Senior Environmental Scientist: Field Lead & Remediation

HydroGeoLogic, Inc; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

HydroGeoLogic, Inc. is seeking an Environmental Scientist III based in Billings, MT or Helena, MT.

The role supports EPA, Montana DEQ, and Army Corps projects across the Mountain West, focusing on groundwater and soil investigations and remediation of PFAS and other contaminants. You will lead field teams, ensure safety plans, oversee sampling, assist with remedial system installation and operations, and contribute to technical reports and project deliverables such as RI Reports and QAPPs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Geology, or Environmental Science-related field.
• 4+ years of experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and organization.
• Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, and other MS Office applications.
• Possess or have ability to obtain OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification upon employment.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and adopt new technologies and digital tools to improve project delivery and operational efficiency.
• Knowledge and experience of CERCLA, DoD, DOE, EPA, and/or RCRA projects.
• Understanding of remediation and construction site health & safety hazards.
• Strong technical writing and documentation experience with prior experience contributing to the preparation of remedial design documents.
• Ability to conduct completion inspections, document project status and maintain records.
• Working knowledge of federal and state occupational regulations.
• Ability to prepare daily reports documenting activities and findings.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills including engaging with leadership, RA Contractors, subcontractors, stakeholders.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring field operations are conducted in a safe manner in accordance with Site Safety and Health Plans / Health and Safety Plans.
• Managing / leading field teams for collection of water, soil, and soil vapor samples utilizing various sampling techniques.
• Assisting with remedial system installation and operations & maintenance services.
• Performing / conducting field subcontractor oversight inclusive of remediation, waste transportation and disposal, and heavy equipment operation.
• Interfacing with program and project managers, senior technical staff, the government customer, and RA Contractors.
• Contributing to the preparation of work plans and project deliverables (e.g., UFP-QAPPs, RI Reports, SSHP/HASPs, power point presentations, and technical memoranda).
• Provide technical support during investigation, planning, design, implementation, and completion project phases.
• Assisting with data entry, analysis, and interpretation of environmental data using statistical and visualization tools.
• Managing or leading field teams collecting general field data, completing environmental sampling, and managing remedial systems.
• Potential for up to 50% travel within the U.S. (primarily in western U.S.) will be associated with this position.
• Utilize approved digital and AI-assisted tools, where appropriate, to support technical documentation, data analysis, project communications, and workflow efficiency.
• Review of specifications, drawings, work plans, and ongoing construction activities to assure compliance during RA construction oversight.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

HAZWOPER

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Engineering/Geology/Environmental Science)

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

HydroGeoLogic, Inc. is seeking an Environmental Scientist III based in Billings, MT or Helena, MT.

The role supports EPA, Montana DEQ, and Army Corps projects across the Mountain West, focusing on groundwater and soil investigations and remediation of PFAS and other contaminants. You will lead field teams, ensure safety plans, oversee sampling, assist with remedial system installation and operations, and contribute to technical reports and project deliverables such as RI Reports and QAPPs.