Consultant, Geology

WSP • Valhalla, NY

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a Consultant, Geologist, to work in our Valhalla, NY office. Be involved in projects with our Federal Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our federal and private industrial client’s objectives and solves their challenges. WSP is investing in transformational growth in our Federal business, and we are seeking passionate, driven leaders who are ready to help build our portfolio and reputation to become one of the top A/E/P firms in the Federal market. If you are competitive, collaborative, and team-oriented, if you can think strategically, and are willing to rise to a challenge, this position is tailor-made for you. The successful candidate will have a proven track-record of field work execution and who is an emerging task manager looking to transition to project management responsibilities. This position will require some field work initially and seeks to transition the right candidate into a project management role. Technical writing, excellent communication skills, overall project execution, and successful management of schedule and budget expectations are critical skills for the successful candidate. Your Impact Determine well-defined data collection methods for extracting, identifying, and compiling environmental data from soil sampling, soil gas sampling, groundwater sampling, surface water sampling, stormwater sampling, boring logs, and other matrices for projects, investigations, and surveys. Determine well-defined data collection methods for identifying and compiling observational, spatial, and environmental data from samples of air, soil, water, sludge, and other matrices for projects, investigations, and surveys. Perform professional environmental science work and conduct investigations, inspections, and environmental studies and surveys to gain further information on a particular environmental problem or issue, verify site characteristics, and/or to plan for future environmental needs. Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, and illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses. Prepare technical reports and presentations that explain research, findings, and recommendations to address, prevent, control, or restore environmental problems. Comply with regulatory requirements pertaining to the data integrity, documentation, procedures, training, monitoring systems, reporting, and record compliance and retention. Assist with the development and scoping of medium-sized and larger projects. Assist with overseeing and working with cross-functional teams in executing project work. Prepare and implement Work Plans, Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPs) and Health and Safety Plans (HASPs) in accordance with Federal government requirements. Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner. Conduct research as appropriate and assist with proposal development. Remain current in latest environmental science subject matter and techniques. Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct. Understand and perform your duties consistent with related policies and procedures. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, or closely related technical discipline with hydrogeologic knowledge and experience, or relevant.
• 3 + years of experience working as an environmental professional and completing environmental investigations (planning, field work, data processing, technical writing, and presentations), and/or facets of pre-design investigations/remedial designs.
• Working knowledge and experience with State and Federal protection regulations, guidelines, and consulting processes pertaining to the environmental practice position.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal permitting agencies.
• Project management experience with small to medium-sized projects
• Developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, and identify the most effective solutions to accomplish objectives of assigned projects.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Demonstrated experience contributing to technical reports, writing independently in a clear and concise manner.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a scientific and non-scientific audience.
• Highly capable self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel, including overnight stays, may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
• Must be able to pass a HAZWOPER physical and be medically able to wear a tight-fitting respirator.
• Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening.
• This role is subject to a client-mandated drug/alcohol testing policy. As such, employee may be subject to random drug/alcohol tests. A copy of this policy will be provided during employee onboarding and is available upon applicant request.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree in related field(s).
• Experience with quantitative hydrogeologic analysis.
• Development of graphics using your preferred software platform.
• 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120).
• Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training.

Responsibilities

• Determine well-defined data collection methods for extracting, identifying, and compiling environmental data from soil sampling, soil gas sampling, groundwater sampling, surface water sampling, stormwater sampling, boring logs, and other matrices for projects, investigations, and surveys.
• Determine well-defined data collection methods for identifying and compiling observational, spatial, and environmental data from samples of air, soil, water, sludge, and other matrices for projects, investigations, and surveys.
• Perform professional environmental science work and conduct investigations, inspections, and environmental studies and surveys to gain further information on a particular environmental problem or issue, verify site characteristics, and/or to plan for future environmental needs.
• Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, and illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations that explain research, findings, and recommendations to address, prevent, control, or restore environmental problems.
• Comply with regulatory requirements pertaining to the data integrity, documentation, procedures, training, monitoring systems, reporting, and record compliance and retention.
• Assist with the development and scoping of medium-sized and larger projects.
• Assist with overseeing and working with cross-functional teams in executing project work.
• Prepare and implement Work Plans, Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPs) and Health and Safety Plans (HASPs) in accordance with Federal government requirements.
• Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner.
• Conduct research as appropriate and assist with proposal development.
• Remain current in latest environmental science subject matter and techniques.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct.
• Understand and perform your duties consistent with related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

• WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees