing, fire protection, and/or electrical systems. Familiarity with BUILDER software is desired, but not required, should the candidate be willing and able to learn how to use the BUILDER software. A PE is also not required. This is an hourly or potentially full-time position, depending on the candidate wishes and Scout’s needs. Candidates can be located anywhere in the Nation and can work out of their home.

Your Primary Responsibilities Will Include:

• Conduct an inventory of client facilities properly classifying building components in accordance with ASTM UNIFORMAT II.
• Perform assessments of client facilities using professional expertise and judgment to determine physical condition and conformance with specifications and building codes.
• Experience using facility condition assessment software. Knowledge of BUILDER™ web-based Sustainment Management System (SMS) software application developed by the US Army Corps of Engineers Engineer Research and Development Center’s Construction Engineering Research Laboratory (CERL) is highly desirable; however, Scout will train good candidates in the use of this software.
• Use of computer tablets with built-in cameras (e.g., MS Surface Pro) to document building system conditions (mechanical or electrical systems and subcomponents; architectural finishes, etc.) encountered during assessments and providing justification for determination of the physical condition.
• Work under direct supervision and in accordance with instructions and standard practices.
• Physical ability to inspect large complexes at fast pace (assessors typically walk up to 5 miles per day) and the employee must occasionally lift and/ or move up to 40 pounds.

You Are Qualified Because You Have:

• 5+ years’ experience in conducting facility condition assessments or formal trade school education in plumbing, roofing, mechanical systems.
• Ability to travel, up to 70% or more (primarily throughout the United States, but potentially overseas).
• Valid U.S. passport or ability to quickly get one.
• Good technical writing skills required.
• Good mathematical aptitude required.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, specifications, and inspection instructions.
• Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.

Other Qualifications (NOT REQUIRED):

• Degree/certification in architecture, engineering, construction management, or other applicable field
• International Code Council (ICC) certification
• ASHRAE Level I and Level II energy auditor
• Professional engineering registration
• Military veterans with equivalent military experience are encouraged to apply

Scout is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Interested and qualified applicants should provide your cover letter and resume to the attention of Ms. Roxanne Beasley at roxanne.beasley@scoutenv.com. For more information about Scout and the work we do, please visit our website at www.scoutenv.com.