Associate Environmental Geologist

Parsons Corporation•USA MI (Field), MI

1d•$23 - $40•Hybrid

About The Position

Parsons is an industry leader in delivering technology-driven solutions to promote a safer, healthier, and sustainable world-class infrastructure to communities throughout the world. Our landmark projects and capital improvement programs support global initiatives in infrastructure, water, energy, power, renewables, environmental, healthcare, education, and communications. We are hiring colleagues with an entrepreneurial spirit who thrive on professional challenges in a high-energy environment. We are currently seeking a Geologist / Scientist with entry-level experience. The ideal candidate will participate in office operations (planning, assign contractors, reporting) and execution of field operations with a focus on safety, efficiency, and compliance with procedures. The successful candidate must be able to work independently as well as in a team at Sites throughout Michigan.

Requirements

A 4-year degree in geology, environmental science, or similar programs.
A minimum of an internship or entry level experience conducting environmental field efforts.
Knowledge of Michigan’s environmental regulations (Part 213/201/211/215).
Ability to work in a hybrid work arrangement. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a home office and project locations throughout Michigan.
A valid driver’s license and the ability and willingness to travel to and from field locations in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois is required.
Should be able to-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.
Work in adverse weather conditions (i.e. hot, cold, rain and snow).
Excellent written and oral communications skills.
Maturity in interaction and ability to operate self-sufficiently in the field or as part of a team.
This position requires a Fit for Duty exam as part of the job requirements. Successful completion of this exam(s) will be required post offer acceptance, prior to you being able to continue in the hiring process and onboarding.

Nice To Haves

Ideally this position shall be located in central Michigan.
Mix of office experience (Initial Assessment Reports, Final Assessment Reports, Closure Reports, etc) and field experience (subcontractor oversight, soil/soil-vapor/GW sampling, etc) is a plus.

Responsibilities

Soil classification and sampling during drilling, test pitting and excavation activities.
Groundwater sampling utilizing a wide variety of equipment.
Coordination and supervision of drillers and other subcontractors.
Operation of various types of field equipment (e.g. GPS, data loggers, survey level, combustible gas meters, etc.).
Completion of field documentation such as activity hazard analysis (AHA) forms, project field reports, field notes, and chain-of-custody forms.
Work with Project Managers, using interpersonal and organizational skills, to ensure projects are completed on time and budget.
Tabulation/organization of field data and completion of regulatory reports for client and agency submittal.
Assist in coordination/training of field activities with other Parsons junior staff.
Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.