Job Description
ERM is seeking a motivated Geologist Consultant, who is interested in participating on a variety of projects covering the full spectrum of ERMs services, to join our consulting firm in the San Francisco Bay Area. In this role, you will work closely with Project Managers on contaminated site management, environmental health and safety (EHS) compliance, air quality, and due diligence transaction projects. This is an excellent career opportunity to work with an expert consulting team on challenging environmental projects for large industrial and global clients. Access to ERM's national experts provides knowledge sharing of best practices across the industry and ongoing learning opportunities for our team, while building the required experience to obtain your professional registration.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide technical assistance on site investigation and remediation, EHS compliance, air quality management, and due diligence transaction projects
Conduct field work, including: Subcontractor oversight;
Utility clearance
Soil and bedrock drilling, characterization, and sampling;
Monitoring well (groundwater and soil vapor) installation and test pit excavation;
Soil, sediment, soil vapor, sanitary system, surface water, and groundwater sampling;
Surface and borehole geophysical techniques;
Aquifer testing, including slug tests, packer testing; step-drawdown and tracer tests; and
Remedial systems performance monitoring.
Assist in project activity planning, and health and safety planning and oversight.
Prepare plans, permits, and reports for hazardous waste, air quality, storm water, and wastewater programs.
Record data and assist in technical presentation of results; prepare reports, tables, graphs, charts, and hydrogeologic-related maps.
Perform Phase I and II environmental site assessments to support property transfer transactions.
Provide general environmental compliance support to clients, including on-site assistance, as needed.
Provide topical research, perform environmental compliance assessments, and implement follow-up corrective actions to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.
Support multiple projects within scope/budget/schedule expectations and ensure quality standards on project deliverables.
Communicate with subcontractors, regulatory agents, tenants, and clients during field activities.
Support ERM Partners-in-Charge and Project Managers to effectively manage projects.
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelors degree in geology, or related discipline; Masters degree preferred.
3 to 7 years of relevant environmental experience including environmental field work.
Willingness/interest in field assignments.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with good written/verbal communication.
Effective organization/analytical skills; experience recording/writing detailed technical data and reports.
Strong hands-on spreadsheet and database comprehension.
Detail-oriented with mechanical aptitude and hands-on trouble-shooting/problem-solving skills.
Ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, travel, and work independently with minimal supervision.
40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification, GIT/PG certification a plus.
Strong commitment to safety, including following established Health and Safety protocols.
Valid drivers license and a good driving record.
Ability to succeed in a consulting pace, handling multiple project assignments, and maintaining flexibility, while meeting strict deadlines.
Local candidates preferred.