Staff Associate | Geologist

Overview

Overview Of Bunnell-Lammons Engineering, Inc. BLE is guided by core principles: we put people first—clients, employees, and the community. We believe trust is earned through honesty, dependability, and delivering on promises. Clear, timely communication keeps clients and partners informed, and a commitment to excellence drives us to produce work that sets the standard in our industry. We honor every commitment and believe that no challenge is too complex when the right people work together.

Location: Greenville, South Carolina

Reports to: Staff Professional

Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Notice to Applicants

Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer, including education, professional registration, employment, references, and global watchlist screening.

To Be a Considered Applicant

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship and able to interview on site where the position is located.

Are you an ambitious and driven individual with a foundational understanding of environmental, civil, or geotechnical principles, eager to launch your career in a dynamic consulting environment? We are seeking a Staff Associate to join our growing team, contributing to diverse projects across environmental, civil, geotechnical, geostructure, and construction material testing disciplines. This role is ideal for individuals looking to develop their skills, gain hands-on experience, and progress towards professional licensure.

You will be a vital part of our project teams, supporting senior staff and learning the ins and outs of engineering consulting from the ground up.

• Bachelor's degree from an ABET-accredited school in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field.
• 0-2 years of relevant environmental consulting experience preferred (internships/co-ops count).
• Currently in progress towards Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Geologist-in-Training (GIT) certification, if applicable.
• Required to travel up to 60% of the time to local and regional project sites (typically within South Carolina and surrounding states), including overnight stays and extensive fieldwork under varying environmental conditions, while adhering to health and safety protocols.

• Technical Expertise:
  Develop and apply foundational knowledge in environmental regulations, civil design principles, geotechnical investigations, and construction material testing. Conduct environmental field sampling following standard operating procedures and regulatory guidelines. Support environmental field investigations, including soil and rock sampling, drilling oversight, and in-situ testing. Assist with soil and groundwater remediation efforts under the direction of a Senior Professional. Perform aquifer testing to provide data on hydraulic conductivity, flow velocity, and groundwater models.
  
  Compile and analyze field and laboratory data for technical reports and regulatory submittals. Assist with data entry, groundwater statistics figures, and report writing.
• Client Relationship Management:
  Begin to understand the importance of client satisfaction. Assist in clear and concise communication with clients regarding project updates and data, always under the guidance of senior staff. Learn to maintain professional demeanor and build rapport.
• Quality Control and Assurance:
  Adhere to company and project-specific quality control procedures. Assist in reviewing data and reports for accuracy and completeness, learning the principles of QA in a consulting environment. Prepare and maintain accurate field documentation, including field logs, chain-of-custody forms, and daily reports.
• Project Planning and Scheduling:
  Contribute to the development of project work plans and schedules by assisting with task breakdown and resource allocation. Learn to track personal progress against project timelines and communicate potential delays to project managers.
• Risk Management and Compliance:
  Develop an understanding of project-specific risks and assist in identifying potential hazards. Follow all safety protocols and regulatory compliance requirements on project sites and in the office. Familiarity with environmental regulations (RCRA, CERCLA, ASTM E1527/E1903) a plus. 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification preferred (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  
  Work effectively as a supportive team member, collaborating closely with project managers, engineers, geologists, and scientists from various disciplines to ensure project objectives are met on time and within budget. Learn to contribute to a positive and productive team environment. Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Contracts and Vendor Management:
  Gain exposure to project contracts and assist with the initial stages of vendor coordination under senior guidance. Understand the importance of adherence to contractual obligations.
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