Environmental Resources Management (ERM) is hiring: Consulting Associate, Geolog

Consulting Associate, Geology (Entry Level)

Apply locations: Holland, Michigan; Rolling Meadows, Illinois; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 4 Days Ago

Job requisition id: R00025318

ERM is looking for a motivated, detail-oriented Consulting Associate, Environmental Geologist/Scientist/Engineer to join our growing team in Michigan. The successful candidate will work on a variety of interesting site investigation, remediation, and hazardous waste management projects throughout our Great Lakes Northeast Business Unit service area; however, opportunities for travel throughout the United States and globally may also occur.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct field work, including soil, sediment, groundwater, building, waste, and surface water sampling, aquifer testing, drilling oversight and soil logging, soil boring and monitoring well installation, well development, purging and sampling, and construction oversight.
• Coordinate and direct drilling, surveying, and laboratory services.
• Provide support for environmental remediation/demolition projects, and operations and maintenance of environmental remediation systems.
• Compile and evaluate soil, groundwater, air, sediment, and other environmental data.
• Assist in preparation of reports for submittal to regulatory agencies.
• Review groundwater chemistry data and prepare figures/exhibits to support regulatory reporting.
• Perform Phase I and II environmental site assessments to support property transfer transactions.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with all federal, state and local regulations.
• Work within quality/budget/schedule expectations and scope-specific assignments.
• Communicate with subcontractors, regulatory agents, tenants, and clients during field activities.

REQUIREMENTS:

• BS in geology, hydrogeology, environmental science, or environmental engineering required. Or equivalency of 8+ years related experience.
• Recent graduate to 2 years of experience, including willingness/interest in field assignments.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills; experience recording/writing detailed technical data and reports required.
• Ability to succeed in a consulting pace, handling multiple project assignments and maintaining flexibility while meeting strict deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with mechanical aptitude and hands-on trouble-shooting/problem-solving skills.
• Environmental field work experience and 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification a plus.
• Up to 75% regional travel with possible multiple overnight stays; 25% office work.
• Strong commitment to safety, including following established Health and Safety protocols.
• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.

For the Consulting Associate, Geology (Entry Level) position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $62,315 – $69,050 (USD). An employee’s pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs. We also may have instances where employees fall outside of the range based on the factors noted above. This job may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are NOT bonus eligible).

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and any other benefits to eligible employees. (Casual employees and regular employees scheduled under 20 hours a week are not benefits eligible).

You can apply for this role through this link or through the internal careers portal if you are a current employee.

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ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Thank you for your interest in ERM!