Early-Career Geologist

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. is seeking an Early-Career Geologist to join our environmental sciences and engineering practice in the Atlanta area (Kennesaw or Atlanta, GA). The role involves field sampling, data interpretation, and support for remediation and due diligence projects for private and public sector clients.

The ideal candidate has a geology degree with field experience, strong writing and communication skills, and is willing to travel. A valid U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in geology is required.
• 2+ years of related field experience (drilling, sampling, etc.).
• Regulatory knowledge related to environmental remediation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Fieldwork including soil and groundwater sampling, drilling oversight, QA/QC, and remediation system O&M.
• Chemical data and contaminant fate/transport evaluation.
• Groundwater and soil remedy evaluation, cost estimation, and design calculations.
• Environmental due diligence, regulatory compliance, and permitting.
• Aquifer testing and hydrogeologic data analyses.
• Data analysis, maps, tables, and figures preparation.
• Preparation of technical reports, letters, memoranda, plans, specifications, and proposals.
• Drive to client sites and project locations as needed.

Skills

Fieldwork experience

Excellent writing

Strong communication

Overnight travel

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in geology

Advanced degree

FG certification

Tools

MS Word

Excel

AutoCAD

GIS

Job description

Early-Career Geologist

Primary Location: US-GA-Kennesaw

ID: 2026-5076

Category: Early Career

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Remote: No

Additional Location: US-GA-Atlanta

Overview

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better?

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Staff Geologist in our environmental sciences and engineering practice in our Kennesaw, or Atlanta Georgia office. The position will have the opportunity to apply academic knowledge and practical experience to real-world situations related to contaminated site assessment & remediation, groundwater management, water treatment, and environmental due diligence for a diverse national private and public sector client base, while also learning and expanding the business skills needed for a successful consulting career.

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Fieldwork such as soil and groundwater sampling, drilling and contractor oversight, construction quality assurance and oversight, and remediation system O&M;
• Chemical data and contaminant fate & transport evaluation;
• Groundwater and soil remedy evaluation, cost estimation, design calculations, and implementation;
• Environmental due diligence, regulatory compliance services, and permitting;
• Aquifer testing and hydrogeologic data analyses;
• Data analysis, including preparing maps, tables, and figures; and
• Preparation of technical reports, letters, memoranda, plans, specifications, and proposals.
• Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed.

Education and Licensure

• Bachelor's degree in geology or related field. (required)
• Advanced degree in the same. (preferred)
• Fundamentals of Geology (FG) certification, if applicable. (preferred)

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• At least 2 years of related experience, including observation of drilling and well installation, soil sampling, groundwater sampling, and other field techniques, or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to environmental remediation. (preferred)
• Prior internship experience in environmental consulting. (valuable)
• Technical experience in geology, geotechnical, environmental, or related disciplines. (preferred)
• Experience with construction work such as plumbing, electrical, structural, geotechnical, or mechanical tasks. (valuable)
• Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and related software; AutoCAD and/or GIS. (preferred)
• Excellent writing and communication skills. (required)
• Regular field work and overnight travel. (required)
• Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing. (required)
• Valid U.S. driver's license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)