Environmental Project Manager - Hydrogeologist

Civil & Environmental Consultants • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

As a Hydrogeologist and Environmental Project Manager for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC), in our Pittsburgh, PA Office, you’ll provide field and office support on projects related to environmental site characterization and hydrogeologic investigations, including pumping and slug test data collection, drilling oversight, data evaluation and interpretation, groundwater modelling, and assisting with report preparation. You will work with senior hydrogeologists and receive training in aquifer test analysis, digital groundwater modeling, and fate and transport modeling, as needed, to develop the skillset required to succeed as a hydrogeologist. Work assignments and professional development will focus on activities that build upon an existing knowledge of hydrogeology, and may include the following duties: Applying knowledge of geochemistry and hydrogeology to evaluate groundwater flow and quality and determine contaminant fate and transport. Preparing environmental data tables, drilling logs, potentiometric and/or contaminant contour maps, and assisting with preparation of reports to present and interpret compiled data. Overseeing and documenting drilling of exploratory borings and installation of groundwater monitoring wells, including preparation of boring logs and well completion diagrams. Collecting or supervising the collection of soil, surface water, and groundwater samples for analysis of chemical composition. Conducting aquifer testing (e.g., pumping tests) and interpreting aquifer test data. Planning and implementing single-well permeability tests and assisting with the planning and implementation of multi-well pumping tests; and Performing aquifer test data evaluation and digital groundwater modeling using Aqtesolv, MODFLOW, and/or MT3D.

Requirements

• 10+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety plans, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals.
• Ability to prepare routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to use MS Word processing and Excel spreadsheet software.
• Ability to travel (10 - 25%).
• Experience with Aqtesolv, MODFLOW, and/or MT3D software.

Nice To Haves

• M.S. in Geology with Hydrogeology emphasis preferred.
• B.S. in Geology with Hydrogeology emphasis will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Applying knowledge of geochemistry and hydrogeology to evaluate groundwater flow and quality and determine contaminant fate and transport.
• Preparing environmental data tables, drilling logs, potentiometric and/or contaminant contour maps, and assisting with preparation of reports to present and interpret compiled data.
• Overseeing and documenting drilling of exploratory borings and installation of groundwater monitoring wells, including preparation of boring logs and well completion diagrams.
• Collecting or supervising the collection of soil, surface water, and groundwater samples for analysis of chemical composition.
• Conducting aquifer testing (e.g., pumping tests) and interpreting aquifer test data.
• Planning and implementing single-well permeability tests and assisting with the planning and implementation of multi-well pumping tests
• Performing aquifer test data evaluation and digital groundwater modeling using Aqtesolv, MODFLOW, and/or MT3D.

Benefits

• CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level