Are you an exceptional Environmental Site Investigation/Remediation (SI/REM) Geologist Professional looking for an opportunity to grow and expand your career and lead the growth and expansion of our ...
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This Opportunity WSP is looking for a Vice President, Environmental Geologist for our Irvine, California Site Investigation & Remediation (SIR) team with experience in consulting, selling, managing ...
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Perform design, oversight, mentorship and direct the efforts of staff- and project-level geologists and environmental scientists * Assist preparation of technical reports and proposals * Successfully ...
Perform design, oversight, mentorship and direct the efforts of staff- and project-level geologists and environmental scientists * Assist preparation of technical reports and proposals * Successfully ...
American Environmental is seeking an energetic, self sufficient and highly motivated Geologist/Scientist/Engineer to join the technical team at our Brooklyn Office. We are seeking candidates with 1 ...
American Environmental is seeking an energetic, self sufficient and highly motivated Geologist/Scientist/Engineer to join the technical team at our Brooklyn Office. We are seeking candidates with 1 ...
Senior Environmental Geologist
Portland, OR · On-site
$102K - $158K/yr
Are you an exceptional Environmental Site Investigation/Remediation (SI/REM) Geologist Professional looking for an opportunity to grow and expand your career and lead the growth and expansion of our ...
Senior Environmental Geologist
Portland, OR · On-site
$102K - $158K/yr
Are you an exceptional Environmental Site Investigation/Remediation (SI/REM) Geologist Professional looking for an opportunity to grow and expand your career and lead the growth and expansion of our ...
Entry Level Environmental Geologist /Engineer
Fairfield, NJ · On-site
$70K - $90K/yr
GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. (GZA) is seeking a motivated Entry Level Environmental Geologist or Engineer to join our growing Fairfield, New Jersey office. If you are ready to build your consulting ...
Entry Level Environmental Geologist /Engineer
Fairfield, NJ · On-site
$70K - $90K/yr
GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. (GZA) is seeking a motivated Entry Level Environmental Geologist or Engineer to join our growing Fairfield, New Jersey office. If you are ready to build your consulting ...
American Environmental is seeking an energetic, self sufficient and highly motivated Geologist/Scientist/Engineer to join the technical team at our Brooklyn Office. We are seeking candidates with 1 ...
American Environmental is seeking an energetic, self sufficient and highly motivated Geologist/Scientist/Engineer to join the technical team at our Brooklyn Office. We are seeking candidates with 1 ...
Environmental Scientist/Geologist
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$79K - $119K/yr
position summary Merjent, Inc. (Merjent) is seeking an Environmental Scientist or Geologist to join our Contamination and Due Diligence Team. This role will support energy infrastructure ...
Environmental Scientist/Geologist
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$79K - $119K/yr
position summary Merjent, Inc. (Merjent) is seeking an Environmental Scientist or Geologist to join our Contamination and Due Diligence Team. This role will support energy infrastructure ...
Environmental Staff Geologist
Boise, ID · On-site
Our professionals include environmental architects, archaeologists, biologists, engineers, geologists, historians, industrial hygienists, planners, and scientists. Working together in the field ...
Environmental Staff Geologist
Boise, ID · On-site
Our professionals include environmental architects, archaeologists, biologists, engineers, geologists, historians, industrial hygienists, planners, and scientists. Working together in the field ...
Our professionals include environmental architects, archaeologists, biologists, engineers, geologists, historians, industrial hygienists, planners, and scientists. Working together in the field ...
Our professionals include environmental architects, archaeologists, biologists, engineers, geologists, historians, industrial hygienists, planners, and scientists. Working together in the field ...
Senior Vice President, Environmental Geologist WSP is looking for a Senior Vice President, Environmental Geologist for our Irvine, California Site Investigation & Remediation (SIR) team with ...
Senior Vice President, Environmental Geologist WSP is looking for a Senior Vice President, Environmental Geologist for our Irvine, California Site Investigation & Remediation (SIR) team with ...
Geologist
Hammond, LA · On-site
Environmental Professional Geologist ELOS Environmental, LLC (ELOS) an Aventia Company maintains a competitive edge within the realm of environmental consulting by offering a diverse range of ...
Geologist
Hammond, LA · On-site
Environmental Professional Geologist ELOS Environmental, LLC (ELOS) an Aventia Company maintains a competitive edge within the realm of environmental consulting by offering a diverse range of ...
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or a related field * Valid driver's license * Basic understanding of environmental regulations and compliance standards Preferred Qualifications:
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Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or a related field * Valid driver's license * Basic understanding of environmental regulations and compliance standards Preferred Qualifications:
AECOM is seeking a motivated Geologist for employment in the Charleston, SC office. This position will support the Environmental business line, primarily working on Department of Defense (DoD ...
AECOM is seeking a motivated Geologist for employment in the Charleston, SC office. This position will support the Environmental business line, primarily working on Department of Defense (DoD ...
We are currently seeking a full-time Environmental Geologist or Engineer (Environmental Project Manager) to join our team in Long Beach, California . This is an exciting opportunity to become part of ...
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AECOM is seeking a motivated Geologist for employment in the Charleston, SC office. This position will support the Environmental business line, primarily working on Department of Defense (DoD ...
AECOM is seeking a motivated Geologist for employment in the Charleston, SC office. This position will support the Environmental business line, primarily working on Department of Defense (DoD ...
Environmental Scientist/Geologist
$80K - $110K/yr
Scientist/Geologist - Environmental Services Responsibilities & Duties * Perform Phase I Environmental Site Assessments * Perform Contamination Screening Evaluation Reports * Perform Phase II/Level 2 ...
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Environmental Scientist/Geologist
$80K - $110K/yr
Scientist/Geologist - Environmental Services Responsibilities & Duties * Perform Phase I Environmental Site Assessments * Perform Contamination Screening Evaluation Reports * Perform Phase II/Level 2 ...
AECOM is seeking a motivated Geologist for employment in the Charleston, SC office. This position will support the Environmental business line, primarily working on Department of Defense (DoD ...
AECOM is seeking a motivated Geologist for employment in the Charleston, SC office. This position will support the Environmental business line, primarily working on Department of Defense (DoD ...
GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. (GZA) is seeking a motivated Environmental Geologist or Engineer to join our growing Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania office. If you are ready to build your consulting career ...
GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. (GZA) is seeking a motivated Environmental Geologist or Engineer to join our growing Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania office. If you are ready to build your consulting career ...
Jr. Geologist or Environmental Scientist
Westford, MA · On-site
$55K - $66K/yr
We are seeking an Entry-Level Environmental Scientist/Geologist that will play a crucial role in supporting our environmental assessment and remediation projects. This position involves conducting ...
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Jr. Geologist or Environmental Scientist
Westford, MA · On-site
$55K - $66K/yr
We are seeking an Entry-Level Environmental Scientist/Geologist that will play a crucial role in supporting our environmental assessment and remediation projects. This position involves conducting ...
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What is the difference between Environmental Geologist vs Hydrogeologist?
| Aspect | Environmental Geologist | Hydrogeologist |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Bachelor's or Master's in Geology, often with environmental focus | Bachelor's or Master's in Hydrogeology, Geology, or related field |
| Work Environment | Field sites, environmental consulting firms, government agencies | Groundwater sites, research facilities, consulting firms |
| Industry Usage | Environmental assessment, contamination studies, land use planning | Groundwater flow, aquifer analysis, water resource management |
Environmental Geologists and Hydrogeologists both work within the geology field, often with overlapping credentials and work environments. While Environmental Geologists focus on environmental assessments and contamination issues, Hydrogeologists specialize in groundwater and aquifer studies. Both roles are vital in environmental and resource management sectors, but their specific focus areas differ.
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What does an environmental geologist do?
As an environmental geologist, your duties are to evaluate and analyze data related to things such as groundwater, soil, and the mineral and geological components of mining operations or other industrial work. You split your time between the field, where you investigate potential contamination and collect samples of site contaminants, and the lab, where you analyze the samples’ composition. Based on your research and analysis, your responsibilities as an environmental geologist are to develop assessments of the contamination and implement remedial strategies designed to remove or manage pollution in the soil or groundwater.

Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 15 hours ago
Terracon rating
7.5
Based on 119 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
49th of 72 rated business consultants
Job description
Are you an exceptional Environmental Site Investigation/Remediation (SI/REM) Geologist Professional looking for an opportunity to grow and expand your career and lead the growth and expansion of our Portland Team? Do you want to work for a well-established, nationwide company with an excellent reputation for taking care of its employee-owners while providing excellent professional growth potential? If you answered Yes, come "Explore with us" and start your journey as a Senior Geologist in our Portland Oregon office!
This position is based out of our Portland, OR office and will work closely with our Seattle location on project with a diverse client base in both public and private sectors, working with commercial, industrial, government, property development, and institutional market entities.
Responsibilities
In this role, you will work closely with the Environmental Group Manager and Office Manager, supervising both office and regional SI/REM teams to ensure that all work is completed on time, within budget, and meets our clients' expectations.
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Collaborate with the team to prepare winning proposals for projects involving standard site investigation, site characterization, and remediation opportunities.
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Manages scope, schedule, and budget for projects ranging from due diligence subsurface investigations to complex cleanups, monitors activities, and allocates resources to ensure client objectives are met.
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You will coach and mentor SI/REM staff on quality data generation and reporting, driving consistent excellence.
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Lead the daily operations of our growing team, focusing on safety, staff training and development, the quality of our services and work products, and enhancing the client experience.
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Work with the office and regional leadership team on market engagement, client development, service expansion, marketing activities, and the recruitment, mentoring, and development of environmental professionals to support growth.
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Designing and implementing site characterization and remediation approaches.
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Projects may include soil removal actions, soil vapor assessments, as well as groundwater remediation systems.
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Support multi-disciplinary teams in the scoping and preparation of Remedial Investigations and Feasibility Studies (RI/FS), development of Conceptual Site Models, Corrective Action Plans (CAPs), Remedial Action Plans (RAPs), Voluntary Cleanup Program (VCP) applications, and monitoring remedial systems performance.
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Partners with other departments and offices to secure specialized resources for projects.
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Conducts project meetings and prepares reports to communicate the status of a project.
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Coordinates financial management of business intelligence, invoicing, and collections with accounting.
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Develops an understanding, and is aware of, project-related risks and associated risk mitigation. Knows Company risk management policies.
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Career level, fully competent professional responsible for the planning, designing, scheduling, implementing, and managing technical scopes of work related to advanced site characterization methods.
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Leads development of proposals and scopes of work for complex site investigations to assess soil, groundwater, soil vapor, and indoor air sampling for sites impacted by organic and inorganic contaminants. Uses innovative investigative techniques to complete work.
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Designs, documents, and supervises the installation of remediation systems (soil, groundwater, and vapor) and operation and maintenance (O&M) of remediation systems and provides supervision and technical support to team implementing work.
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Applies standard practices and techniques in specific situations, adjusts and correlates data, recognizes discrepancies in results, and follow operations through a series of related detailed steps or processes.
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Assists in continuous quality monitoring and improvement for projects and Terracon policies and procedures used for conducting site investigations, remedial design and implementation fieldwork, and preparation of associated deliverables.
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Will be expected to be proficient in client management, client development, and driving environmental sector growth locally and nationally.
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Lead safety efforts for team and ensure team follows safety rules and guidelines. Responsible for creating and modeling a safe work environment; demonstrates safety practices. Promote pre-task planning for all projects.
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Participate in developing marketing strategies and presenting qualifications to clients on a project and/or client basis.
Requirements:
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Understanding of Oregon State UST and Environmental Cleanup Programs, as well as an understanding of Washington State Model Toxics Control Act cleanup regulations.
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Bachelor's degree in geology, hydrogeology or related field
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Minimum of 9 years of demonstrated experience in environmental field investigations, remedial design, and implementation with an environmental, engineering, or remedial construction focus
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Professional Geologist (PG) designation, (preferably Oregon Registered Geologist (RG))
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Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
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High level of verbal and written communication skills
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Demonstrated high level of technical writing ability. Must provide authored technical documents upon request.
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Strong organizational skills, verbal and written communication.
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Completed OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training
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