Geologist

SLR Consulting•Anchorage, AK

19h•Hybrid

About The Position

SLR is seeking a Principal Geologist, Scientist, or Engineer, to join our growing Land Quality & Remediation practice in either our Anchorage or Fairbanks office. It is an opportunity to help shape the future of our Alaska operations, mentor the next generation of professionals, strengthen client relationships, and contribute to the continued growth of one of the industry's leading sustainability consultancies. We are looking for a leader who enjoys building strong teams, developing trusted client partnerships, mentoring staff, and collaborating across disciplines to deliver outstanding results. The successful candidate will bring technical expertise, business insight, and a passion for helping the company and staff succeed.

Requirements

10 to 15+ years of experience in environmental consulting, including project, client, and staff leadership.
Alaska work preferred.
Strong technical background in environmental investigation and remediation involving soil, groundwater, vapor, and sediment and associated waste management.
Strong working knowledge of CERCLA, TSCA and RCRA and Alaska-specific environmental regulations, and familiarity with Alaska's regulatory environment.
Demonstrated success building and maintaining client relationships.
Experience leading or supporting business development efforts, proposals, and client engagements.
Entrepreneurial mindset and enthusiasm for growing a practice
Passion for mentoring and developing others

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, Environmental or Civil Engineering, or related field.
Alaska Civil or Environmental Professional Engineer license, Registered or Certified Geologist
Hazardous waste management experience is a plus, particularly in industrial, environmental, or regulatory settings.
OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification
Existing relationships within industrial, real estate, energy, municipal, or redevelopment sectors
Experience in Arctic, sub-Arctic, or remote operating environments
Experience preparing Storm Water Pollution Plans and Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure Plans
Experience working in highly collaborative, multidisciplinary teams

Responsibilities

Grow and expand a portfolio of work through both existing SLR relationships and your own professional network
Build lasting client relationships founded on trust, responsiveness, and technical excellence
Lead proposal development, project scoping, and pricing strategies
Identify new opportunities, markets, and service offerings
Serve as Principal-in-Charge or senior technical lead on complex environmental projects
Provide strategic oversight for investigation, remediation, and regulatory programs
Guide and review technical deliverables, including work plans, investigation reports, feasibility studies, risk assessments, and remediation designs
Leverage expertise from across SLR's global network to develop innovative, practical solutions for clients
Promote a culture of technical quality, continuous improvement, and professional excellence
Lead, mentor, and inspire a talented, and collaborative team
Support professional development and career growth for staff at all levels
Help attract, recruit, and retain top talent
Operate in a seller-doer capacity with flexibility based on your strengths and interests
Manage project budgets, schedules, resources, and overall performance
Contribute to strategic planning and practice development
Support operational excellence and delivery of high-quality client service