EIR Geologist​/Hydrogeologist

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Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work.

We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

Atlas has an immediate opening for an experienced, detail-oriented, highly motivated geoscientist, geologist, or environmental scientist to provide field and in-house support for a variety of projects including due diligence assessments, Phase II comprehensive site assessments, sampling and analysis activities, remediation, and regulatory compliance. This position will require a working knowledge of the TCEQ Petroleum Storage Tank (PST) Program and Texas Risk Reduction Program (TRRP).

The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing field work involving soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, and air sampling, data assimilation, tabulation and evaluation, data usability evaluation, and will possess strong technical report writing skills. The ideal candidate will also possess strong communication skills.

Core Responsibilities

• Perform soil and groundwater sampling in support of environmental site assessments, subsurface investigations, and remediation projects.
• Log soil samples and accurately document field observations in accordance with project requirements and industry standards.
• Compile detailed and well-organized field notes, photographs, sampling records, and supporting project documentation.
• Analyze field and laboratory data and prepare technical reports that include findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Prepare chain-of-custody documentation for analytical testing and maintain accurate records of field and survey data using approved forms.
• Travel locally and regionally to project sites utilizing company-provided vehicles.
• Implement and adhere to Atlas health and safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct field activities related to environmental due diligence, site investigations, environmental assessments, and remediation projects throughout Texas and surrounding regions.
• Work closely with local management and project teams to support client and project needs in both field and office environments.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with clients, service partners, subcontractors, regulators, and contractors.
• Promote a safety-first culture by supporting proactive risk identification, hazard mitigation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, client-focused services and project deliverables.
• Demonstrate and uphold Atlas's core values of Trust, Mastery, Heart, and Life in all client interactions and project activities.
• Support multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of professionalism, organization, and attention to detail.
• Assist with project planning, data collection, technical documentation, and other environmental consulting tasks as assigned.

You’ll thrive here if you have

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in environmental consulting, including field investigations, environmental sampling, data evaluation, technical analysis, and report preparation.
• Experience conducting environmental due diligence projects, including Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs).
• Working knowledge of environmental site investigation, remediation, industrial hygiene, environmental compliance, and due diligence methodologies.
• Experience implementing and adhering to health and safety programs and site-specific safety requirements.

• Current 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification and 8-Hour Annual Refresher training preferred.
• Knowledge of Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) programs and regulations, including TRRP, PST, and Texas Railroad Commission (TxRRC) requirements.
• Currently holds, or has the ability to obtain, TCEQ Corrective Action Project Manager (CAPM), Geologist-in-Training (GIT), and Professional Geologist (PG) credentials.
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