Consulting Senior Associate, Environmental Geologist/Scientist/Engineer (Entry Level)
Job Description
Position Overview
ERM is hiring a Consulting Senior Associate, Environmental Geologist/Scientist/Engineer (Entry Level) in Metairie, LA. The role involves fieldwork, site investigation, remediation, and hazardous waste management projects throughout our Gulf Business Unit service area. This is a great opportunity to work with ERM's technical experts to implement the latest investigation and remediation technologies while building the required experience for professional registration. Depending on your qualifications, you may report into our New Orleans, Houston, or Austin offices, with travel opportunities both nationally and globally.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct fieldwork including soil, sediment, groundwater, and surface water sampling, aquifer testing, drilling oversight, soil logging, boring, monitoring well installation, well development, purging, sampling, and construction oversight.
- Coordinate and direct drilling, surveying, and laboratory services.
- Provide construction oversight on environmental remediation projects along with operations and maintenance of remediation systems.
- Assist in data interpretation and the preparation of site work plans, spreadsheets, figures, and technical reports.
- Perform Phase I and II environmental assessments to support property transfer transactions.
- Collaborate with project teams and take direction primarily from Project Managers while maintaining quality, budget, and schedule targets.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.
- Communicate with subcontractors, regulatory agents, stakeholders, and clients during field activities.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in geology, hydrogeology, environmental engineering, environmental science, or natural sciences and environmental policy. Masters a plus. Minimum 3.0 GPA. (Alternatively, 8 years of relevant experience may substitute.)
- Recent graduate with up to 2 years of experience and a willingness or interest in field assignments.
- Knowledge of State/Federal environmental regulations is considered a plus.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills with experience in recording and writing detailed technical data and reports considered a plus.
- Strong commitment to safety and adherence to established Health and Safety protocols.
- Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
- 40-hour HAZWOPER training is a plus.
- Ability to handle multiple project assignments, maintain flexibility, and meet strict deadlines.
- Local candidates preferred.
About ERM
As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, ERM partners with the world’s leading organizations to create innovative solutions for sustainability challenges and unlock commercial opportunities. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across all levels, operationalizing sustainability through a comprehensive “boots to boardroom” approach. We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment and are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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