Field Environmental Scientist – Geotech & Site Monitoring

Haley & Aldrich; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Haley & Aldrich is seeking a Staff Environmental Scientist 2 in Boston, MA to perform field-based technical duties with minimal supervision. This full-time role requires travel to job sites and extensive outdoor work 95% of the time.

You will collect soil samples, monitor drilling, and perform tests while adhering to health and safety guidelines on large construction sites. The position emphasizes independent work, detailed notes, and coordination with project teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology or related field.
• 2–5 years+ related work experience.
• Strong written, verbal and telephone communication skills.
• Basic Microsoft Excel and Word capabilities.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must have reliable transportation to travel to job sites and the office.
• Familiarity with GPS devices a plus.
• Experience directing subcontractors a plus.
• OSHA 40-hr. HAZWOPER training preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Travel to work locations that may require overnight stays and work in other states.
• Monitor geotechnical and environmental drilling and test pits.
• Produce boring logs with soil classifications, rock core classifications, site geology conditions.
• Collect geotechnical and environmental soil samples.
• Perform low flow groundwater sampling.
• Perform field tests on soil and rock.
• Use geotechnical and environmental instrumentation and equipment.
• Conduct site reconnaissance.
• Prepare detailed notes and photographs documenting field explorations.
• Prepare daily/weekly field reports with figures and photos.

Skills

Strong communication

MS Excel & Word

Valid driver’s license

Reliable transportation

GPS familiarity

Coordinate subcontractors

HAZWOPER training (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology or related field

Tools

GPS devices

Geotechnical field equipment

Job description

Haley & Aldrich is seeking a Staff Environmental Scientist 2 in Boston, MA to perform field-based technical duties with minimal supervision. This full-time role requires travel to job sites and extensive outdoor work 95% of the time.

You will collect soil samples, monitor drilling, and perform tests while adhering to health and safety guidelines on large construction sites. The position emphasizes independent work, detailed notes, and coordination with project teams.