Project Geologist

Pennoni; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennoni is seeking a Project Geologist to contribute to Environmental, Health, and Safety projects from our Philadelphia, PA office on a full-time, direct basis.

You will manage investigations and remediation projects, write reports, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with engineers and scientists to support project planning and execution. Strong writing and field supervision skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in environmental due diligence, investigation, and remediation projects.
• Professional licensure as a P.G. is required or preferred.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and PADEP regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage investigation and remediation projects from planning to budgeting and scheduling.
• Effectively write, edit reports, draft proposals, and key documents.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff on project tasks.
• Plan and oversee field activities, contractor oversight, and data interpretation.
• Prepare for client meetings and interface with regulators and stakeholders.
• Identify and pursue new clients within existing networks and at marketing events.

Skills

Field work experience

Report writing

Project management

Mentoring staff

Education

B.S. in Geology

Advanced degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are hiring for a Project Geologist to contribute to our EHS (Environmental, Health, & Safety) projects on a full-time, direct basis while based at our office in Philadelphia, PA.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Task and project management, including planning and implementing investigation and remediation projects, budgeting and budget management, adherence to schedule, quality, client satisfaction, and profitability.
• Effectively organize, write, and edit reports, draft proposals, and other documents.
• Oversee and manage junior staff for specific project assignments.
• Train staff assigned to environmental projects and mentor staff in their professional development.
• Plan, implement, and supervise field activities; provide contractor oversight; and interpret field conditions and laboratory analytical results.
• Prepare for and participate in meetings with clients, regulatory personnel, and other parties.
• Collaborate with engineers, environmental scientists, and other stakeholders to support project planning and execution.
• Participate in the identification and pursuit of new clients and develop additional work within an existing network of clients.
• Attend/present at marketing events, conferences, regulatory trainings, and other events (when necessary).

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree in geology (or a related technical discipline, e.g., engineering, environmental science, etc.).
• Minimum 8 years of professional experience working with environmental due diligence, investigation, and remediation projects.
• Professional licensure (i.e., P.G.)
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and compliance including PADEP regulations (e.g., Act 2, Act 32, etc.).
• Possess reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong experience in environmental field work, task management, and technical writing.
• Proficiency on all standard Microsoft Office software applications.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong attention-to-detail skills with the proven ability to work with a high-level of accuracy.
• Proven ability to work independently in a team environment with minimal supervision and in a self-motivated manner while effectively multi-tasking and prioritizing multiple assignments.
• Completion of OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER training.
• Advanced degree in related technical discipline.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).

Why Work With Us?

Pennoni is an ENR Top 500 consulting engineering firm. At our core, we recognize that the unique qualities of Pennoni's individuals are essential for innovation and growth as a whole; we offer many opportunities to help you build your career! We continually strive to build a great workplace where our employees trust the people they work for, enjoy the people they work with, and take pride in what they do.