Groundwater Remediation Manager

RSI EnTech, LLC; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

RSI EnTech, LLC is seeking a groundwater remediation manager to lead a team in managing groundwater investigation and remediation projects for the Department of Energy in Oak Ridge, TN. The ideal candidate will have a B.S. in Geoscience or a related field, along with over 5 years of experience in groundwater remediation. Strong project management, well drilling techniques, and groundwater modeling skills are essential. Candidates will engage with multidisciplinary teams and collaborate with DOE clients and stakeholders. This position emphasizes technical expertise and leadership.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in groundwater investigation and/or remediation.
• Strong technical writing and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Leads a small team managing environmental cleanup projects for the DOE.
• Utilizes project management principles to manage project schedules and costs.
• Prepares and peer reviews groundwater remedial investigation/design/action work plans.
• Works with technical team and subcontractors to design and evaluate groundwater remedies.
• Facilitates the DQO process for groundwater projects.
• Works closely with field sampling and well drilling teams.
• Evaluates data to provide interpretations of subsurface conditions.
• Mentors junior hydrogeologists and environmental scientists.
• Presents to and collaborates with DOE clients and regulatory agencies.

Skills

Project management

Well drilling techniques

Groundwater modeling

Geophysical evaluations

Technical writing

Presentation skills

Education

B.S. in Geoscience, Environmental Science or related physical science/engineering

Job description

Job Summary

RSI is seeking a groundwater remediation manager as part of our Environmental Services Team to manage a variety of groundwater investigation and remediation projects on the Department of Energy (DOE) Oak Ridge Reservation. The successful candidate will bring innovative approaches to following the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) groundwater remedy process from Remedial Investigation/Feasibility Study to Record of Decision (ROD) and post-ROD remedy implementation. This includes managing the cost and schedule for the development of groundwater decision documents, field implementation of well drilling and data collection, and reporting to stakeholders of project progress. The ideal candidate will have experience with project management, well drilling techniques, an understanding of groundwater modeling and geophysical evaluations, and a strong foundation in geosciences. This role requires a strong balance of technical expertise and project management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, stakeholders, and regulators.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Leads a small team of hydrogeologists and environmental scientists managing environmental cleanup projects for the DOE.
• Utilizes the earned value management system and/or project management principles to manage projects schedules and costs to ensure on-time delivery to the DOE customer.
• Prepares and peer reviews groundwater remedial investigation/design/action work plans, annual reports, and remedial action completion reports.
• Works with groundwater technical team and specialty subcontractors to design and evaluate active groundwater remedies. This includes design of groundwater monitoring networks to support site characterization and remedy performance.
• Facilitates the Data Quality Objective (DQO) process for groundwater projects, leading multidisciplinary teams in identifying data gaps and subsequently developing a work plan that addresses those data needs.
• Works closely with field sampling and well drilling teams to ensure data are collected in accordance with work plans.
• Evaluates data generated by field activities to provide detailed interpretations of subsurface stratigraphy/structure, groundwater flow conditions, and nature and extent of contamination.
• Mentors junior hydrogeologists and environmental scientists through regular interactions and peer review of their work products.
• Regularly presents to and collaborates with DOE clients, regulatory agencies and other DOE contractors.

Requirements and Education

• B.S. in Geoscience, Environmental Science or related physical science/engineering
• 5+ years of experience in groundwater investigation and/or remediation
• Strong technical writing and presentation skills

Preferred Requirements and Education

• M.S. or PhD in Geoscience, Environmental Science or related physical science/engineering
• 10+ years of experience in groundwater remediation
• Experience with Department of Energy cleanup projects
• Familiarity with numerical flow and transport models

EEO Statement

RSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.