Professional | Geologist RGS

Reports to: Project Manager / Senior Geologist

Status: Full-Time

We are seeking a motivated and technically capable Staff Professional Geologist who is eager to continue building a meaningful career in environmental consulting. This role is designed for an early-career professional with 2–5 years of experience who has developed foundational environmental consulting skills and is ready to take on increasing technical responsibility while continuing to grow under the guidance of experienced geologists and project managers.

The Staff Professional Geologist will support a variety of environmental projects with a focus on groundwater compliance, environmental investigations, field data collection, technical reporting, and project execution. This position provides exposure to diverse projects across environmental, civil, geotechnical, geostructural, and construction materials testing disciplines while working alongside experienced technical professionals.

The successful candidate will perform field investigations, evaluate environmental data, prepare technical documentation, support project coordination, and assist with client deliverables while maintaining BLE’s commitment to technical excellence, quality, and professional service.

The position is intentionally designed to provide continued technical development and career progression, with approximately 60% office‑based technical work and up to 40% fieldwork supporting active projects.

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, or related field.
• 2–5 years of experience supporting environmental consulting projects or related geological/environmental work.
• Experience performing environmental field investigations, including groundwater, soil, surface water, and sediment sampling activities.
• Experience collecting, documenting, and evaluating environmental field data.
• Experience preparing technical reports, memoranda, plans, specifications, proposals, and other project documentation.
• Working knowledge of geological and hydrogeological principles, including groundwater flow concepts and contaminant migration pathways.
• Experience interpreting laboratory analytical data and assisting with evaluation of environmental results.
• Familiarity with applicable environmental regulations and regulatory agency requirements.
• Ability to obtain professional licensure within an appropriate timeframe.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to authorize driving record review.
• Ability to travel throughout the southeastern United States (up to 20%).

• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship and able to interview onsite where the position is located.
• Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including education, professional registration, employment, references, and global watchlist screening.

• Conduct environmental field investigations including groundwater, soil, surface water, and sediment sampling.
• Perform groundwater monitoring activities including water level measurements, field parameter collection, sample collection, and documentation.
• Assist with groundwater compliance activities and environmental monitoring programs.
• Observe and document monitoring well and methane probe installations.
• Log and classify soil and rock materials and assist with interpretation of subsurface conditions.
• Prepare and maintain accurate field documentation, including:
  • Field logs
  • Chain‑of‑custody forms
  • Daily reports
  • Equipment calibration records
  • Quality assurance documentation
• Maintain compliance with project‑specific health and safety requirements.

• Prepare technical reports, memoranda, plans, specifications, and proposals.
• Review and interpret laboratory analytical data and assist with statistical evaluation of environmental results.
• Evaluate environmental data to identify trends, potential concerns, and data gaps.
• Prepare geologic maps, cross‑sections, site figures, and technical illustrations.
• Assist with preparation of:
  • Assessment reports
  • Corrective Action Plans…