Project Geologist

Montrose Environmental Group

121d • $75,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Are you passionate about the environment and ready to join an inclusive workplace, committed to leading new ideas and pathways and to delivering value? If the answer is “Yes!” then we have an exciting career opportunity for you as a Project Geologist in our Nashville, Tennessee office. Who are we? We are Montrose, a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients’ decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements. We have over 135 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia and are approaching 3500 employees – all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geology from an accredited university, a master’s degree in Geology or Hydrogeology would be preferred.
• Professional Geology Registration, preferred.
• 4-8 years of environmental geology experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office software, particularly MS Word and MS Excel.
• Capable of executing physical demands associated with typical environmental field duties as verified through an annual physical examination.
• OSHA 1910.120 training preferred, but not mandatory.
• Must have an advanced understanding of geologic principles and their application to field circumstances and be able to collect and synthesize geologic data in the field.
• Able to learn and deploy commonly used field equipment such as depth-to-water meters, free product detection tools, and soil and groundwater sampling equipment.
• Exhibit discretion and good judgment and maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to work independently, demonstrate organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, you must have legible handwriting.
• Must be able to observe and record field events as they happen with care and accuracy.
• Exercise safe work practices by following all Montrose safety rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programs.
• Participate in the company’s continuous improvement programs and support team efforts.
• Keep up-to-date and current on industry trends by completing formal training, reviewing professional publications, and attending professional workshops.
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite of computer-aided software (Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, etc.).
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions to present to supervisors.
• HAZWOPER certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee installation of soil borings, monitoring and remediation wells, and collection of environmental samples in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Prepare and maintain required records, permits, and reports, in accordance with established guidelines by local, state, and federal agencies and company guidelines.
• Assist with vendor management and procurement, i.e. labor/material cost estimates.
• Extract, compile, and analyze data compilation to write draft reports for review.
• Review operational permits and programs to ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations and control costs.
• Assist with field investigations and perform field and lab data review and evaluation for environmental compliance with permits and company standards.
• Generate reports to appropriate standards under guidance from senior technical staff.
• Keep up-to-date and current on industry trends by completing formal training, reviewing professional publications, and attending professional workshops.
• Practice safe work practices by following all Company safety rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programs.
• Participate in continuous improvement programs and provide support to team efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package: annual salary ranging from $75,000 to $100,000, commensurate with accomplishments, performance, credentials and geography.
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• 401k with a competitive 4% employer match.
• Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career.
• Direct exposure to our industry’s leading experts who are solving the world’s toughest environmental challenges.
• An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive and collaborate with talented colleagues.
• Opportunities to engage and contribute to our Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups.
• Progressive vacation policies, company holidays and paid parental leave benefits to ensure work/life balance.
• A financial assistance program that supports peers in need, known as the Montrose Foundation.
• Access to attractive student loan rates to optimize your student loan payoff plans.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree