Project Geologist

Overview

Project Geologist role s position will design and implement appropriate technical services to ensure that client and project management needs are met. The role includes performing field and office tasks as well as providing project management support for traditional assessment and remediation projects.

• Field Coordination and Management:
  Set up work plans and protocols, supervise field activities, coordinate field personnel and related activities for implementing technically sound project plans. May also include implementation of field activities.
• Technical Data Review and Report Preparation:
  Coordinate the collection and review of project data, including the reduction of field data to evaluate and determine future client needs and project requirements. Interpret data, develop, and finalize a report for Project Manager’s review that documents findings and project remediation recommendations.
• Project Management:
  Ensure that individual task schedules, budgets, and client invoicing are monitored and reviewed in compliance with company standards and client requirements to complete project work.
• Staff Mentoring and Training:
  Participate in the development of junior staff and work with senior management to continue to grow as a consultant and leader of the firm.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years in the environmental consulting industry with demonstrated progression in technical site investigation/remediation and task management.
• Proficient in designing field programs and managing projects and associated field activities – scheduling, coordination of tasks, budgeting, subcontractor negotiating/management.
• Experience planning, coordinating, and managing Site/Remedial Investigation field activities and performing follow up intermediate hydrogeologic and data interpretation.
• Demonstrated task/project management skills.
• Intermediate data evaluation and analytical skills.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with common technical protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Ability and willingness to support the technical growth of staff level professionals based on direct hands-on interactions.
• Experience with the Illinois Site Remediation Program (SRP) preferred.
• Professional Geologist (P.G.) License preferred.

This position works in the field as well as the office environment. Field work includes outdoor activities at industrial/brownfield facilities, monitoring wells, treatment systems, and construction projects. Requires driving to project sites and the ability to move around outdoors in various terrains, sometimes in adverse weather and for extended or irregular hours. Office work is sedentary, involving computer use.

Base Salary Range: $80,000 - $95,000. Actual compensation may vary based on job-related factors such as experience, market conditions, education/training, certifications, skill sets, and internal equity. This position is eligible for performance bonuses based on individual performance and firm profitability.

Roux offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision care coverage for employees and eligible dependents
• 401(k) profit sharing plan with employer match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company paid life insurance and disability insurance
• Supplemental life, long-term care, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off including holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Paid Parental Leave

Roux is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or protected veteran status; and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Roux will provide reasonable accommodations as required to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the position.

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Location note:
Oak Park, IL