Consultant, Engineer/Geology/Scientist (Mid-Level)

ERM is seeking a motivated Consultant, Engineer/Geology/Scientist who is interested in participating on a variety of projects covering the full spectrum of ERM’s services, to join our consulting firm in Walnut Creek or Sacramento, CA.

In this role, you will work closely with Project Managers on contaminated site management, environmental health and safety (EHS) compliance, and due diligence transaction projects.

This is an excellent career opportunity to work with an expert consulting team on challenging environmental projects for large industrial and global clients.

Access to ERM's national experts provides knowledge sharing of best practices across the industry and ongoing learning opportunities for our team, while building the required experience to obtain your professional registration.

RESPONSIBILITIES:


* Provide technical assistance on site investigation and remediation, EHS compliance, and due diligence transaction projects


* Conduct field work, including:
+ Subcontractor oversight;
+ Utility clearance
+ Soil and bedrock drilling, characterization, and sampling;
+ Monitoring well (groundwater and soil vapor) installation and test pit excavation;
+ Soil, sediment, soil vapor, sanitary system, surface water, and groundwater sampling;
+ Surface and borehole geophysical techniques;
+ Aquifer testing, including slug tests, packer testing; step-drawdown and tracer tests; and
+ Remedial systems performance monitoring.


* Assist in project activity planning, and health and safety planning and oversight.


* Prepare plans, permits, and reports for site characterization, hazardous waste, storm water, and wastewater programs. 


* Record data and assist in technical presentation of results; prepare reports, tables, graphs, charts, and hydrogeologic-related maps.


* Perform Phase I and II environmental site assessments to support property transfer transactions.


* Provide general environmental compliance support to clients, including on-site assistance, as needed.


* Provide topical research, perform environmental compliance assessments, and implement follow-up corrective actions to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.


* Support multiple projects within scope/budget/schedule expectations and ensure quality standards on project deliverables.


* Communicate with subcontractors, regulatory agents, tenants, and clients during field activities.


* Support ERM Partners-in-Charge and Project Managers to effectively manage projects.

REQUIREMENTS:


* Bachelor’s in geology, environmental engineering, environmental science or related degree


* 2+ years of relevant environmental experience including environmental field work.


* Willingness/interest in field assignments.


* Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with good written/verbal communication.


* Effective organ...