Consulting Senior Associate, Geology
About The Position
Ready to Launch Your Career in Environmental Consulting? If you’re passionate about geology and want to make a real impact on environmental challenges, this is your chance to join a global leader in sustainability. At ERM, you’ll work alongside industry experts, gain hands-on experience, and help shape a cleaner, safer future. Environmental issues are complex—and solving them requires innovative thinking and technical expertise. As a Consulting Senior Associate, Geology based in Charlotte, NC, you’ll play a critical role in investigating and remediating contaminated sites, ensuring compliance, and supporting sustainable solutions for clients across diverse industries. Contribute to projects that protect communities and ecosystems. Apply cutting-edge investigation and remediation technologies. Build foundational experience toward professional registration. Support ERM’s mission to create a more sustainable world.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in geology, hydrogeology, engineering, environmental science, or related discipline (Master’s a plus).
- GPA of 3.0 or higher or equivalent experience.
- 1+ years of relevant experience.
- Willingness to perform field work (standing/walking full days).
- Strong commitment to safety and adherence to Health & Safety protocols.
- Excellent communication, organization, and analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.
- Ability to lift at least 40 pounds.
- This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification.
- GIT or EIT certification.
- Experience with technical data recording and report writing.
- Local candidates preferred; regional candidates considered.
Responsibilities
- Conduct field investigations: soil, sediment, groundwater, surface water, soil vapor, and indoor air sampling.
- Oversee drilling, soil logging, and installation of monitoring wells.
- Perform aquifer testing, well development, and remedial system operations.
- Assist with groundwater and wastewater system performance monitoring.
- Support Phase I and II environmental assessments for property transactions.
- Compile and analyze data; assist in preparing technical reports.
- Prepare compliance work plans, permits, and reports for air quality, hazardous waste, stormwater, and wastewater.
- Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations.
- Communicate effectively with subcontractors, regulators, tenants, and clients during field activities.
Benefits
- Global leader in sustainability
- Work alongside industry experts
- Gain hands-on experience
- Help shape a cleaner, safer future
- Contribute to projects that protect communities and ecosystems
- Apply cutting-edge investigation and remediation technologies
- Build foundational experience toward professional registration
- Support ERM’s mission to create a more sustainable world
- Diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment
- Diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients
- Comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level
- Ongoing development across a variety of subject areas related to technical, business, and personal growth
- Effort pays off and becomes career defining work that leaves a positive imprint on our planet
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
