Senior Environmental Geologist​/Hydrogeologist

Overview / Responsibilities

Are you an experienced Environmental Geologist or Scientist, with more than 12 years in the consulting industry, looking for a new role?

Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions is seeking a Senior Level
Environmental Geologist/Hydrogeologist/Scientist with 12+ years of experience in the environmental consulting field and a California Professional Geologist License. The ideal candidate is looking for:

• New challenges on large and interesting projects,
• A chance to work with a team of experts, whether local or throughout the country,
• A role in an established environmental firm with a network of highly-skilled geologists, engineers, and scientists, and
• An opportunity to build your career where you are valued and can choose your career path.
• You would be a member of a team providing environmental consulting services ranging from site investigations to remediation projects.

The key responsibilities of this position include the following:

• Project manager for investigation and/or remediation projects, managing a team of staff, or a technical lead in a specific field
• Oversee and support staff performing field work (logging soil borings, overseeing groundwater monitoring well installations, and collecting soil, groundwater, surface water and sediment samples, as well as documenting field activities)
• Perform occasional field work, including site visits, managing subcontractors, overseeing groundwater monitoring well installations, well and aquifer pumping tests
• Preparation of proposals and work orders, and associated schedules and cost estimating
• Communication with clients and regulatory agencies
• Ensure projects are performed safely, on time, and within budget
• Lead interpretation of data and test results, evaluating the need for remediation and supporting feasibility studies
• Prepare technical reports documenting investigation or remediation activities
• Follow company safety standards, site safety standards, and lead by example in terms of health and safety
• Willingness to travel occasionally to project sites throughout California and the West Coast
• Technical review and mentoring of junior staff
• Maintain a positive attitude and be a team player

• Bachelor of Science degree in Geology or other related technical field;
  Masters degree in Geology a plus

• Licensed Professional Geologist in the State of California - required (with a Geology background)

• 12+ years of experience, including soil logging, environmental sample collection, well installation, and subcontractor management
• Strong Project Management skills in meeting scope, schedule, and budget
• Strong business development skills in lead development, proposal writing, cost estimating and winning work
• Experience collaborating with Bay Area and California regulatory agencies regarding environmental assessment and remediation of soil and groundwater
• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification
• Computer proficiency (including Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Ability to prepare clear and concise technical reports
• Demonstrated verbal communication and technical presentation skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team with the ability/desire to lead tasks
• Attention to detail
• Willingness to occasionally work more than 8 hours per day when necessary for project success
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply information on State and Federal technical guidance and regulations, and make compliance determinations
• Must pass drug test, background check, and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy
• Must have valid, current Driver’s License (CA preferred) and must have access to vehicle to visit project sites

• MS degree in Geology, Environmental or Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, or other related technical field
• Licensed Certified Hydrogeologist (CHg) in California
• Coursework or practical experience in sedimentation/stratigraphy, hydrogeology, and chemistry

• Field activities may require working in unfavorable weather conditions
• Ability to stoop, kneel, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to drive large pick-up truck
• Ability to use hands…