Field Environmental Scientist / Geologist

Geologist / Environmental Scientist; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadis is seeking an Environmental Scientist or Geologist to join our Resilience Environment team in the New Jersey tristate area. This role blends field and office work, with responsibilities in site characterization, investigation, and remediation, and expects 50–90% field time.

You will support Project Managers, oversee field tasks such as soil and groundwater sampling, drilling oversight, and report writing, while complying with health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• BA or BS in Environmental Science, Geology or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of field experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers and Task Managers in planning and executing environmental site characterization, investigation, and remediation tasks.
• Conduct fieldwork including soil, groundwater, and vapor sampling; oversee drilling for soil sampling and groundwater well installation.
• Prepare subcontracts and oversee subcontractors; write technical reports, work plans, letters and memoranda.
• Office tasks include data compilation and interpretation, cost estimates, safety plan preparation, regulatory file reviews, and budget management.
• Travel regionally for field work up to 1–2 days per week; occasional longer travel within the U.S.

Education

BA or BS in Environmental Science, Geology or related field

Minimum of 2 years of field experience

Job description

Arcadis is seeking an Environmental Scientist or Geologist to join our Resilience Environment team in the New Jersey tristate area. This role blends field and office work, with responsibilities in site characterization, investigation, and remediation, and expects 50–90% field time.

You will support Project Managers, oversee field tasks such as soil and groundwater sampling, drilling oversight, and report writing, while complying with health and safety standards.