Senior Environmental Geologist

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* Job Description:

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* Parsons is looking for a talented  
** Senior Geologist
** to join our team in Denver, particularly someone who has a strong affinity for performing field work! Our team uses the latest technologies and methodologies to perform environmental site characterization, investigation, and remediation, delivering a cleaner, safer planet for our customers and future generations. In this role you will get to perform a variety of geological and environmental tasks.

** What You'll Be Doing:*
* + Perform various field and office tasks requiring the application of standard geological and environmental science principles and theories.

+ Perform independent field work and gather all types of field data pertinent to the assigned project.

+ Conduct or supervise soil, surface water, groundwater, sediment, and other environmental sampling.

+ Conduct or supervise soil classification and sampling during drilling, test pitting, and excavation activities.

+ Execute field projects with health and safety as the top priority.

+ Complete field documentation such as activity hazard analysis (AHA) forms, project field reports, field notes, sampling records, and chain-of-custody forms.

+ Assist in geologic and environmental analyses and interpretation, which may include hydrogeology and/or geochemistry.

+ Analyze and interpret environmental sample analysis results within the context of the geological setting.

+ Prepare figures of environmental data, potentiometric surface maps, geologic maps, and cross sections.

+ Develop materials and complete work plans or reports with some technical oversight.

+ Assist in preparation of proposals and cost estimates and in soliciting bids from subcontractors/suppliers.

+ Work with project managers, using interpersonal and organizational skills, to ensure projects are completed on time and budget.

+ May provide technical supervision or guidance to lower-level geologists or environmental scientists.

+ May serve in an advisory capacity to senior management on specific geology-related matters.

+ May manage site investigation projects of varying size.

+ Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

** What Required Skills You'll Bring:*
* + Bachelor's Degree in Geology or related field and typically 5+ years of related work experience.

** What Desired Skills You'll Bring:*
* + Bachelor's degree in Geology or related field, with a Master's degree preferred

+ Certification as a professional Geologist is preferred.

+ 5+ years of environmental consulting work experience with a mix of field experience (subcontractor/drilling oversight, groundwater/soil sampling, etc.) and office experience (writing work plans, reports, coordinating field projects, etc.).

+ Familiarity with related environmental rules and regulations (such as CERCLA, RCRA, etc.).

+ Ability to work in a hybrid work arrangement. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Parsons office, virtual office at your own home, and/or project locations other states. Ideally, the candidate for this position shall be located in Denver, CO.

+ A valid driver's license, the ability and willingness to travel to and from field locations approximately 50% of the time.

+ Should be able-bodied as the work requires some physical exertion such as extended periods of standing; walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; lifting; recurring bending or similar activities.

+ Ability to work in adverse weather conditions (e.g., hot, cold, rain, snow).

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Demonstrated proficiency in both written and oral communication skills.

+ Maturity in interaction and ability to operate self-sufficiently in the office or field or as part of a team.

** Security Clearance Requirement:*
* None

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world.  We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We…