Senior Geologist/Environmental Scientist

Energy Vault; United States; Remote; USD 62,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading environmental services firm as an Environmental Geologist focusing on federal projects. Collaborate in a supportive environment that values innovation and excellence. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in geological sciences and relevant field experience, with opportunities for growth and leadership.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) plan

Flexible work schedules

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience supporting federal environmental projects.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training required.
• Professional Geologist/Geoscientist Registration or application in process.

Responsibilities

• Lead field work for environmental investigations including drilling and sampling.
• Assist with drafting technical proposals, work plans, and reports.
• Perform soil, surface water, groundwater, and sediment sampling.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

Education

4-year degree in geological sciences

Job description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with exceptional people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for.

Job Description:

Parsons is adding to our environmental services team! We are hiring environmental geologist with 5 to 10 years’ experience with a desire to support various federal projects across the country in all aspects of environmental investigation and remediation, and an anticipated focus on PFAS. We pride ourselves on our strong culture of technical innovation, versatility, and quality performance and are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join our winning team.

Our team members are required to have exceptional communication, analytical, and organizational skills. We will provide the ideal candidate a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth and advancement. (Non-virtual options available to specific locations - inquire during interview)

What You'll Be Doing:

• Perform various field and office tasks requiring the application of basic scientific principles and fundamental theories.
• Assist with the drafting of technical proposals and project documents, such as work plans, UFP-QAPPs, monitoring reports, and closure reports.
• Lead field work efforts for environmental investigations, including overseeing drilling, conducting low flow groundwater monitoring, push-ahead groundwater sampling, surface water and sediment sample collection, and soil sample collection.
• Participate on multiple teams simultaneously working on varied projects pertaining to - PFAS investigation and remediation, military munitions response, and/or other hazardous, toxic, and radioactive waste contamination
• Perform soil, surface water, groundwater, and sediment sampling efforts including Health & Safety oversight.
• Assist and perform basic geologic, hydrogeologic, and hydrochemistry tasks including preparation of cross sections and compilation of environmental sample analyses.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• 4-year degree in geological sciences, or related discipline.
• 5 to 10 years’ experience with a desire to support various federal projects across the country in all aspects of environmental investigation and remediation, and an anticipated focus on PFAS.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training.
• OSHA 8-hour Supervisor training
• Experience leading environmental sampling programs in the field
• Professional Geologist/Geoscientist Registration, or application in process.
• Strong communication and writing skills - an example of an authored writing assignment will be requested.
• Demonstration of success in working in a team environment, being an excellent team player as well as a leader.
• Willingness to travel to project sites and perform field work up to 60% of time.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Master’s Degree in geology, or related natural sciences discipline.
• 5 to 10 years of environmental consulting work experience with office experience (writing work plans, reports, coordinating field projects, etc.) and field experience (Health & Safety responsibility, subcontractor/drilling oversight, groundwater/soil sampling, etc.).
• Familiarity with related environmental rules and regulations (such as CERCLA, RCRA, etc.).
• A valid driver’s license, the ability and willingness to travel to and from field locations up to 60% of the time.
• Should be able-bodied as the work requires some physical exertion such as extended periods of standing; walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; lifting; recurring bending or similar activities.
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions (e.g., hot, cold, rain, snow).
• Task or project leadership experience both in the field and office and willingness to train and develop junior employees.
• Experience with PFAS projects with advanced PFAS technical training provided.
• Ability to perform leadership role supporting PFAS and conventional contaminant projects.
• Interest in training and mentoring junior geologists in the field.

Security Clearance Requirement:

NoneThis position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $62,300.00 - $109,000.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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