Geosyntec is looking for an Environmental Geologist (Engineer/Scientist) to join our growing groundwater remediation and environmental management practices in the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania office, who loves digging into the details of environmental assessment and remediation, due diligence, and environmental regulatory compliance. Our ideal candidate would have at least 5 years of experience on these types of projects. We assist our clients by addressing challenging environmental regulatory issues, conducting complex environmental assessments, and applying innovative site remediation technologies. If you are looking for a home for the best years of your career, an opportunity to work for a dynamic, employee-owned firm on challenging projects with extraordinarily talented professionals who are recognized throughout the U.S. for their technical capabilities, then Geosyntec is the place for you!

Our clients ask us to address their new ventures and most challenging problems involving the environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Ranked by ENR in the top 20 design firms for the environment, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service. Learn more by visiting www.geosyntec.com.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

We operate under a sell-manage-do culture, and so we expect that you’d work on challenging technical projects while leveraging your existing knowledge and experience to help Geosyntec expand its current practices and capabilities. You’d also be asked to take on project management responsibilities, along with business development, staff management, and mentoring tasks. Some of the key responsibilities for the position may include:

  • Project and task management, including planning and implementing investigation and remediation projects, budgeting and budget management, client interaction, and adherence to schedule, quality, client satisfaction, and profitability;
  • Management and mentoring of junior staff and managing subcontractors;
  • Performing and managing contaminated site remedy evaluation, work plan development, geologic and hydrogeologic data evaluation, and report writing;
  • Data analysis, including preparing maps and figures using geographic information system (GIS) and/or environmental visualization software (EVS) applications, database management, and statistical analyses;
  • Providing environmental compliance services, such as compliance audits and reviews (multi-media);
  • Developing compliance documents and permit applications associated with the Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
  • Prepare for, participate in, and potentially facilitate meetings with clients, regulatory personnel, and other parties;
  • Prepare technical reports, letters, memoranda, plans, and proposals; and
  • At times, the job may also include fieldwork, including multi-media environmental sampling, sediment sampling and characterization, drilling oversight, contractor oversight, and remediation system operations, maintenance, and construction oversight.

Collaboration and mentoring are cornerstones of Geosyntec’s culture. You should expect to work closely with experienced professionals who will help integrate you into Geosyntec’s culture as you advance to this next stage of your career. 

Here are some other things you should know about this position:

  • Training: This position requires OSHA health and safety, first aid, and CPR training and medical monitoring, paid for by the firm. We also offer professional development opportunities including in-house seminars, webinars, and mentoring, that allow our professionals to build the technical and business skills necessary to become successful consultants.
  • Fieldwork: Up to 25%
  • Overnight travel: Up to 25%

Your success is our success. We encourage our professionals to continually develop their interests and skills. Advancement is based on an individual’s own performance and initiative.

EDUCATION AND LICENSURE

  • Bachelor's degree in environmental science, earth science (geology or hydrology), environmental, civil, or chemical engineering. (required) 
  • Advanced degree in geology or environmental engineering. (preferred) 
  • Professional registration or ability to obtain with in 1 year of hire (i.e., P.E, P.G.) (preferred)

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

  • At least 5 years of experience in an environmental consulting environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required) 
  • An outstanding track record for client management and technical leadership. (preferred)
  • Project experience involving environmental regulatory compliance, site assessment, and remediation. (preferred)
  • Experience working on demanding, sophisticated, and legally sensitive projects. (preferred)
  • Detailed Federal and state regulatory knowledge, especially CAA, CWA, RCRA, and Pennsylvania Act 2. (preferred)
  • Current OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER training and refreshers. (preferred)
  • Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and related software. (required)
  • Experience with visualization and data management tools, including GIS software (e.g., ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro), Microsoft Access, Modflow, and/or EVS. (preferred)
  • Excellent writing and communication skills. (required)
  • Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)

CULTURE/EEO STATEMENT

Geosyntec strives to hire and retain the best and brightest people in their fields. We look for exceptional interpersonal skills, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities, plus the passion for technical excellence and quality. We seek individuals with leadership potential, a commitment to lifelong learning and growth, and the desire to build a long and rewarding career with a growing Firm.

Geosyntec is a great place to build a career. If you're looking for an exciting place to work, a place with challenging and rewarding projects, and a place that has been nationally recognized for its employees' quality of life, technical expertise, and business success, then Geosyntec may be the place for you. You can learn more about careers and employment at Geosyntec by visiting http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/

We are proud to offer our employees a highly competitive benefits package. Learn more by visiting http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/employee-benefits

The Geosyntec family of companies is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, domestic partner status, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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Geosyntec is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.  If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to hr@geosyntec.com or call (561) 995-0900 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.


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