Senior Geologist/Senior Environmental Scientist
Listed on 2026-07-18
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Science
Environmental Compliance & Protection, Geology / Geoscience
SENIOR GEOLOGIST / SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
Broadbent & Associates, Inc. (Broadbent) of Salt Lake City, Utah is looking to hire an organized full‑time Senior Environmental Professional / Senior Geologist / Senior Environmental Scientist to oversee a wide variety of complex, environmental projects in the Intermountain Region. This senior project level position earns an experienced‑based competitive salary that also includes a comprehensive benefits package, including 100% medical insurance monthly premium coverage (including dental & vision options), a health savings account (HSA) with company contribution, a generous 401(k) retirement plan with safe harbor contribution and company match, vacation, sick leave, life insurance, bonus opportunity, solid opportunities for advancement, and a friendly and fun work environment in all our offices.
ABOUTBROADBENT & ASSOCIATES, INC.
Founded in 1987, Broadbent is an environmental remediation, water resource, and civil engineering firm. We provide professional services throughout the United States to energy companies, mining operations, agricultural industry, municipalities, private industries, governmental agencies, public and private utilities, and developers. Our mission is to build long‑term client relationships by providing sound scientific solutions to comprehensive resource management challenges. We're very client‑focused with a commitment to providing services in a time‑efficient and cost‑effective manner.
Broadbent takes care of our customers AND employees like family. Our ability to hire and retain long‑term skilled key personnel has significantly contributed to our success. That's why we offer highly competitive pay, opportunities for personal growth, and a great work environment with a strong sense of camaraderie.
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SENIOR GEOLOGIST / SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTISTUnder the supervision of the Salt Lake City Division Manager, you will:
- Prepare and review work plans, technical documents, and reports for federal, state, and local agencies
- Prepare and review new clientele proposals for federal, state, and private industry
- Develop the scope of environmental assessment and remediation projects from our diverse portfolio and manage budgets
- Conduct regular field visits to drive project execution and ensure that appropriate technical and health and safety procedures are being followed
- Review and approve vendor work proposals and invoices
- Write project reports, analyze, and interpret data and prepare final reports to be submitted for management and client review
- Business development
- Act as a client liaison and communicate with regulatory personnel
- Potential succession for division management
Your people skills are essential as you interact regularly with clientele and regulatory agencies. Though you do spend a lot of time visiting job sites and interacting with people, you also complete various administrative responsibilities. Ensuring that clients are happy as well as that all jobs are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget, gives you a great sense of accomplishment!
MINIMUMQUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in geology, hydrogeology, earth or environmental science
- Professional Geologist (PG) certification and/or Utah PST Consultant (bonus)
- Seven or more years of experience in geological assessments, water supply, water treatment, environmental assessments, contaminant investigation, contaminant remediation, storm water management, wastewater treatment, permitting projects, or compliance projects in the public and private sectors
- Consulting experience
- Strong working knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations and experience interacting with governmental regulatory agencies
- Demonstrated ability to properly manage multiple projects concurrently while ensuring compliance with deliverable timelines
- Proven Business Development Capability
- Ability for limited travel within the Intermountain Region
- Possess strong work ethic and knowledge of the consulting business in the Intermountain Region.
- Strong commitment to safety and staff development/mentoring
- Possess ability to effectively manage personnel and administrative…
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