Staff Environmental Geologist / Civil Engineer: Field & Site Growth

NCE | Engineering & Environmental Services; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

NCE has an immediate opening for a Staff Level II Geologist or Civil Engineer based in our Pt. Richmond and/or Sacramento, California office. We are a mid-sized but rapidly growing firm with multiple CA offices.

The role supports environmental site assessment, regulatory compliance, and civil design on public- and private-sector projects. The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of relevant experience, familiarity with Phase I/II assessments and California regulations, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• B.S. Civil Engineering or Geology required.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with California regulatory agencies and regulations (RWQCBs, DTSC, local health departments).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clients and projects of varying size and complexity.
• Evaluate, apply standard techniques and data analyses under supervision.
• Organize field work and assign tasks to staff specialists.
• Support plans, specifications, and engineers estimates (PS&E).
• Review field reports and guide office and field personnel.
• Research literature and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Assist in developing project scope and proposals.

Skills

Excellent communication

Project coordination

Team collaboration

Education

B.S. Civil Engineering or Geology

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

NCE has an immediate opening for a Staff Level II Geologist or Civil Engineer based in our Pt. Richmond and/or Sacramento, California office. We are a mid-sized but rapidly growing firm with multiple CA offices.

The role supports environmental site assessment, regulatory compliance, and civil design on public- and private-sector projects. The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of relevant experience, familiarity with Phase I/II assessments and California regulations, and strong communication skills.