Project Geologist

ABOUT YOU

Are you passionate about the environment and ready to join an inclusive workplace, committed to leading new ideas and pathways and to delivering value? If the answer is “Yes!” then we have an exciting career opportunity for you as a Project Geologist in our Nashville, Tennessee office.

Who are we? We are Montrose, a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients’ decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements.

We have over 135 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia and are approaching 3500 employees – all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

• Oversee installation of soil borings, monitoring and remediation wells, and collection of environmental samples in accordance with regulatory standards.

• Prepare and maintain required records, permits, and reports, in accordance with established guidelines by local, state, and federal agencies and company guidelines

• Assist with vendor management and procurement, i.e. labor/material cost estimates.

• Extract, compile, and analyze data compilation to write draft reports for review.

• Review operational permits and programs to ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations and control costs.

• Assist with field investigations and perform field and lab data review and evaluation for environmental compliance with permits and company standards. 

• Generate reports to appropriate standards under guidance from senior technical staff.

• Keep up-to-date and current on industry trends by completing formal training, reviewing professional publications, and attending professional workshops. 

• Practice safe work practices by following all Company safety rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programs.

• Participate in continuous improvement programs and provide support to team efforts.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

YOUR EXPERTISE AND SKILLS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geology from an accredited university, a master’s degree in Geology or Hydrogeology would be preferred.

• Professional Geology Registration, preferred.

• 4-8 years of environmental geology experience.

• Experience with Microsoft Office software, particularly MS Word and MS Excel.

• Capable of executing physical demands associated with typical environmental field duties as verified through an annual physical examination.

• OSHA 1910.120 training preferred, but not mandatory-we provide OSHA training to meet the requirements of the role.

• Must have an advanced understanding of geologic principles and their application to field circumstances and be able to collect and synthesize geologic data in the field.

• Able to learn and deploy commonly used field equipment such as depth-to-water meters, free product detection tools, and soil and groundwater sampling equipment

• Exhibit discretion and good judgment and maintain confidentiality at all times.

• Ability to work independently, demonstrate organizational skills, and attention to detail.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills, you must have legible handwriting.

• Must be able to observe and record field events as they happen with care and accuracy.

• Exercise safe work practices by following all Montrose safety rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programs.

• Participate in the company’s continuous improvement programs and support team efforts.

• Keep up-to-date and current on industry trends by completing formal training, reviewing professional publications, and attending professional workshops.

• Advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite of computer-aided software (Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, etc.).

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions to present to supervisors.

• HAZWOPER certification is preferred.

This position can be physically demanding and will require work in various working environments/conditions which requires that an individual be physically capable of canvassing large project areas by foot on various terrain and potentially in inclement weather.

The work environment will vary greatly depending on the nature of assigned tasks, this position involves local travel as needed.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER TO YOU

Our principles guide us: We Value Our People, We Value Our Community, We Value Our Clients, and We Value Our Shareholders. We care for the well-being of our people and offer:

• Competitive compensation package: annual salary ranging from $75,000 to $100,000, commensurate with accomplishments, performance, credentials and geography

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage

• 401k with a competitive 4% employer match

• Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career

• Direct exposure to our industry’s leading experts who are solving the world’s toughest environmental challenges

• An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive and collaborate with talented colleagues

• Opportunities to engage and contribute to our Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups

• Progressive vacation policies, company holidays and paid parental leave benefits to ensure work/life balance

• A financial assistance program that supports peers in need, known as the Montrose Foundation

• Access to attractive student loan rates to optimize your student loan payoff plans

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees so classified. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact 949-988-3500 or [email protected] for assistance.

MAKE THE MOVE

We are a rapidly growing company that values individual leadership, initiative, and impactful decision-making and provides you with support from talented and knowledgeable colleagues and service providers.

The Environmental Engineering and Consulting team delivers solutions for complex environmental challenges using our regulatory expertise and implementing practical and cost-effective compliance management processes and programs. We address our clients’ biggest concerns around permitting, ecoservices, assessment, and remediation.

Our highly trained and experienced engineers and scientists, environmental and remediation specialists, geologists, hydrogeologists, biologists, and environmental compliance specialists work with both public- and private-sector clients, delivering turnkey solutions.

Want to know more about how we can help you take your career to the next level? Visit us at montrose-env.com! 

Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montrose is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Montrose is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities.

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