Project Geologist/ Project Engineer

Apex Companies, LLC; Signal Hill (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Apex Companies, LLC is seeking a Project Geologist or Project Engineer for a hybrid role in Northern California. You will manage environmental investigations, remediation, and reporting for complex projects, interfacing with clients and regulatory agencies.

Qualifications include a BS in a geoscience field, 5+ years of environmental consulting, California licensure preferred, and strong writing/communication skills.

Qualifications

• BS in Geology, Geological Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related field.
• 5+ years environmental consulting experience including subsurface investigations, soil or groundwater remediation, and reports.
• California PG or PE preferred or able to obtain licensure.
• HAZWOPER 40-hour certification and 8-hour refresher preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication and safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental investigations, remediation, soil gas and indoor air evaluations for complex regulatory projects.
• Meet with clients and agencies (EPA, DTSC, RWQCB) to discuss project scope and findings.
• Prepare and review remedial/corrective action plans and technical reports.
• Develop remedial strategies for contaminated soil and groundwater.
• Coordinate field activities: locating utilities, drilling, sampling, and subcontractor supervision.
• Evaluate data, create tables/figures/maps, and support GIS outputs.
• Lead proposal writing, scoping, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Mentor junior staff and ensure safe, high-quality project execution.

Skills

Environmental consulting

Groundwater sampling

Regulatory liaison

Technical writing

Client interaction

GIS

Microsoft Office

Education

BS in Geology/Geological Engineering/Civil or Environmental Eng

Tools

GIS

Job description

Are you driven to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact? At Apex, we're building more than a consulting and engineering firm-we're creating a place where your career accelerates, your contributions matter, and your potential is fully realized. We believe your growth is our growth, which is why we invest in your development at every stage of your career. Here, you'll work on projects that shape communities, protect the environment, and create lasting impact, all while being empowered with the autonomy and flexibility to do your best work. Fueled by high-quality delivery, exceptional client retention, and strategic acquisitions, Apex Companies continues to rank among the fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry, recently recognized by the Zweig Group for our industry-leading growth. Our success is grounded in strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes. As we continue to expand, we're looking for high-performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, innovate, and create impact. At Apex, you help shape what's next. When we succeed together, we share in that success. All Apex positions are eligible for annual bonus opportunities, reinforcing our commitment to recognizing and rewarding meaningful contributions that drive our collective growth.

Apex is seeking a Project Geologist or Project Engineer to join our team in a hybrid role in Northern California.

Your Responsibilities as a Project Geologist or Project Engineer:

• Conduct and manage environmental investigations, soil and groundwater remediation, soil gas and indoor air evaluations, and other environmental projects for clients with complex technical and regulatory needs.
• Meet with clients and regulatory agencies, including the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Department of Toxic Substances Control, Regional Water Quality Control Board, and local Environmental Health agencies.
• Write and review remedial documents and technical reports, including feasibility studies, remedial and/or corrective action plans, remedial design documents, and progress and completion reports.
• Develop and evaluate remedial solutions for contaminated soil and groundwater.
• Coordinate and oversee field investigations, including utility locating, excavation, drilling, groundwater sampling, and subcontractor activities.
• Evaluate sampling results and develop tables, figures, maps, and other technical deliverables.
• Manage and evaluate environmental data, including groundwater trend analyses and other statistical evaluations.
• Direct the production of maps and plans using GIS.
• Write and review proposals and support project scopes, budgets, and schedules.
• Build strong client relationships and meet or exceed scope, budget, schedule, and quality expectations.
• Mentor and train junior technical staff in field procedures, data management, reporting, and project execution.
• Ensure project work is completed safely while maintaining the quality and integrity of work and data.
• Actively contribute to your own career growth and technical development.

What we're looking for:

• BS in Geology, Geological Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related field.
• 5+ years of environmental consulting experience, including subsurface investigations, soil and/or groundwater remediation, and technical report preparation.
• Experience conducting groundwater sampling using various methods, including low-flow sampling.
• Experience with subsurface investigations and drilling methods such as hollow-stem auger, direct-push, air rotary, rock coring, or similar methods.
• California PG or PE preferred, or ability to obtain applicable California professional licensure.
• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification and current 8-hour refresher preferred.
• Ability to effectively interact with clients, regulatory agencies, field staff, technical staff, and subcontractors.
• Experience preparing project work plans, health and safety plans, and other technical project documentation.
• Ability to mentor, train, and support junior staff.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Strong safety awareness, a good working safety record, and understanding of safe work practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Why You'll Love Working for Us

• Company-subsidized medical and dental insurance.
• Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) match and tuition assistance.
• Cross-training and opportunities to work on a variety of environmental projects.
• Performance-based bonuses and other incentives.
• Opportunities for continued technical and professional development.
• The opportunity to work alongside some of the best and brightest professionals in the environmental industry.
• Join a 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the United States.

Annual Expected Pay Range: $100,000 — $130,000 USD

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