Managing Consultant, Hydrogeologist

ERM; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 124,245; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

ERM is seeking a motivated Managing Consultant, Hydrogeologist to join our Boston, MA team. You will lead site investigations and remediation efforts across the United States, partnering with technical experts and project leaders to deliver high-quality environmental solutions that protect human health and the environment.

The role bridges field execution with technical analysis, helping develop conceptual site models and communicate findings to clients and regulators.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in hydrogeology, geology, aqueous geochemistry, environmental engineering, or related field.
• 4–6 years (7 preferred) of experience at Managing Consultant level.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing detailed technical reports.
• Willingness to travel for field assignments.
• Driver’s license required for travel to client locations across a broad area.

Responsibilities

• Execute and manage site investigation and remediation field programs.
• Analyze and interpret environmental data to support project objectives.
• Support development of conceptual site models and remediation strategies.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver project outcomes.
• Maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships during project execution.

Skills

Hydrogeology

Report writing

Field data collection

Travel readiness

Education

Master’s degree in hydrogeology or related field

Tools

GIS software

Data analysis tools

Job description

Lead impactful hydrogeologic investigations and remediation projects with a global sustainability leader

ERM is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Managing Consultant, Hydrogeologist to join our growing team in Boston, Massachusetts. In this role, you will contribute to complex site investigation and remediation efforts across the United States, partnering with technical experts and project leaders to deliver innovative, high-quality environmental solutions that drive measurable outcomes for clients.

Why This Role Matters

This role plays a critical part in advancing ERM’s mission to deliver sustainable, science-driven solutions to environmental challenges. As a Managing Consultant, you will bridge field execution and technical analysis, helping shape remediation strategies and ensure data‑driven decision‑making that protects human health and the environment.

What Your Impact Is

• Plan and oversee field data collection, including high‑resolution characterization programs for unconsolidated media (e.g., MIP, WaterlooAPS TM, HPT, LIF) and fractured bedrock (e.g., borehole geophysical logging, packer testing, Solinst Flute technologies, COREDFN); drilling, soil sampling, and well installation; aquifer testing (e.g., slug tests, step‑drawdown tests, pumping tests); and remedial pilot tests and full‑scale implementations.
• Compile and evaluate site investigation and remedial system monitoring data.
• Synthesize site characterization and remediation information to develop and refine conceptual site models.
• Utilize conceptual site models to communicate findings, identify data gaps, and guide additional data collection.
• Collaborate with data managers and GIS specialists to create clear, compelling visualizations.
• Deliver work products within quality, budget, and schedule expectations.
• Communicate effectively with subcontractors, regulatory agencies, tenants, and clients during field activities.

What You’ll Bring

Required

• Master’s degree in hydrogeology, geology, aqueous geochemistry, environmental engineering, or related degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 4-6 years (7 preferred) of experience, aligned with Managing Consultant level expectations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing detailed technical reports.
• Willingness and interest in travel for field assignments.
• Strong commitment to safety, including adherence to Health and Safety protocols.
• Driver’s License Required: This position requires a valid driver’s license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain flexibility, and work with minimal supervision.
• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Preferred

• Environmental fieldwork experience.
• Current 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute and manage site investigation and remediation field programs.
• Analyze and interpret environmental data to support project objectives.
• Support development of conceptual site models and remediation strategies.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver project outcomes.
• Maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships during project execution.

For the Managing Consultant, Hydrogeologist position, the anticipated annual base pay is $90,000-124,245 (USD). Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible).

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and other applicable benefits to eligible employees.

Note: Bonuses, commissions, and other forms of additional compensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures.

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.