Consulting Associate - Environmental Geologist/Scientist/Engineer

1w1 week ago

ERM

Hartford, US · Full-time · $65,600 – $71,953

About this role

ERM is looking for a motivated, detail-oriented Consulting Associate, Environmental Geologist/Scientist/Engineer to join our growing team. The role involves site investigation, remediation, and hazardous waste management projects throughout the Great Lakes Northeast Business Unit service area. Opportunities for travel throughout the United States and globally may also occur.

Conduct field work including soil, sediment, groundwater, building, waste, and surface water sampling, aquifer testing, drilling oversight, and well installation. Coordinate and direct drilling, surveying, and laboratory services. Provide support for environmental remediation, demolition projects, and operations and maintenance of remediation systems.

Compile and evaluate soil, groundwater, air, sediment, and other environmental data. Assist in preparation of reports for regulatory agencies and review groundwater chemistry data for figures and exhibits. Communicate with subcontractors, regulatory agents, tenants, and clients during field activities while working within quality/budget/schedule expectations.

Work with ERM's technical experts to implement the latest investigation and remediation technologies. Build required experience to obtain professional registration across a variety of projects covering the full spectrum of ERM’s services. Thrive in a consulting pace handling multiple assignments with strict deadlines.

Requirements

Bachelor's of Science in geology, hydrogeology, environmental science, or environmental engineering required. Or equivalency of 8+ years related experience
Recent graduate to 2 years of experience, including willingness/interest in field assignments
Effective written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills; experience recording/writing detailed technical data and reports required
Ability to succeed in a consulting pace, handling multiple project assignments and maintaining flexibility while meeting strict deadlines
Detail-oriented with mechanical aptitude and hands-on troubleshooting/problem-solving skills
Up to 75% regional travel with possible multiple overnight stays; 25% office work
Strong commitment to safety, including following established Health and Safety protocols
Driver's License Required: valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle

Responsibilities

Conduct field work, including soil, sediment, groundwater, building, waste, and surface water sampling, aquifer testing, drilling oversight and soil logging, soil boring and monitoring well installation
Coordinate and direct drilling, surveying, and laboratory services
Provide support environmental remediation / demolition projects, and operations and maintenance of environmental remediation systems
Compile and evaluate soil, groundwater, air, sediment and other environmental data
Assist in preparation of reports for submittal to regulatory agencies
Review groundwater chemistry data and prepare figures/exhibits to support regulatory reporting
Perform Phase I and II environmental site assessments to support property transfer transactions
Communicate with subcontractors, regulatory agents, tenants, and clients during field activities