Project Geologist / Scientist

Roux; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm is seeking a Project Geologist / Scientist to oversee field operations and technical assessments. The role requires a bachelor's degree with at least 4 years in environmental consulting. The candidate will manage projects, coordinate field personnel, and contribute to junior staff development. A competitive salary range of $85,000 - $100,000 is offered, with performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years in the environmental consulting industry with progression in technical site investigation.
• Experience in managing projects and field activities, including budgeting and subcontractor management.
• Ability to support the technical growth of staff level professionals based on direct interactions.

Responsibilities

• Implement technically sound project plans in the field and supervise related activities.
• Coordinate the collection and review of project data, interpreting findings for reports.
• Ensure task schedules, budgets, and client invoicing comply with standards.

Skills

Field coordination and management

Technical data review

Project management

Staff mentoring and training

Proficient written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant technical field

Job description

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Overview

This position will design and implement appropriate technical services to ensure that client and project management needs are met. The role includes performing field and office tasks as well as providing project management support for traditional assessment and remediation projects.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant technical field.


• Minimum of 4 years in the environmental consulting industry with demonstrated progression in technical site investigation / remediation and task management.


• Proficient in designing field programs and managing projects and associated field activities – scheduling, coordination of tasks, budgeting, subcontractor negotiating/management.


• Experience planning, coordinating, and managing Site/Remedial Investigation field activities and performing follow up intermediate hydrogeologic and data interpretation.


• Demonstrated task/project management skills.


• Intermediate data evaluation and analytical skills.


• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.


• Experience with common technical protocols and regulatory requirements.


• Ability and willingness to support the technical growth of staff level professionals based on direct hands-on interactions.

Essential Duties

• Field Coordination and Management:
  
  
  
  • Set up work plans and protocols, supervise field activities, coordinate field personnel and related activities for the purpose of implementing technically sound project plans. May also include implementation of field activities.
  
  


• Technical Data Review and Report Preparation:
  
  • Coordinate the collection and review of project data, including the reduction of field data to evaluate and determine future client needs and project requirements. Interpret data, develop, and finalize a report for Project Manager's review that appropriately documents findings and project remediation recommendations.


• Project Management:
  
  • Ensure that individual task schedules, budgets, and client invoicing are monitored and reviewed in compliance with Company standards and client requirements to complete project work.


• Staff Mentoring and Training:
  
  • Participate in the development of junior staff and work with senior management to continue to grow as a consultant and leader of the firm.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

This position works in both field and office environments. In the field, the candidate will be working independently or leading a larger team at exterior project sites (e.g., industrial/brownfield facilities, monitoring wells, treatment systems, construction projects) to perform sample collection, recording of operational/meter parameters, and oversight of subcontractors. These field activities require the ability to drive to different project sites and move around outdoors in various terrains, in adverse weather conditions and occasionally for extended or irregular hours. Office work is primarily stationary and computer-based.

Equal Opportunity Employer & Accommodations

Roux is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, or protected veteran status; and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Roux will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities as required to participate in the job application or interview process or to perform the essential functions of the position. Please contact [e-mail] for accommodations.

Compensation

Base Salary Range: $85,000 - $100,000. This salary range is based on Roux's good faith belief at the time of posting for this position and for this geographic location. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as relevant work experience, market conditions, education, certifications, skill sets, and internal equity. In addition, this position is eligible for performance bonuses based on individual job performance and the profitability of the firm.

Job details

• Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level


• Employment Type: Full-time


• Job Function: Research, Science, and Consulting


• Industries: Environmental Services, Civil Engineering, and Oil and Gas