Professional Geologist

Career Opportunities with Baxter and Woodman Inc

Professional Geologist

Crystal Lake, Chicago, Naperville, Mokena, or Bannockburn, IL offices

At Baxter & Woodman, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long-lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary, and being honored as one of the 2026 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.

Baxter & Woodman has a rewarding opportunity for an Environmental Scientist or Geologist in our Crystal Lake, Chicago, Naperville, Mokena, or Bannockburn, IL offices as well as in support of the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), Bureau of Design, in Schaumburg, Illinois. This team-orientated position will include working with the IDOT Bureau of Design and Baxter & Woodman’s diverse disciplines.

• Assist Project Managers in the preparation of reports based on site information and characteristics.
• Participate in team efforts to provide clients with a range of Environmental services.
• Draft proposals and scopes of work for a wide variety of services.
• Conduct historical property research and forms conclusions based on information provided.
• Conduct Preliminary Site Investigations (PSI) and Preliminary Environmental Site Assessments (PESAs) for transportation projects.
• Conduct Clean construction or demolition debris (CCDD) investigations for construction projects.
• Provide Regulated Substances Monitoring services for construction projects according to IDOT Standards.
• Conduct property inspections and evaluations based on proposed scope of work to include but not limited to:
  Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments, Soil and Groundwater Contamination Assessments, Remedial Plans/Actions, Groundwater Monitoring Plans/Actions, Facility Compliance Permitting, Regulatory Compliance Audits
• Coordinate with subcontractors and oversight of subcontracted labor.
• Planning and project management of large and complex environmental projects.
• Actively participate in professional organizations to maintain relationships with regulators, develop professional relationships with peers and potential clients.
• On an as needed basis, perform environmental services in the offices of the Illinois Department of Transportation, District 1 Bureau of Design in Schaumburg, IL
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

• Bachelor’s degree in a field related to Geology, the Environmental Sciences or Engineering.
• Illinois Licensed Professional Geologist or Professional Engineer or the ability to obtain license within two years of hire.

• 5+ years’ experience as an Environmental Scientist/Geologist/Engineer.
• Experience in Federal and State Environmental Regulatory Program such as CERCLA, JRP, TACO, LUST, etc.
• Ability to travel throughout Baxter & Woodman’s service area (own transportation)
• Ability to independently handle a variety of ongoing tasks and responsibilities
• Strong written, verbal, computer and organizational skills
• Work within a team-first culture that encourages individual development and accomplishment of goals

• 40hr OSHA HAZWOPER certification.

-The pay range for this role is $80,000 to $110,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.

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